KTM 890 SMT | 200 Mile Trip, What's It Like??

[@leewatkeys9065]

Chopsy reviewing a bike and considering buying it: never heard that before 😂😂

[@LambChopRides]

I'm a hopeless bike lover! 😅

[@chrisd8884]

As an owner of 2021 890 Duke R, I must say that KTM are really hitting every metric in every category at the moment, I feel they have a bike for everyone. Thanks for the video’s, ride safe!

[@paul.vanhout57]

Interesting variant of the 890 platform; a sport touring hooligan. No announcement for availability in the US and being a niche model, not sure we will see it here. And yes, the Cerne Giant is quite giant😬. Thanks for taking us on the ride!

[@disekjoumoer]

I own a 990 SMT and I'm still in love with it every time I ride. This new SMT looks like KTM did a bit of a mix between the old 990 SMR and the SMT 990 in terms of styling. I'm seriously tempted to get one to replace all my current bikes.

[@mikehudson868]

I love mine mate can't stop riding it done almost 3,000 miles on it

[@mathias6423]

I think you should hold on to your 990 SMT and get another SMT in the future when it is better like your 990, KTM will have a new 990 engine next year. I think you would be more happy coming from your 990 SMT to a new 990 SMT and not this detuned 890 adventure engine

[@disekjoumoer]

@@mathias6423 You have a point there

[@mathias6423]

@@disekjoumoer this bike would really have benefitted from a street bike engine like the 890 Duke R 120 hp engine in it. I bet there will be a 990 R version of this soon enough so keep ur head above sea level and keep cool

[@BN1960]

woo

[@deanharris9331]

The Cerne Giant obviously saw you on the KTM Chops ! I bet you wouldn't get a reaction like that in a Tesla. 😂😂 Great review again Chops. 😊

[@AdamForeman]

I have to say that I really love bikes with bright coloured wheel rims. Not only do they look unusual and cool, they also make the bike more visible to motorists. So many bikes come in so many dark colours along with bike clothing, I'm of the thought that brighter colours on and off the bike make you a lot safer/visible. The Yamaha MT10 with the CYAN STORM colours is another great colour scheme.

[@NooBiker]

Visibility is all about contrast with the background. Yellow high viz against a background of yellow flowers (rape seed crop?) isn't as effective as a large black mass (black bike, black leathers, black helmet) against the same background. But it's horses for courses... of course! If you were on a big orange KTM, though, you'd be more visible if you were also all dressed in KTM-orange, against a non-orange background 😂😂🤣🤣 Having said all that, I'll soon be testing out a bright orange biking jacket...

[@AdamForeman]

@@NooBiker look forward to seeing it!

[@NooBiker]

@@AdamForeman thanks for the sub!

[@RobertKehl]

Wait till you have to clean them after every ride. How do I know? I have the Duke r

[@AdamForeman]

@@RobertKehl you're not cleaning your bike every week anyway?

[@DS1150]

You mention wanting the increased power of the 890 Duke over this version. Those of us who have or had the old 990s, thought the same about the 990 Super Duke engine compared to what we got in the SMT. The extra bit of oomph would have been nice, but I guess the engineers at KTM did and do this for a reason.

[@Inked_CR]

Another cracking review pops. Whilst I'm not a fan of the looks. This bike was needed in the middleweight tourer/adventure esk category. Had my license for all of 6 months, sold my Mt07 last week, and then hit the market for a sports touring bike. Quickly discovered, there isn't that many to choose from in the middleweight category that have the like off cruise, etc. Whilst I loved the Triger Sport 660, it didn't have cruise control, big deal breaker. Tracer 9GT, I love the engine, but the split dash and overall build quality weren't great. 901 Expedition:.Dealets said esrliest stock is April, so that was out of the window. So, I ended up getting a 2021 BMW 900XR TE. I can see KTM selling a lot of these..

[@AlsRides]

You should try to do a comparison with the old 990 SMT. I reckon you'd enjoy the engine on that bike even more!

[@vishalprajapati8840]

Yes please 😍

[@jamest5149]

You should get a long term go on a Tracer 9GT+, it would be interesting to hear what you have to say 👍

[@stevegeorgiou2013]

No sore botty for Chopsy! A massive $!$%$ and a nod to Frank & Pat Butcher! Epic review as always Chopsy!

[@mikehudson868]

am I cracking up I'm sure i saw this the other day lol

[@baz8996]

Yep, was up, then disappeared ?

[@LambChopRides]

Yes had to remove and reedit to keep YT happy 👍

[@paulthecodfathercodling5631]

​@@LambChopRides must have been all that talk about cock and bollocks 😂😂😂

[@MrLou8888]

​@LambChopRides Did they make you reduce the giants size?

[@markcartwright1176]

Cracking engine mechanical madness After sales let down with ktm though when things go wrong 🥸🥸 I bought a orange n ended up with a lemon So I called it Kieth 😂😂

[@sonicsurfclub]

Great review, made my mind up for my next bike , currently riding R1200R BMW but had speed triple before so it’s sounds like a great mix 👍

[@oldhead_]

Great big ol’ review..I am curious if you have any still shots of you on it…it’d be nice to see how us big guys sit on it..otherwise outstanding review. I’m 6’ and sat on it and it’s very comfy

[@trevorphillips3055]

@LambChopsRides where you turned right towards the piddles, you should try turning left sometime there towards Dorchester. That is a great road too 😊 👍🏻

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks for the tip! 👍

[@trevorphillips3055]

@@LambChopRides You're welcome. Look forward to seeing you riding it next time you go to Weymouth. Or ride through Dorchester via that route and then to West Bay via Martinstown & Abbotsbury. 😁

[@prrsnikety]

Hi everyone, I own the 890 Duke R, love it. And it's pretty obvious what kind of rider would want a Duke R. However, I'm struggling to determine what kind of rider is this bike made for? Is it just the middle ground between a naked hooligan, and a full fledged ADV? is that what this is marketed towards? Genuinely curious.

[@tracktime1196]

Brilliant review Chopsy as always can't believe YT put an age verification on your last upload but I'm glad I've got to watch it I've always been interested in the 890 variants but I hate the fact of having to pay extra for the electronic package it totally puts me off

[@davektm89]

Another great review LCR, love your enthusiasm for this bike. Currently haveca 1290 SaS, and a Duke 790 and have test ridden the SMT and loved it but wasnt sure if it was worth changing the Duke for it. Well just waiting for insurance quote and the deal to be done. Cant ride it for a while though as just had 3 playes n 18 screws in my elbow. Cheers LCR,

[@MrAndrew1953]

In Australia you do get a lot of backroads you can use the large capacity adventure bikes on. Good fun with a decent set of knobbies, getting the rear wheel to slide around. Enjoy being out in the country,getting the bike dirty and impressing people on the way home.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes absolutely Andrew, really non around my area unfortunately

[@fizzhogg23]

I've had one for a while now and i love it i bought the remus exhaust it looks so much better than the stock. I hope you buy one chops. i need to see someone do mods i can copy 👍

[@nairolfnednilruz]

I just discovered your channel. You seem to love the same things like I do. Very nice to follow you - thanks mate for your clips!

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy and welcome 👍

[@CrouchyOnBikes]

Loving the double entendres Chopsy! You know the level of your audience well! Personally I love a bit of clean air on my helmet 🤣🤣🤣

[@LambChopRides]

Much appreciated! 😁👍

[@robertnorthfield8947]

Nice one Chopsy sending the loan bike back with a tankful of supermarket fuel⛽️

[@Sjoldschool]

I’ve got the 890r duke and this is tempting me because of the green lane potential… I’m going to try to organise a courtesy bike ride on one when my 890 goes in for a service.

[@cecilwilson5442]

John brilliant stuff,,pity that the sneakers,,lend you an app then take it off and make you buy it ,, next thing if you don't tax it the brakes lock 🔐 on ,,modern times EH ,,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland great video

[@BrianMcCann421]

Great Video, I just love that 890 engine, I honestly didn't think a parallel twin could have so much character. I have a decat link pipe and an SC project Can on mine and it sounds so nice. Having seen this video I really quite fancy the SMT......

[@LambChopRides]

Couldn't agree more! 😁👍

[@keithwaller4545]

Mate had a 990 smt excellent bike better than my speed triple at the time. Did laugh you keep on about range but how many coffee stops 😊

[@KalJoao]

If you didn't care about price, which would you rather have for daily commuting (part city, part freeway) and no offloading?

[@POUSEouttatheHOUSE]

Great vid, I might be tempted if they bring out an smtr. I bought a 701sm last year, great bike but wonder would this replace it or is there room for both bikes?...plus my DRZ and Grom 😂. Are you still using a gopro on your helmet? Your quality seems better than my gopro hero 10 black unless youtube are up to their old tricks again on the video quality. 👍

[@flyinryan7340]

Damnit, I was 🤏🏻 close to pulling the trigger on an 890 Duke R 😂 Is this a bike you could drag a knee at a track day with,, or would you be dragging pegs first?

[@ragerider6283]

Oh no Chops, not another kerper lol. Great vid & review. Not my thing tbh but I see why you like it.

[@mikeainsworth5840]

Hi Mr Chopsy, going off at a bit of a tangent here but what's that phone you are using as a sat nav? I have a feeling that it's a Fold 5 (?).

[@GabenHood]

What would you think would be better as a (I know it doesn't exist) 50/50 bike? Adventure R with 21"/18" 50/50 tyres or SM with 17" 50/50 tyres? Asking for a friend.

[@wattie1050]

Nice bike Chopsy , one thing I don't like with my 701. Sm is the seat !!!! Brutal after 100 miles crippling on your backside , good to see the seat seems a lot better on the ktm now .👍 not sure I'm a fan of the buying a bike and paying a subscription for extras right enough 😮😮😮

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah it's lovely and comfortable with 90% of the hoonage of the 690 / 701 capability. Its very good

[@wattie1050]

@@LambChopRides I’ll try a gel insert first chopsy !!! Love the 701 but need more distance covered without being in agony 🤣 ! Maybe a third bike is what I need 🤔🤣

[@martinhughes9769]

What happens when you still have problems riding a sports tourer 😢, give up riding or go for a adventure bike , Adventure Bike It Is , Nice looking bike , I was waiting for a comment about the wind on your helmet 😂, For anyone interested in this size bike you’ve sold it 👍🏻

[@SPM1966SPM]

Great video Chopsy, thanks.

[@Mineratron]

Looks like a cool package… think I’d like to see a bit more R too… but sure its a great setup for most road riding. State of the UK roads you’ll be needing the 890 Adv Rally suspension anyway. 😅 Think it looks cool… I’d ditch the white front mudguard though, possibly even the rear… like my KTMs black/orange and my Huskies white/blue. 😅

[@_Makanko_]

I would love to see you compare this to a tracer 9. Seems similar, maybe less capable off-road (in so far you would) and has that nice triple. Any chance of giving that a go?

[@LambChopRides]

Yes going to try the Tracer 😁👍

[@christyrer9530]

I could have sworn that I’ve watched this already; either that or I’m going round the twist. Wasn’t this originally put out earlier this week?

[@LambChopRides]

Yes, that version upset YT so had to re-edit 👍

[@philipfisher4244]

Another great review - I know you can't review every bike but I would be keen to get your feedback on the Tracer 9 GT / GT+ at some point.

[@LambChopRides]

Yes will get on it 👍

[@LeeB132]

Great fun as ever chops, ktm looks wicked, ive got a new ktm 790 duke so am ktm bias though😂. Question is will you buy one ?

[@LambChopRides]

No immediate plans as need my Hypermotard completed before buying something 👍

[@stephenwilliams8592]

I think you may be related to the Giant stick a beard on it and it's like looking at twins. Great review as always love that bike too, best I start saving

[@mbingham10]

Interesting how you like clean air on your helmet!! Was the flyhole open on your jeans, I ride like that

[@brucekendall52]

Great laid back discussion,thks.

[@mark_Hershey]

Did the cams stay in good shape?

[@racesportfan]

why are we seeing this video again? This has already been online, right? By the way, a beautiful bike

[@LambChopRides]

Other version was removed after 2 hours due to YT

[@daveyt4802]

Black wheels and low front fender for me!

[@lasse9706]

03:48 RIP Bambi :(

[@michaelrussom9347]

Nice bike, looks like it would be fun, $25000 here in Australia, for that price QS etc should be standard, also in the description in the Ad on bikesales it referred to it as a limited edition, does that mean ktm only making it for this year and that’s it?

[@LambChopRides]

Oh really that's very interesting... I hope not!

[@michaelrussom9347]

@@LambChopRides could be just a sales pitch🤣 hopefully.

[@bushcaptain]

It is funny how a lot of people seems so obsessed about figures on paper. HP here and HP there.. Higher revving engine is not what to look for in a super moto, you want the grunt low down. Wheelies, skidding and that hooligan style riding. I'm riding a husky 501 on the street, its a wheelie machine and an absolute crazy bike that makes you loose all common sense :) ... And this is just what I look for to take on trips to different places, cant annoy the same locals all the time... would have liked a V-twin for sure.. But a 890 tuned for low end power and suspension to ride like an idiot on rough roads and even some gravel ... Hell yes :)

[@theonlyredspecial]

It’s back ! if you could store all the bikes you like you would be called tmf.

[@BuckyUSA]

I wanna see that bad boy with a top case, soft and hard side cases and a tank bag. Also, stick a blue tank on it . 😎

[@talkingrock7011]

That’s a neat bike Thanks Chopsy

[@MatNewtonTrio]

Ok test ride it is then. Think it’s time to give this a go. Looks like my kind of bike 😎 Collision Hotspot 😂

[@danielryan5384]

Chopsy I've never seen you in Dorset 😢 come along to Poole bike night Tuesday!

[@LambChopRides]

I will do at some point 👍

[@barryrose4850]

Love the bike love KTM I’ll wait for the R version

[@johanstrampraat1684]

What did you think off those tiers in the wet?

[@majorgeek7401]

Would be amazing if you could get hold of a 990SMT and compare the two!

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

Would you say this is a similar bike to the BMW 1000XR? A taller naked type bike?

[@LambChopRides]

Yes that sort of thing for sure 👍

[@1990-t1j]

I like high front mudguards but this one seems to be at the wrong angle. Have you ever ridden a Buell Ulysses, Chopsy? Nick J

[@lovecheapcars4676]

The bit of road just out of Salisbury (at about 16:00) is great, just too short................

[@iansmith9483]

I’m torn between one of these or a 1290 sdr. Took the sdr out on demo last weekend and was impressed and then took an mt10 out just for a 3rd on the shortlist. I’m lost and cannot decide chops what’s your thoughts ?? I’d love to know.

[@LambChopRides]

There is a comparison of the SDR and MT10 SP coming soon 😁👍

[@mathias6423]

If you are not going to take the bike offroad, I seriously do not get why you get a GS instead of an R1250RS or S100XR kind of bike ?

[@jamesmcgettigan2936]

So what’s the bike like on a longer trip??? I watched your first vid on this bike, and this vid doesn’t seem much different. Would you actually TOUR on this bike????

[@Edgunsuk]

MR Chops you done a tenere review ? seriously thinking of getting one now they have the same size tank as a gs adventure just need a review from some one i trust !!!

[@LambChopRides]

No not yet, I will sort it 👍

[@mikephillips3947]

Another brilliant video butty enjoy your weekend 😎😎😎

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Mike 👍

[@rickseconds7676]

Beautiful bike!

[@jamest5149]

What would you change on the SMT, lighter wheels, exhaust, more power? steering damper… what would make it rock?

[@kj385]

I’d call that a 890 duke. I got the standard 890 with relaxed ergos vs the 890R. And it’s perfect without the odd looks of the SMT.

[@LambChopRides]

Rottweiler airbox, full Tekmo system and a remap. Would be absolutely brilliant! 👌

[@Love4boost]

The 360 cam distorting the bark busters was really messing with my head. I thought it was flapping and kept focusing on it trying to catch it

[@alanshearing7515]

True , I think this is the censored version (Quack) The same comments , a great all rounder . Fits a bigger rider so a big plus + . Just hate the front mud guard , looks like medieval Jousting equipment 😂. Just hoping for an R version with the upgrade bling .

[@Kurlach]

Love the bike, wouldn’t mind one myself.. You’re right about the bloody drones, pointless owning one these days, practically nowhere you can use it.

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Who's gonna stop you?

[@pyrodoll2422]

But hearing them zipping around beauty spots etc is crap.

[@nokneedownian8521]

Least you were wearing protection seeing the Cerne giant 😂

[@nestorasbellas6604]

Not bying bikes that i need to pay sub to unlock their features! And i hope many more are on the same boat with me!

[@geoffgauci7590]

Hello mate, my name is Geoff I just need your help with a few things I can always come to you because learning to ride a motorbike I’m having trouble with the clutch and I’ll let it out and I think I’m going back to stores and I’m getting frustrated. I’m I keep grabbing at the front brake all the time and I don’t know why I just need your help and guidance please I love the bike you’re riding at the moment the 890 SMT, I’m 5 11

[@_Makanko_]

UK going nuts with anti-drone stuff?

[@indiamelia639]

Incredible? I only spent just over an hour on one and hated it. Odd peg position (know that can be adjusted) and all the disadvantages of a naked bike. It has a small fuel tank and the demo I had was doing 34mpg so not great for touring. Preferred the 890 adventure. Really wanted to like it but I was left feeling like it's been hyped and has invented to extract money from those wearing rose tinted glasses by people who had the original SMT.. But maybe I'm missing the point 😂

[@LambChopRides]

Yes your missing the point 😆👍

[@Doginaboot]

​@@LambChopRidesYou did 166 miles before you filled up. How much petrol did it take?

[@Icem4n84]

1290 SDR or 890 SMT Chops?..

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah probably SDR... really don't know 😫

[@stevenrobertson6925]

Chopsy , are you doing a video on the m1000r vs the streetfigher v4 ?

[@LambChopRides]

Yes if we get some decent weather to finish the year then hopefully 👍

[@mp22222]

Does it at least have cruise control?

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah of course!

[@henrymarriott5636]

Yeah, its the switch on the top of the left handlebar.

[@orlandoberry4031]

So what was the MPG?

[@infinitydreamzz]

Unlike you I think those high viz orange wheels are visually overwhelming, a thin bright orange stripe on matte black wheels would strike a much finer balance without sacrificing the intended liveliness and excitement

[@paulbrook2459]

Sounds like you’ve already bought it 😂 great video

[@dantton1987]

3:48 RIP, little deer :(

[@robinsmiggy3884]

We’re you nabbed by the KZbin police for too many Willy references chops? Anyway glad it’s back again. Love the bike and test. Do you reckon they will do an R version? For me that would be clincher, bit blinded up, bit more power, you got some influence. , tell ‘em chops!

[@MuscleBandit]

Took me a couple of minutes to realise it was the same video re-released!

[@LambChopRides]

Yes they didn't like it! 😫

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

For the curious people among us, what did you have to change about the video? Its normally copyright music that cause takedowns, but i dont think you had Spice Girls playing on this one?

[@LambChopRides]

Unfortunately the C*ock references upset YT so had to re-edit 👍

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

@@LambChopRides Ah, YT keeping the family show age rating I guess. Thanks for explaining 👍

[@ianblack7844]

​@LambChopRides Is "Winky" ok 😉

[@manusk40]

what is this bike supposed to be ? It's a super moto with a bit of fairing ??

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah and very comfortable ergos 👍

[@sfade6217]

The SMT is not coming to the US😢

[@TheRoadWarrior96]

Scummy business practise that demo mode malarchy, fingers crossed the ecu tuners can bypass it easily enough

[@rubenbreedveld7088]

Comparing this to a Tuono 660 factory would (although in a diffent class and price bracket) be very interesting i think :) What do you think?

[@4tech69]

They're not the same in any way really.

[@alrightdave6135]

Are you bored? Apples and pears

[@changliu7346]

Pretty much the only similarity is they both have 2 cylinders and 2 17in wheels.

[@fizzhogg23]

OP 😂

[@surfbum72]

Love the fact that 'cock' was bleeped yet 'bollocks' came out loud and clear! 👍🏼🤣

[@reverendhoover]

Brand new 2022 890 Adventure in Laguna for £8499. I think I'd prefer that.

[@alrightdave6135]

There is a reason for that…

[@reverendhoover]

Are they not very good then, @alrightdave6135? I've watch 44 Teeth review the 2nd gen 890 Adventure and they loved it.

[@paulfowler7618]

Not really interested in this bike even less so knowing it comes with demo mode which really sucks. Giving you stuff only to take it away again! The main reason I watched this video is I don't live that far from Cerne Abbas and have photos of all 4 of my current bikes and several previous bikes parked in front of the giant information signs with the giant in the background. Some great roads near there.

[@henrymarkey6940]

brillant engine

[@stevenkerry3101]

going to be a difficult decision for you chopsy when getting your next bike after watching so of your recent videos but i do like the looks of this KTM i do like the SMT styling great video 👍👍

[@dean-does-stuff-81]

what happened to this video? the first time it went live it disappeared 🤔

[@LambChopRides]

Yes had to re-edit it to keep YT happy 👍

[@dean-does-stuff-81]

@@LambChopRides it was defiantly funnier on the first edit mate. Really considering the smt, but will it suit a 1 bike garage 🤔

[@dean-does-stuff-81]

I Bought the SMT... Cant wait to pick it up... 2 more weeks. ( mid Feb)

[@mrcintheuk4641]

Glad they haven't engineered vibration into the engine to give it "character".

[@villeayras5371]

KTM Duke 890R is just better. Cheaper Lighter More power & torque And it is really comfortable as well. I'm 196cm tall and have done 2 European tours on the D890R. 5000+km each trip. I test rode the new SMT but found no reason to swap mine to that.

[@stephenchapman8344]

👍

[@sigberetta72]

So never turn the key off forever and keep the quick shifter and cruise control! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂