2025 KTM690 Enduro - Adventure Rider
Jan 21, 2005 · Uncle-roby said: ↑. IMHO the 690 is an old bike, a 2007 project built to win Dakar Rally when it was raced with big mono on fast trails. Thus it is big, powerful with a long and stable frame. Nowadays rallys are raced with 450 bilke with Enduro/Cross frame to be more nimble as the power output of a 450cc is enough.
KTM 690 OWNER REVIEW, KNOWN ISSUES & PROBLEMS
Mar 29, 2017 · Saturday, April 21, 2012. TEST REVIEW OF THE KTM 690R ENDURO & COMMON ISSUES/PROBLEMS. We were keen to test KTM's 690R after reading rave reviews, and got our hands on a 2012 690R and 2009 690R to test the different year models. It certainly was an eye opener after reading almost nothing but rave reviews.
2019 KTM 690 SMC R or Enduro R?! Which to buy?
Apr 21, 2013 · Get the enduro, but instead of just getting 18/21" road tires for it and lowering the suspension, take the plunge and get a proper supermoto kit for it, because 17" wheels also lower the bike a lot, making it nicer for stop-and-go traffic while preserving its offroad capability when you revert back. #6.
KTM 690 Enduro - Long Haul - Alaska Bound - Adventure Rider
Apr 17, 2008 · Location: Minneapolis. I recently picked up a KTM 690 Enduro, and put some iron butt miles on it. The stock tires on it worked great off road, but were a slog onroad. I was curious to people's opinions of setting this up for long distance rides. Tires, and other setup advice. Leaving Minneapolis towards Alaska. #1.
New Bike Advice. 690 vs 890 - Adventure Rider
Aug 23, 2021 · 890 probably makes more sense for what you describe. i have both 790 and a couple of 690s. i love the 690s and it seems like for your situation, the 890 adv r makes sense. they're both badass bikes and, for what you describe, i'd get an 890 r. #2. SlowlyGettingTherelikes this. chippertheripper,Aug 23, 2021. #3.
The KTM 690 Enduro Thread - Adventure Rider
Mar 7, 2015 · When comparing STOCK maps, the difference between my 13' 990 and 14' 690 is incredible. Makes me want to kick my 990 to the curb. 3) The 2014 and newer 690s are ride by wire throttle and a dual spark motor, similarly found in the 690 duke. 4) Maps from 2013 and older 690s are completely different than 2014 and newer.
KTM owners 690 End R -140/80 tire choices - Adventure Rider
Aug 15, 2013 · A lot depends on what sort of riding you will do but many 690 owners like the Dunlop 908RR rear (only the rear; a D606 for the front is often the combo) for mixed dual-purpose riding. I'd love to hear some firsthand reports using a D908RR on a 690 Enduro R, particularly regarding on/off road performance and tread life.
KTM 690 Enduro 2021 - Adventure Rider
Jan 4, 2021 · 2021 KTM 690 Enduro R Highlights. New graphics and colorway with styling based on the EXC family. A new dashboard provides the rider with currently selected gear as well as RPM in clear view on the display. A new ABS modulator better regulates braking force for improved braking performance (Europe Only). Now meets Euro5 emissions standards and ...
Has Anyone Lowered a KTM 690 Enduro R? - Adventure Rider
Jul 16, 2001 · You'll find help and advice on the 690 suspension thread. Popular choices are the Kouba Link they'll reduce the height by 1 5/8" or if you want to improve your suspension you can spend some money with a Rally Raid Products shock - these will lower the bike by 28mm/just over 1" and have other benefits too. #2.
KTM 690 Enduro tire recommendations? - Adventure Rider
Nov 9, 2016 · San Francisco, CA. Have a 2016 690 which came with MT-21's. It's time to change them. I was set on getting K60 Scout's but heard from another 690 owner that this was not recommended as these tires "weren't so great for lighter enduro bikes" like the 690. Being a relative newbie on Enduro's - my previous bikes were all the heavier 1200GS variety ...