This video has come at a perfect time for me I just sold my Honda crf300l for the same reasons as you and have ordered a new Husqvarna 701 enduro, now I know I made the right decision
Thank you for your comment, Jack! I am happy it came up in the right moment for you :) I am sure you will enjoy your 701 a lot as this bike is really something! Cheers!
Just as you said - same bike, different colour. Same story with GasGas ES 700. KTM has a but larger fuel tank than 701, I guess, about half a litr. There is a great series on MCN about 690 Enduro R, here's the link to the first of the three already published: ua-cam.com/video/gXNDUwfdBCA/v-deo.html
Sir, I’m very tempted by the Rally kit from Belgium. May I please ask ? (i) How easy was it to fit ? Some of my spanner skills are very rusty ! (ii) Does it get damaged when you crash ? (iii) Does it add weight to the bike ? warmest regards
Many thanks for watching my videos and all of your comments - much appreciated. After winter hiatus, more content is coming soon - we are just back from Morocco trip :)
Hey there and thank you for the comment. Actually, I am riding in _almost_ all conditions, except for winter - here in Poland it's getting a bit too cold and too slippery to be riding. But other than that - yes, this is my only vehicle (as I say that the car belongs to my wife! ;) ) Take care, Keyboard Dancers!
Thank you very much for this summary and all the information. You helped me a lot to find the right decision. The 701 will be the second motorcycle side by side to my Africa Twin - I think. Best regards from the Southwest of Germany. Jörg
I po długich rozterkach 890 czy 690 podjąłem decyzję. Idę taką drogą jak Ty Będzie 690 KTM Enduro R. Mam dwa pytania. Czy ten hiszpański wynalazek paliwowy naprawdę zmniejszył skłonność do gaśnięcia moto na niskich obrotach. Średnio to lubię w tym moto. Czy zmiana wydechu też w tym pomaga Czy tylko jest głośniej?
@@kemirsz sorry za późną odpowiedź ale byłem trochę wyjęty z rzeczywistości. Jeśli chodzi o fuel dongle to są bardzo różne opinie. Z moich doświadczeń wynika że przy standardowym wydechu fuel dongle pomaga ale trzeba liczyć się ze wzrostem zużycia paliwa. Jeśli jednak zmienisz układ wydechowy, a zwłaszcza końcówkę wydechu, wtedy fuel dongle nie jest już potrzebny. Tylko wtedy wiadomo będzie trochę głośniej niż z fabrycznym wydechem, ale prawda jest też taka że fabryczny wydech bardzo ale to bardzo się grzeje.
Bardzo dziękuje. Bardzo mi pomogłeś, jestem Tobie niezmiernie wdzięczny. Wiem, że podjąłem najlepszą dla mnie decyzję, a Ty w dużym stopniu do tego się przyczyniłeś. Pozdrawiam serdecznie Mirek 14.09 odbieram maszynę.
Thank you for this great video. I'm currently in the process of replacing my Tuareg with a 701 I plan to adventurize with a Rade Garage tower and cruise control. Your video further reenforces my decision to go with the lighter 701. Thanks.
Hey mate and thank you for the comment. Interestingly, I am considering some sort of 501/701 once again... it is truly an awesome machine. One reflection: if I was to do the build for me once more, I would strongly consider Adventure Spec fairing instead of my rally tower. It is much simpler and lighter solution for a bit of wind protection and having navigation in the sight area. Just a thought to share :) Best!
@@PeterR0035 To gain 8HP? Takes way more than what you describe. 8HP would be a huge gain and would involve a lot of money. 3HP would be huge. This is like the DR650 guys who cut their airbox up, put on a loud muffler, and claim a huge power gain.
Rafał, świetny film. Na prawdę super. I idealnie wpasowałeś się z czasem, wrzucając go w momencie gdy właśnie rozstaję się z moim KTM 950 Adventure S. 950 to niesamowity motocykl, spełnienie moich marzeń. Ogrom mocy, niesamowite zawieszenie, prowadzenie, dźwięk. To jak ten ponad 240kg mastodont, gładko leci pełnym ogniem w poprzek zaoranego pola, to jest bajka. Pomimo niebywałej przyjemności z jazdy 950ką, ciężar i wysokość zawieszenia wersji S, dla mnie są dokuczliwe, pomimo że mam długie nogi, czasem braknie podpory w terenie, a wtedy lepiej go położyć i sprawnie uciec, niż próbować utrzymać pion i dać się nakryć. Nauczyłem się już żyć z ciężarem i wysokością przez wyczucie sprzętu i balans, ale czasem i to nie wystarczy. Gdy zdarza się kilka razy pod rząd podnieść tego kłoca, odczucia są równoważne ze zbliżającym się zgonem przez zawał serca, krwotok w mózgu i pękające płuca podczas udziału w zawodach z martwego ciągu 😁 Dlatego już rok temu zastanawiałem się nad zmianą na T7, świat zwiariowal na punkcie tego motocykla, a akcja reklamowa filmików z Taresem spisała się perfekcyjnie 😉 I rok temu prawie zrobił bym przesiadkę na T7, ale przez pewne kwestie musiałem poczekać. I okazuje się, że wyszło mi to na plus, ponieważ w w sierpniu wziąłem na jazdę próbną 701 z salonu MotocykleLublin. Pojeździłem nią kilka godzin, w terenie, na trasie szybkiego ruchu, więc mogłem już wyczuć co i jak. Po tych kilku godzinach stwierdziłem, że pomimo fajnej jazdy, super mocy i mega zawieszenia, 50tyś PLN za taką kosiarkę w jednym garze, to trochę dużo i T7 będzie bardziej uniwersalna, poza tym jak smacznie wygląda T7 😉🤩 Ale parę tygodni temu, miałem okazję pierwszy raz przejechać się T7..... i miłość prysła. T7 to świetny motocykl, ale przesiadka z mojego KTMa na T7 była by akcją w stylu, "zamienił stryjek, siekierkę na kijek". Wagowo bardzo podobnie, ciężko, wysokość siedzenia na plus, bo niżej i można się podeprzeć, ale jednak waga ponad 200kg daje się odczuć w przechyle. Mocy odczuwalnie sporo mniej. Zawieszeniowo, może nie dramat, ale różnica ogromną, przez co i prowadzenie w terenie sporo gorsze. Czyli podsumowując, od wirtualnej platonicznej miłości, po bliższym poznaniu, T7 z bliska okazała się być dużo mniej atrakcyjna niż ja internety piszą 😉 Stąd moja decyzja o zakupie 701, mega poręczność, niska waga, najniższa w tym przedziale pojemności, w opór mocy w stosunku do wagi, no i wisienka na torcie, mega zawieszenie, które znam z KTMa. Naogladałem się filmików i różnych komentarzy i trochę byłem przerażony, głównie przez MikeKomandosa 😁 który psioczy na 690 i wyszukuje ogrom defektów, ale pomyślałem sobie, że ja nie będę tego motocykla tak orał jak On. A dzięki Tobie i temu filmowi już całkiem jestem spokojny i wiem, że nie warto bać się tego motocykla, bo będzie dla mnie idealny, T7 może się chować w cieniu 😉 Świetna robota, dzięki Rafał 👍👍👍
Elferyk, nawet nie wiesz, jaką radochę sprawił mi Twój komentarz! :) Bardzo Ci dziękuję, bo dotarło do mnie, że jednak warto robić te filmiki, mimo tego, jak dużo jest bardzo podobnych treści na UA-cam. Bardzo mi miło i jeszcze raz dzięki. Cieszę się, jeśli mogłem pomóc. Przyznam Ci, że ja też dość długo czaiłem się do T7. Nawet wziąłem ją na 2 dni na jazdę testową z Yamahy, ale... nie zakochałem się. Nie była tak poręczna, jak moja CRF 250 (wiadomo!), a ten wysoki środek ciężkości nawet mnie raz pokonał... Wiedziałem też, że jak będę się na niej wywracał, to wcześniej czy później będę miał kłopot z wahaczem z uwagi na dziwny montaż wydechu (a w najgorszym wypadku - z ramą!). Jedyne, co mnie korciło, to niezawodność tej konstrukcji, na długie trasy to duży komfort dla psychiki. Gdybym, czysto teoretycznie, miał jechać jutro do Magadanu, to chyba jednak przeprosiłbym się z T7. Ale nie jadę do Magadanu. Jak wybieramy się w dalsze regiony świata, to (poza Kirgistanem) wynajmowaliśmy motocykle na miejscu. Zatem mój motocykl z założenia ma służyć do codziennej jazdy, mam mieć ochotę pojeździć nim w weekend po okolicznych dziurach oraz raz do roku ma być gotowy na wycieczkę typu Bałkany czy, może w 2023, TET w Norwegii. A do tego 701 jest o wiele, wiele, wiele lepszym narzędziem dla mnie niż T7 czy Tuareg. Nowy Transalp waży więcej niż T7 i bardziej jest na wycieczki w Alpy niż do czochrania po polach. Jeszcze kusi mnie myśl o 890 Adventure R, ale to znów 200kg+... może kiedyś, jak dorosnę :) Dzięki raz jeszcze i daj proszę znać, jak tam Twoje wrażenia po przesiadce z 950 na 701! :)
Hey there and thank you for the comment. I also enjoy my Wings with full silence kit now, yet it still lets the bike's engine work smoother and shows character in the sound area too 👍
I made an attempt to secure a 701 LR (long range) only to find out they had been discontinued for reasons unknown. THX for sharing your build! I love the trellis frame and proven LC3 power plant.
LR is still being offered as a accessory pack, search for: Additional fuel tank kit Ref: 27007994344 for sure, it is expensive.... 1,8K GBP here: www.thektmcentre.co.uk/shop/fitment/husqvarna/2022/supermoto-2022/701-supermoto-supermoto-2022/additional-fuel-tank-kit-27007994344/ Cheers!
Thank you for your review! It's very informative and helpfull! At the moment I have a 2012 BMW 1200 GSA mainly for road use and a 2015 Honda CRF250L for offroad.... I am currently looking for one bike to "replace" them. The 701 looks like a solid contender! Greetings from the Netherlands!
Hey Ingo and thank you for the comment 🙏 I am happy you have found this video useful. If your plan is similar to mine (reduce the number of bikes to one), then 690/701 sits quite nicely right between CRF and GS. It won't be as comfortable in touring as GS, but it will be much more powerful than CRF and will bring a lot of joy off pavement. All the best from Poland 👋
yups ive the same bike rudy poa advice me to take this bike ..and afther 30 years of riding bikes ..this 701 husky can still make me scared if i open the throtle full .. and thats wht we looking 4 in a bike ...cheers
Thanks! :) I still believe T7 is a great bike and if you are doing more highway and long distance road riding than I do (a few times a year), then I would still consider a twin engine for comfort. But if I were to buy a twin today and I would be tempted by 901 Expedition - superb engine, low center of gravity, amazing suspension, really useful electronics and it's off-road capabilities are undeniable. Good looking bike too! Have you considered a test ride with 901? :)
I had a GS650, F800GS, another F800GS, a 1200 Adventure 2012 and finally a 1200 Adventure 2015. Once the last BMW, I took into account that they were amazing, but they penalized me in weight, as I love the most to be off road or bad roads. Many times I had to get some help to lift my bike again. Nowadays I own a Yamaha XTZ250 2012, and really now I become confident in going anywhere. It is a small bike, but I love the weight, and most important, I am not afraid of falling. For the near future, I will keep my old XTZ, but I would like to get a powerful bike, but not exceeding 160kg wet! I was thinking in the KTM 690 enduro R and in the Husky 701. This last is tubeless that is important for me. Any bike that can keep 120 k/h it is more than enough for me, and I hope in the near future, I will choose the Husky. Strong, powerful, trustable, and reliable to make my own roads. I hope I will choose the right stuff. Regards from Punta del Este-Uruguay.
Hey Mario and thank you for your comment - I loved your motorcycle journey! One important information: both 690 Enduro R and Husky 701 have tubes - so no tubeless from the factory. All the best!
10:16 These ARE BarkBusters, just with OEM plastics. BB makes them for KTM to sell as their own part. You can buy BB plastics and they will fit just fine, since the hardware is just stock BarkBusters.
Nice video with good mods. I have a 701 LR with some mods too. For the missing neutral there should be the option for a stronger spring in the gearbox. I have not tried it myself - but found this on ADVrider forum. Greetings from the sunny north of Germany
I've been thinking about the 701 for years now. I've watched people have lots of fun with supermoto wheelsets. Take it with soft bags all over the eurasian continent. And have no trouble lifting it back upright after taking a spill on a tight single track.
Thank you for the comment and if it is possible for you - take a test ride with 701, 690 Enduro R or GasGas 700. There a great new video by BigRockMoto that could be helpful for you as well: ua-cam.com/video/nnwBSqu53QU/v-deo.html Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie bardzo mnie interesuje akurat ten motocykl ale nie lubię oglądać materiałów jak ktoś czyta instrukcje obsługi a tu było godnie w Twoim materiale . Ja jeżdżę od 35-40 tyś km rocznie motocyklami . Wiec kto wie może kiedyś się skuszę . Poczekam na materiał jak będziesz miał 100 tyś km zrobione .
Looks good. I'm on a 501, I just don't feel comfortable putting the high road miles on it. It's really just a dirt bike, whereas this is a solid motorcycle that is also at home off road. I wish knew someone to test ride one.
After 2 years and 20K km with 701 I can definitely confirm it is a solid motorcycle for both on and off road travel. 701 is a sibling of KTM 690 Enduro R and GasGas 700 ES, so maybe test rides on those would be possible near you? Cheers!
I might be late into the conversation… but absolutely keep the loudest exhaust you are allowed to have by law!!! Loud = more presence while riding near cars!! Stay safe my man, i also dont like being loud, but when i see cars pulling away from me because of the loud exhaust, i think its worth it
Thanks for the tips! Yes. 701 is long gone, now I am on 890AdvR with stock exhaust that is the most quite exhaust I think I ever had ;) All the best from Poland!
I own a (road legal red moto) CRF 450RX , which is powerful and fun on a MX track , but awful on tarmac (22km maybe 25km) max 😢) ..So I’ve bought one of these 701’s , to be able to complete more trails !
With the forks, try to install neoprene fork gaiters like Lyndon Postkitt did on his Basil Bike. Have them on my bikes and never had an issue with dirt going inside. Cheers!
Very informative and well edited video! Coming at you from Colorado here. For me the 701 is the perfect bike for riding to and exploring Colorado's many high country trails. Also, after years of riding twins and 4's, it has been fun rediscovering the simple essence of riding a motorcycle big singles have, although once the revs are up and the throttle is wound, this smooth and hard revving engine may as well be a twin! I have done some of the same tweaks, particularly the fueling dongle O2 sensor delete, and AXP skid plate, which I also have on my KTM 300 XC. I think AXP makes some of the best skid plates on the market. Very interested in your side covers - are those replacement covers or do they fit over the stock ones? The big clutch cover looks especially vulnerable.
Hey there Craig, thank you for the kind comment and regards from Colorado :) tripleclampmoto.com side engine covers are made from very similar material to AXP, obviously much thinner. And they just cover the stock ones. If you are riding rocky trails, then I would recommend to have it. Some say it brings the oil temperature a bit up, but after a year of riding in hot weather, I haven't observe fan coming on any often than usual. Cheers!
Just had the idiot Service Manager at MCS Kilmarnock pour my Motul fully synthetic out, and replace it with Yama-lube, made by Venezuelan company, Citgo, now can't go down the box sitting static,without letting out the clutch slightly, going to have to dump that crap,I've got a good mind to bill them!
Thanks, Ron! I have never had any ride on DRZ, so I am unable to help, but Johannes here has much more experience and a lot of very informative videos: ua-cam.com/video/X8KE8D5yybE/v-deo.html All the best!
Thank you for a nice review, i always loked the 701, but vibrations kept me off the fence as an only one bike setup. Now i have 3, a KLX250S, DR650SE and T700. Somehow i find the T7 least relaxing to drive, it's jerky and just wierd going slow and relaxed. Ever miss the BMW 850?
Hey Johannes and thank you for the comment. In regards to 701 vibrations - as you mentioned in another comment, newer 690/701 models have updated balance shaft + I also installed Progressive Handlebar Dumping System on my bike and I no longer complain about vibrations. It is still far from comfy when riding long distances on pavement. Last weekend I took a 600km long ride (including 110km off-road and rest of that on pavement) and I came back home numb. And those long stretches of highways are the only moment I think of my 850GS. Once I did 1509km on GS in one day (that wasn't wise, but I had the need...), I would never do that on 701 for sure.
Hello Excellent video full of very useful information I am about to buy my KTM 690 Enduro but I have not taken the step due to the information that exists regarding overheating. Have you had any problems with the temperature of the motorcycle? Greetings from Colombia 🇨🇴
Thank you, Oscar! The mayor heat source on 690/701 is the factory exhausted and yes, it gets so hot, you need to be careful not to touch it even in your gloves or not to leave anything on it (like your jacket for example). Engine heat - I only felt it in the hot days when stopped on the traffic lights. When you are riding, it is never an issue. Cheers from Poland 👋
Thank you for giving your point of view on that bike. Really interesting. And thank you for taking the time to put that video together. Merci beaucoup ! 👌 I won't miss to look at your adventures! But don't you think the fuel tank is a bit small for far destinations? The Long Rang model might be needed? 🐪
Thanks for your kind comment, E D! In regards to fuel capacity - yes, absolutely for long distance travelling LR version (or adding a fuel tank by Rade Garage) is much better. My current rage is ~250km on average (+/- 20km depending on riding style). For me here in Europe that is enough. Definitely for my everyday kind of use. If I would go to Kyrgyzstan again or to any other such remote area, I would make sure to take a fuel bladder with me (like Desert Fox or Giant Loop). And for those 2-3 weeks yearly, I believe that is a good solution. For all other days of riding in Europe, I do not carry additional weight of fuel and that is fine IMHO. Thank you for subscribing too - a few more videos are in the pipeline :) Cheers!
Have a look at Big Rock Motos Ian with his review today of a modified late model 690. Big wrap on the bike. The CRF250/300s are dangerously underpowered for high speed roads.
Hey, thanks! I saw it yesterday and I left I comment that it's been a long time since I've heard Ian from BigRockMoto laughing so much out loud while riding a bike - so he must have had a lot of fun :)
Hey Istra70 and thank you for the comment! Yes, I've heard about PR7 and I was considering it for a while, but here in Poland it isn't easy to get one, situation is even worse with parts. I subscribed to PR7 owners group here (59 members as of today, compared to 1.8K on 690/701 group) and I saw that those guys are facing too many challenges using their bikes here. I needed something with a local dealer and fast access to spare parts. KTM/Husky wins here in Poland by far in that regard. But I know PR7 is a great bike and I am hoping they will grow enough to be more present in Poland!
@@CykloGamonie Internet orders are 6 - 7 days across whole Europe for any kind of parts and goods..... Engine is old and proven , reliable Husqvarna - so they will have parts for the engine. When I bought my brand new R1, I didn't want any dealer to touch it. Serviced it myself and single cylinder bikes are even simpler. 701 has very high compression ratio ( 13 : 1 , I think ) what is not the best considering longevity, reliability and consumption. Don't get me wrong, bike is fantastic ( bit heavy ) , but I still think AJP would be more reliable and more fuel efficient ( economical). Has already kind of rally tower, bigger thank, and it is a bit lighter bike. I don't know price comparison. 701 is raw power, while AJP is more relaxing ( someone would even say boring ). For new would be enduro / rally / adventure riders - the best is - try before you buy....
Still not convinced :) Don't get me wrong - I love the concept of PR7, I watched all of the videos of Greg Villalobos about his AJP and from other owners too. But it is not my perfect scenario to buy such a bike with basically no local dealership support. And I still read (not too many) posts on Polish PR7 group and guys are still facing quite many issues with their bikes... last few were about the tablet not charging/not working, and so on. And it is more expensive than 701, not by much, but still.
Hello and thank you for sharing your experiences.I plan change from my 390 ADV to another bike. The 701 is one of the bikes I'm thinking about. I was still worried about the durability of the motor in my usage conditions. Are you still driving the 701, what other experiences have you had? What are the costs for the service? And very importantly, it is allowed to drive off-road in Poland. We have already been to Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, so we can also visit your country. Best regards and always have fun with your husky.
Hey there Manuel and thank you for the comment! I have just sold my 701 after a trouble free 2 years and 20k km. The only 2 reasons for selling my Husky were a necessity for a bit more highway capable bike and passenger accommodation (and I have switched to 890 Adv R). Costs of the service at every 10k km was ~250 Euro (including valve checks) Riding off road is not allowed in Poland, this especially includes forrests. But there are plenty of legal offroad tracks like TET that you can travel without worrying about legal restrictions. And I always recommend Polish TET, there are two new lines available, so plenty of kilometers for offroad adventure :) Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie Many thanks for the quick response. TET sounds really good. The important thing is not to get into trouble... How do you cope with the higher weight of the KTM? The new F900 GS is also not uninteresting when it comes to roadworthiness. But another 20 kilos heavier than the KTM. Greetings Manuel
TET in Poland is really nice, I especially like to new trail from center of the country to the Mazury Lake District. Highly recommended :) Yes, 890R is heavier than 701 for sure, but you don't feel it that much on the move, I can only feel the difference in weight when moving the bike in the garage. Low center of gravity really helps. All the best from Warsaw!
What Tail Bag do you have? I didn’t see that one at 21brothers site. On the Wings exhaust, I’m using the cone at the front and the middle size diffuser at the rear. It’s similar to stock sound except there’s some nice pop under acceleration. .
Hello and thank you for the question. The tail bag is: Kappa AH203 - very useful for smaller items, capacity is 5l, extendable to 7l. 21brothers bag is this big red one, here: 18:20 ( 21brothers.eu/produkt/rogal-40l/ ) and about Wings - yes, that configuration was my 2nd favourite, right after just using the Silent Kit db-killer with spark arrestor, but without the cone.
Hey there and thank you for the question. So I've spent the whole 2023 season with the Wings exhaust with full silent kit, as I do not like to make too much noise. And there are three benefits and one downside: Benefits are: less weight, less heat and engine works smoothly from the very low rpm downside: when I was selling my 701 I went back to stock exhaust and I was surprised to see how much better the engine worked on high rpms. I didn't need to shift down as early as with Wings exhaust and overall I was impressed with the performance compared to Wings (again, Wings with full Silent Kit - as that is probably the key here). So, would I buy Wings again after that experience of going back to stock? No, I wouldn't. I would accept the weight and heat. I would add a fuel dongle to improve the low rpm behaviour and stick to the stock exhaust. I have tried Wings with all configurations of silent kit options and everything except full silent kit - it was far too loud for me. I hope this helps.
Yes, the tower is an investment! I’m sitting on the fence, it’s not really necessary and is waay overpriced. you can pick some good led headlights, a gps mounting bracket and a screen for 1/10 of the price. Yet, it looks cool, and there are now several pretty and a little cheaper. Thought you’d have put on a steering damper, ever thought about it?
Hey Vladimiro, thanks for the comment. Believe me, I've tried not to invest in the tower. To improve the light - I have bought the Cyclops LED - and it worked great (here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/NLcFcF_V-Zg/v-deo.html I have also bought a higher GPS mount, but... it looked like crap :/ and finally, I tried to get myself some wind protection with puig windshield and this happened right away: ua-cam.com/video/ioznkjVeP-Y/v-deo.html this windshield was too close for offroad riding and I got hit in the helmet at less than 10km/h speed. So it is important to move the windshield away from you... and that all led me to buy the tower. I also bought it in presales, I had quite a few challenges in installation, but overall - I still think it made the bike much more comfortable for my rides. Steering dumper - honestly, I never felt a need for that... yet. Maybe it is because I am not riding fast, not pushing the bike too much. I dunno. Take care!
it was something like this: allegro.pl/oferta/poprzeczka-organizer-uchwyt-na-kierownice-motocykl-8690142319 I was able to move it close to the Puig windshield, but I was still not satisfied with the position of navigation screen. and then I had this close encounter with the windshield, so I took both off the bike and bought the rally tower. Last year, for early adopters, the price was acceptable for me. If I were to buy tower now I would still probably buy the same one. Rade Garage is +500 Euro - I like it, it probably provides more wind protection, but the price is too high for me. Not going to mention Aurora, Nomad or others ;)
Hey Willy, thank you for the comment. South Tyrol is my absolute favourite skiing area - I will be there this February with kids :) All the best from Warsaw!
Great video! I noticed two mods you didn't mention ;) The first is folded mirrors and the second is a little crash pad in the rear axis. I was checking your mods because I just bought 701 and I'm making it "adventure-ready". I did a couple of TETs last year on my KTM 350 but it's not long-distance friendly ;) Two questions - did you consider putting on the stickers on the plastics to mitigate scratches and did you think about shortening the tail somehow - I'm worried it can get damaged easily on the first fall.
Thank you deZmo for your comment! Good catch with the mods I missed. Yes, Doubletake mirrors are legendary for a reason, unbreakable. The two sliders on the swingarm are there to lift the bike up with a stand. In regards to your questions: - I used a tape to cover the plastics when I was using a reckless bag (Giantloop type of bag). I am considering adding a permanent 3M foil on the back where my luggage stays. - i have left the tail as is, because if often saves my back from mud. I agree it does not look good and a tail tidy would be nicer, but I am afraid I would need to wash my riding jacket much more often ;) Anyway, thank you again and please drop by again soon :) good luck with your TET adventures plan too. 👍
Hey there and thank you for the comment! Actually, no, I never found the foodpegs vibrations to be annoying, so nothing temping to change in that regard.
Hi Rafal, what kind of steering damper are you using? Where did you buy it? I'm in the process of buying the bike, and I'm putting the list of mods together :) Thanks a lot. Greetings from Slovakia!
Hey there Judoka80! I did not get a steering damper, I only used KTM Progressive handlebar damping system (PHDS) to reduce vibrations of handlebar and mirrors. It also brought less fatigue for my arms and hands. Good stuff. Good luck with your build! :) Cheers.
Hello, thank you for your video.I'm actually doubting between the t7 and the 701. In the present i have a xr650r for off-road trips and a gs1200 for daily ride. I would like to change for one only bike. People are telling me to go for the t7, but a little voice tell me that the t7 will not be the right bike for me, to linear, no personality, and as you say in your video, it depend of where do you live? In my case i have plenty of off road tracks around me, and i can be in Marroco in 2 hours... So maybe the 701 could be the bike? but i m a bit worried about a few things; - The reliability of the engine in the long term? I don't want to rebuild the engine every 10-15 thousand kms... - How is it to carry a passenger on this bike? - Can the subframe support a lot of weight? Thank you very much!
Hey there Edouard and thank you for the comment! 1. I wish I had only 2h to Morocco ;) I am watching Itchy Boots ride there now and it looks amazing. 2. Reliability of the 701 engine - to be honest my experience here is still limited, I have bought the bike as new and it has only about 12k km on the odometer. So far no issues. This engine has a long history, I understand most of the issues have been solved and with right maintenance you can rely on it. 3. Passenger - I strongly believe the passenger foot pegs are there as a joke. Yes, for short commuting it could be used with passenger, but any longer travel would be an issue for both of you. But on the other hand, the T7 seat is no different, really. those bikes were not designed as a two-up travelling platforms in my opinion. 4. Subframe in 690/701 is basically a plastic fuel tank. Again, as stated above, off road travel with a passenger would probably be an issue for the holding points. I do not feel like I have helped you, but if your passenger knows the comfort of travelling on the mighty GS, then 701 would be a disaster in comparison ;) Cheers!
Dualsport and passenger isn't a good combination. T7 sucks with passenger also. If you want passenger get a Tiger 900 or maybe the new Honda/Suzuki. Skip the passenger and ride 701..? Or stay on 2 bikes. I'm considering switching my T7 for a 701, the T7 is only good on fast pace anyway, i hate it for slow cruising
Hey there and thank you for the question! I would say this: - at first you definitely can feel the difference in vibrations level between crf250 and 701, then you get used to it. - When riding longer stretches of highway the vibrations were causing discomfort for hands and arms, so I have installed the factory made Progressive Handlebar Damping System (PHDS, KTM catalogue part number SXS07125200) and now I am super happy with even full day, 700km long riding. Yes, you will feel the engine, but not in a tiring way. And the vibrations has been reduced a lot for 2019- models. I have no experience with older 690/701 bikes. Cheers!
Can you point me to the crash bars please? Not sure I like them, more tempted by the oem rad guards as seen in the promo of the 2023 model. But I want to give them a good look
Very interesting video! Thanks for sharing. I own an 1190 S KTM ADV and some times I am tempted to look for a big bore monocilinder as second Bike, for some on-off use. I was looking for KTM-Husky 700 (I had in the past the SMR510 2007, great fun bike) or an old Honda XR650R (hoped they were less priced nowadays but I found them to be not so distant from the 700). You did a great set up, Just one qestion, did you ever think to make your wheels tubeless?
Hey there and thank you for your comment. To be honest I have zero experience with making wheels tubeless, I know it is possible, but wouldn't it make wheels much heavier? And isn't a tube a better solution for off-road riding? As you can see I have more questions (with no clear answers;) than any experience. But it sounds like a great idea for the next video - I will do some research 🧐 Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie for Just off Road riding, tubes should be Better. For a 360° use that includes tarmac and fast roads and no hard off-road use, tubless should be more practical
Hej Amigo, o cenach modów zrobiłem inne video - ua-cam.com/video/4hQvtARp3AA/v-deo.html Póki co mam około 12 000 km nalotu, żadnych problemów technicznych ani pękających mocowań plastików. Zobaczymy, jak będzie dalej. Pozdro!
That's right. Fuel tank is quite small, just 13 liters. The low fuel indicator comes up at about 220km and I am adding about 10 liters then. So the fuel consumption in the city is about 4,5 liters / 100 km. So the total reach is about 280km on full tank. Here in Europe fuel station is every other corner, so not a real problem here. For trips in the wild you can do two things: additional fuel tank from Rade Garage or take a fuel bladder. I went with a fuel bladder as it didn't make sense to make permanent changes like Rade Garage when 95% of my riding is here in Europe.
Excellent, thank you. I have a KTM 890R which is a wonderful bike but with so many reported cam related issues as well as a few other things, I am reluctant to take it too far from home on extended trips and have been looking at the Suzuki DR650. However, after having a 95 hp engine, dropping down to 39hp, plus all the other upgrade mods to make it ride well, I'm not excited about the DR, except for it's legendary reliability. What I read about the Husk 701, seems to put the excitement back in. Would you take it RTWorld? Also, I am 171 cm and am concearned about the height, especially in stop and go traffic. Was that an issue for you? Thank you!
Hey there mate and thank you for the comment. 1. Would I take 701 RTW? No. I would rather take CRF300 Rally or T7 for RTW. Just to have peace of mind. 690/701 is a great bike, but I've heard too many stories about issues with that platform (even with hydraulic clutch being fixed now). 2. With 171 cm of hight you will definitely need a lowering kit as in stock form 701 was already very (very!) high for me with 180cm. With lowering kit you will loose some ground clearance, but without it you will have a bad time... 3. I also own 890AdvR now and obviously I am concerned with the camshaft-gate too... but owning 890 I would never go to DR, and 690/701 would also be a signifficant step down in comfort and long distance traveling. Now KTM confirmed they will cover all costs of potential cam-shaft issues, so I am sticking to it for sure. Best!
At 76 years old, I am finding the KTM 890R is getting a bit heavy so the much lighter weight of the 701 is attractive. And yes, I've lowered the, KTM so I would also definitely lower the 701.
@@bikerabbi 👍 First of all, I am sure you will not be disappointed with the engine, it has plenty of power. What you will probably want to take care about are the vibrations (and there are some ways to reduce it) and comfort (seat is terrible compared to 890). To make it long distance travelling ready you probably think of many other mods, but the good thing is - there are plenty of aftermarket parts for this platform, so only your imagination is the limit :) And thank you for inspiration, I am getting close to my 50ties and I hope to be riding for many more years as you are! :) Take care, mate.
@CykloGamonie Geesh - late 40's? Still wet behind the ears!! Stay in shape, ride safely, be good to people. and you'll be able to Ride 'til ya Rot! Thanks for the tips. Is it a simpler machine to maintain? My KTM 890AdvR has a lot of complicated things to maintain. I don't want to have to go to the DR650, but seems pretty simple to maintain...
Hey there @bikerabbi, thank you for the comment and your words of encouragement about riding a motorcycle for many more years ;) I also own 890AdvR and you made me think if maintaining 701 was simpler. Honestly, for sure I was more courageous and open to work on 701 than I am on 890. 890 is definitely more complex in terms of electronics, but on the other hand basic stuff like changing oil are basically the same. But I would agree, for more in depth works on 890 I am definitely looking for professional service.
Great video,great bike! One question bro...is it possible to achieve low consumption or for example 3L to 3,5 L /100km easy relax solo ride on the open flat nice asphalt road in 6 gear at....70 80 kmh constant trottle??
Hey Ivan and thank you for the comment. I would not believe in 3l / 100km, but 3,5 seems doable. The lowest I got was 3,8 but I was not going 70-80, it was more like 90-100. On average in city it takes around 4,2-4,3 with the fuel dongle installed. Cheers!
Hey There and thank you for the comment. PHDS (PROGRESSIVE HANDLEBAR DAMPING SYSTEM) is an OEM part (catalogue number: SXS07125200) that is available in three different degrees of hardness (soft, medium, hard). Quite easy to install if you have some basic tools and it made a significant difference in long distance riding fatigue. I am absolutely recommending it to anyone who rides on highways too. luggage attachment to the bike? Back straps of the bag are holding it to the rear rack (the black one from 3dmoto.pl) and down facing straps are attached to the Heel Plate Guard Luggage Bags Mounting Brackets - you can find many of those on AliExpress. Cheers!
I have a 790 adv R and want to shift to a husky 701 , do you advise me ? Thanks hhh We do a lot of off road trips Welcome to Morocco if you plan to visit us
oh, I would love to visit Marocco, it has been on my go-to-list for years! Thank you for your kind words :) In regards to 790 adv R vs 701... it's a tough call for me. I've never ridden 790, so I am unable to compare those bikes. But on paper, 701 is much simpler bike in terms of technologies involved, it is also lighter, but on the other hand single cylinder engine is much more agricultural than a twin. I also assume 790 is a bit more comfortable in long distance travelling. I would only recommend you to take a test ride and see it for yourself. I am sorry, I won't be able to help you with this one. All the best from Poland and, hopefully, see you in Marocco one day :)
I have 20,000 miles on it now. I replaced the chain and sprockets plus many tires, other then that it’s been solid. I’m installing a Brittania Lynx fairing this winter. Mines a 2017.
Hey Rick and thanks for you comment. It would probably be a pain, but luckily I do not have to move anything. I have a space between the bags (21brothers and tail-bag), so I am adding fuel with nothing being moved. I saw moskomoto reckless 80 has a hole in the base system, but you still need to move the top bag to access it - and yes, that could be annoying in the long run.
Zamówiłem ten deflektor Wunderlich'a i jestem zachwycony wagą, jakością i pomysłowością rozwiązania mocowania do szyby - warty był każdej złotówki. Wspomnij może kiedyś o nim na jakimś filmie to może ktoś też skorzysta. Dzięki!
Hej, dzięki za informację - faktycznie, ten deflector jest ze mną już ładnych parę lat, przekładam go z jednego motocykla na drugi, bo jest bardzo uniwersalny. Cieszę się, że jesteś zadowolony :)
Hey mate, I am sorry, but it would be hard for me to be helpful here. I am 180cm tall (6 feet?) and I am not able to put my feet flat on the ground. I got used to using just one foot while standing and that is the only way I am able to do it. Cheers!
Hey Daniel, thank you for the comment. Please share your experience with the Wagner Micro Ceramic - did you add it to your 701? 10% on top of 1,7l of oil? Since how long are you adding this to the engine? Thanks!
@@CykloGamonie I bought then Version 1ltr. Here you t only add 6 %. . I drive it already 2000km. The effect comes directly after filling it in the engine
A great review thank you. I am currently looking at the 701,690 and 700 es and wondered about the fuel dongle you added. I see in many videos the bike stalling in slow terrain (in fact the new KTM 690 Video shows the bike either going very fast or stopped!). I want to ride slow so how does the fuel dongle work? Did the bike need remapping ? Thank you.
Hey there and thank you for the comment! What you are describing is exactly the reason I have installed the fuel dongle. My 701 is 2021, so Euro5 model and it was stalling when going slowly off-road over obstacles (quite many times) and it wasn't running smoothly in the morning - just for the few minutes after starting the engine. I have installed the dongle and it basically fixed both issues - since I have the dongle, bike never stalled when going slowly and it is much smoother after starting the engine. Yes, fuel consumption increased a bit, as the fuel injector is providing a bit more richer mixture, but I wouldn't like to ride again without the dongle. Interesting fact is that @JohannesMotorcycleAdventures had different experience - he posted a video stating he did not feel any significant difference on his 701. After installing the dongle no special remapping is required - just please make sure to reset your ECU -> all you need to do is to start the bike and leave it running for 15 minutes. Here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/gnPzJ3I36oU/v-deo.html Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie Thank you very much, that is very helpful. I will now see where to get a fuel dongle here in Scotland. All the best and have a good winter!
Witam serdecznie! Świetny, opatrzony w bardzo przystępną wiedzę materiał! Mam się z zamiarem kupna Husky 701 lr na wyprawę do Maroka i później Kirgistan. Zauważyłem lokalizacje Wa-wa, czy jest możliwość spotkać się na żywo i porozmawiać o użytkowaniu motocykla? Pozdrawiam serdecznie
Hej Radko! Dzięki za komentarz i jasne, jeśli tylko będziesz chciał pogadać, to daj znać :) Zachęcam też do dołączenia do grupy 'KTM 690 / Husqvarna 701 Poland' na fb, sporo tam pozytywnie zakręconych :)
Oh man, I love this bike, I really think it'd be the perfect one for me. I would buy one in an heartbeat if only I didn't have one limitation: second passenger. I usually go for trips with my gf and she doesn't have her own bike (yet, working on it). How bad is riding in two on this bike really? 👀
Hey Danilo and thank you for your comment :) I have some bad news for you - I have removed the passenger footpegs from my 701 right away. Not because I never ride with passenger - on the contrary, I did sometimes took my kids as passengers to drop them to school. But I knew from the start, this bike would not be a good platform for 2 people. It is doable, but if you love your GF and you care for your relationship, do not think of 701 as a bike for both of you to travel on :) I am sorry! :) But if your GF is into bikes, maybe she could take the course, then get her CRF 250/300 (and she is going to love it!), get 701 yourself then. I've seen this and it looks awesome (ua-cam.com/video/-P6-NH0HZpo/v-deo.html or... ua-cam.com/video/dt53NKvUfaE/v-deo.html). Good luck, mate!
I have a ktm 690 and it’s been great fun. It’s been very reliable for me too although I do have to keep an eye on the oil level. It does seem to use some in between oil changes and I do my oil changes every 3000 miles. Have you noticed this with your Husky?
Great point, Mike! Yes, as mentioned in the video - after about the same milage as you mentioned (5k km = 3100 miles) I have added ~250ml of oil (8,5oz?), but nothing more was needed. Cheers!
Miałem podobną drogę. BMW F800GS->Yamaha WR250R-> KTM 690 Enduro. Potwierdzam tezy i uwagi poruszone ww. materiale. Polecam również jako następne opony 50/50 MOTOZ TRACTIONATOR ADVENTURE 90/90-21 oraz MOTOZ 140/80-18 Tractionator DESERT H/T. Nie do zdarcia dobrze sprawująca się w off i na asfalcie. Pozdrawiam
Cześć Rafal, very interesting video! Would you tell me your weight and height? I won't tell anyone. Promised!😊 I wonder if my 183cm and 87kg would fit for the 900mm seat hight of the 701? Thanks in Advance!
Cześć:) I am 180cm tall and I am a bit heavier than you. I have changed my shock spring to a stiffer one and now bike rides like on rails 👍 I believe you will be fine on 701 😃 Cheers!
Thanks for your quick reply! Could you share more information about the shock spring you have selected? I'm not sure if you have mentioned this in your modification overview...
Sure! I only did it recently and that is why it is not covered in this video. There are 3 springs offered by KTM/Husky for 701 shock: Soft 66 N/mm Medium 72 N/mm Hard 81N/mm I installed the Hard spring and it works great for me (also with luggage). Part number: 91010367
Thanks Rafal for sharing this information. My last question would be related to the seat. Are you satisfied with the original one, or have you been thinking about an alternative. How is the 701 seat compared with your former GS's?
oh, the seat :) this compared to my F850GS is a piece of wood. For short rides - no issue, but for a week-long trip I am adding a motorcycle seat cushion and it is still something to complain about. Husky offers a softer seat as accessory, but I've heard it only improves the experience for about 10%. I never tried the Seat Concepts, some people says it does the trick.
Hi, this bike sounds like my dream one. I still have one or more questions : - does it feel sometimes too heavy compared to the 250 you got ? I weight less than 70 kg for 1.80m, si I hope that it won't be a huge issue, especially with added luggages. I hope to be able to weely it with ease to bypass obstacles... By the way I believe that my absolute dream bike would be the same in 490cc - 125kg ! - Also, would you consider making a custom saddle for two persons with two highs, finalising the real double usage bike ? NB: I ride a 125cc before getting my licence. Isn't it a too big jump in tell if power, knowing that Street and highway riding is somehow needed at some point ? This bike looks just crazy awesome !!!
Honestly, I do not know why (maybe because of lower fuel tank?) 701 feels even lighter than 250 Rally. So do not worry about the weight at all. It is the same for 250 Rally and 701, but 701 still feels lighter in slow manoeuvres., obviously 250L is 144kg, so 10kg less than 701. I am not the one to answer about wheelies, but I saw that with 701 it is very easy to do :) From my point of view, 701 is not a bike for two people travelling comfortably. I might be wrong, but... I haven't seen too many cases like this. In regards to power - it is all up to you. You control the throttle and I know this bike can be as gentle as you want it to be. But if you will open the gas fast, it will respond vividly. And the traction control on Map #1 is for you to help manage this power. So... it depends on you and your skills. But I would definitely suggest to give it a test ride :) Thank you and best regards from already cold Poland!
Hej Krzysiek, w modelach od 2021 wysprzeglik już został poprawiony, a na modele (chyba)od 2018 jest oficjalna akcja serwisowa. Także problem rozwiązany. Pozdrowienia 👍
Hey BrotherSOB, thanks for the question. It's an interesting question - the lamps do not have any brand on the housing, I will need to look into the LEDs and see. I will let you know if I'd find anything interesting. Anyway - the next video is about the tower (3 positives, 3 negatives) and I will also show how they work in the dark. Stay tuned! Cheers!
i have ktm excf 250, my impression is just like riding a jack hammer. the vibration is more than you can handle. engine sound is so noisy, engine heat burn my thigh. but so many people like this bike, it doesnt make sens for me
Hey mate! Thank you for the comment and let me tell you I watched your videos before 😁 your video made for Johannes about a year ago was also an inspiration for my list of mods (including the net on the back!). Thank you for dropping by and I am looking forward to seeing your next videos! Cheers.
@@CykloGamonie Thats awesome, thank you! :) Yes I work on some Video about the bigger Water Pump for the 701 and if its good, I even organized some thermal Camera for it to see the Differences. Stay tuned. I will also wIt for more Content from your Side 👍🏻
This video has come at a perfect time for me I just sold my Honda crf300l for the same reasons as you and have ordered a new Husqvarna 701 enduro, now I know I made the right decision
Thank you for your comment, Jack! I am happy it came up in the right moment for you :)
I am sure you will enjoy your 701 a lot as this bike is really something! Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie the Husqvarna 701 was taking too long to arrive so I picked up a one month old KTM 690 Enduro R same bike just different colour
Just as you said - same bike, different colour. Same story with GasGas ES 700.
KTM has a but larger fuel tank than 701, I guess, about half a litr.
There is a great series on MCN about 690 Enduro R, here's the link to the first of the three already published: ua-cam.com/video/gXNDUwfdBCA/v-deo.html
Same bike, but he 701 rules! 😊
Sir, I’m very tempted by the Rally kit from Belgium. May I please ask ?
(i) How easy was it to fit ? Some of my spanner skills are very rusty !
(ii) Does it get damaged when you crash ?
(iii) Does it add weight to the bike ?
warmest regards
Sir, you express yourself very clearly. eloquently
Many thanks for watching my videos and all of your comments - much appreciated. After winter hiatus, more content is coming soon - we are just back from Morocco trip :)
@@CykloGamonieLooking forward to seeing that !
(I’ve been to Morocco on an organised trip , KTM 450EXC but haven’t taken my own bikes yet)
It's a Unicorn! Great that you use that bike virtually every day in all conditions. A true old school biker.
Hey there and thank you for the comment.
Actually, I am riding in _almost_ all conditions, except for winter - here in Poland it's getting a bit too cold and too slippery to be riding. But other than that - yes, this is my only vehicle (as I say that the car belongs to my wife! ;) )
Take care, Keyboard Dancers!
Thank you very much for this summary and all the information. You helped me a lot to find the right decision. The 701 will be the second motorcycle side by side to my Africa Twin - I think. Best regards from the Southwest of Germany. Jörg
Thank you, Jörg!
Another update after 2 years and 19k km should happen in September, so please stay tuned.
Cheers!
Trafiłem na ten film przypadkowo, to ostatni argument do zakupu 690 KTM . Wielkie dzięki.
Dzięki :) to 690/701 to doskonały sprzęt, będziesz miał mnóstwo frajdy (i sporo rozterek w zakresie modyfikacji ;) )
I po długich rozterkach 890 czy 690 podjąłem decyzję. Idę taką drogą jak Ty
Będzie 690 KTM Enduro R.
Mam dwa pytania.
Czy ten hiszpański wynalazek paliwowy naprawdę zmniejszył skłonność do gaśnięcia moto na niskich obrotach. Średnio to lubię w tym moto.
Czy zmiana wydechu też w tym pomaga Czy tylko jest głośniej?
@@kemirsz sorry za późną odpowiedź ale byłem trochę wyjęty z rzeczywistości. Jeśli chodzi o fuel dongle to są bardzo różne opinie. Z moich doświadczeń wynika że przy standardowym wydechu fuel dongle pomaga ale trzeba liczyć się ze wzrostem zużycia paliwa. Jeśli jednak zmienisz układ wydechowy, a zwłaszcza końcówkę wydechu, wtedy fuel dongle nie jest już potrzebny. Tylko wtedy wiadomo będzie trochę głośniej niż z fabrycznym wydechem, ale prawda jest też taka że fabryczny wydech bardzo ale to bardzo się grzeje.
Bardzo dziękuje. Bardzo mi pomogłeś, jestem Tobie niezmiernie wdzięczny. Wiem, że podjąłem najlepszą dla mnie decyzję, a Ty w dużym stopniu do tego się przyczyniłeś. Pozdrawiam serdecznie Mirek
14.09 odbieram maszynę.
Found your channel by this video. I’m going to switch form dr650se with adv mods, to 701, so your information is very useful.
Thanks Николай! All the best from Poland. Cheers!
Thank you for this great video. I'm currently in the process of replacing my Tuareg with a 701 I plan to adventurize with a Rade Garage tower and cruise control. Your video further reenforces my decision to go with the lighter 701. Thanks.
Hey mate and thank you for the comment.
Interestingly, I am considering some sort of 501/701 once again... it is truly an awesome machine.
One reflection: if I was to do the build for me once more, I would strongly consider Adventure Spec fairing instead of my rally tower. It is much simpler and lighter solution for a bit of wind protection and having navigation in the sight area. Just a thought to share :)
Best!
Great video Raphael thanks very much 👍 I really love my 2023 701 too for all the reasons you mentioned too 👍😃 best wishes Karl in Oz
Thank you, Karl 😊 enjoy your time on 701 👍
@@CykloGamonie you too 👍😊
Nice video! Thank you. I have the 2020 LR version with 80HP, great balls of fire 🔥 😊❤
Good choice! :) 80HP? I assume there were some nice mods involved?
and thank you for the comment.
@@CykloGamonie Yes; air filter, CAT removal, exhaust muffler changed, mapping reprogrammed,... and put on a power bench test to check. Take care!
@@PeterR0035 To gain 8HP? Takes way more than what you describe.
8HP would be a huge gain and would involve a lot of money.
3HP would be huge.
This is like the DR650 guys who cut their airbox up, put on a loud muffler, and claim a huge power gain.
Thats probaply the best review on this bike!Many thanks!I'm waiting on mine!Subscribed!
Thanks for the sub! and for the comment too - it is really motivating to record the next one :) Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie What inserts did you choose for the phds?Thanks
I have the ones that came preassembled - yellow / medium. And for highway riding on factory TKC80's - those are working great.
Rafał, świetny film. Na prawdę super. I idealnie wpasowałeś się z czasem, wrzucając go w momencie gdy właśnie rozstaję się z moim KTM 950 Adventure S. 950 to niesamowity motocykl, spełnienie moich marzeń. Ogrom mocy, niesamowite zawieszenie, prowadzenie, dźwięk. To jak ten ponad 240kg mastodont, gładko leci pełnym ogniem w poprzek zaoranego pola, to jest bajka.
Pomimo niebywałej przyjemności z jazdy 950ką, ciężar i wysokość zawieszenia wersji S, dla mnie są dokuczliwe, pomimo że mam długie nogi, czasem braknie podpory w terenie, a wtedy lepiej go położyć i sprawnie uciec, niż próbować utrzymać pion i dać się nakryć. Nauczyłem się już żyć z ciężarem i wysokością przez wyczucie sprzętu i balans, ale czasem i to nie wystarczy. Gdy zdarza się kilka razy pod rząd podnieść tego kłoca, odczucia są równoważne ze zbliżającym się zgonem przez zawał serca, krwotok w mózgu i pękające płuca podczas udziału w zawodach z martwego ciągu 😁
Dlatego już rok temu zastanawiałem się nad zmianą na T7, świat zwiariowal na punkcie tego motocykla, a akcja reklamowa filmików z Taresem spisała się perfekcyjnie 😉
I rok temu prawie zrobił bym przesiadkę na T7, ale przez pewne kwestie musiałem poczekać. I okazuje się, że wyszło mi to na plus, ponieważ w w sierpniu wziąłem na jazdę próbną 701 z salonu MotocykleLublin. Pojeździłem nią kilka godzin, w terenie, na trasie szybkiego ruchu, więc mogłem już wyczuć co i jak. Po tych kilku godzinach stwierdziłem, że pomimo fajnej jazdy, super mocy i mega zawieszenia, 50tyś PLN za taką kosiarkę w jednym garze, to trochę dużo i T7 będzie bardziej uniwersalna, poza tym jak smacznie wygląda T7 😉🤩
Ale parę tygodni temu, miałem okazję pierwszy raz przejechać się T7..... i miłość prysła. T7 to świetny motocykl, ale przesiadka z mojego KTMa na T7 była by akcją w stylu, "zamienił stryjek, siekierkę na kijek". Wagowo bardzo podobnie, ciężko, wysokość siedzenia na plus, bo niżej i można się podeprzeć, ale jednak waga ponad 200kg daje się odczuć w przechyle. Mocy odczuwalnie sporo mniej. Zawieszeniowo, może nie dramat, ale różnica ogromną, przez co i prowadzenie w terenie sporo gorsze. Czyli podsumowując, od wirtualnej platonicznej miłości, po bliższym poznaniu, T7 z bliska okazała się być dużo mniej atrakcyjna niż ja internety piszą 😉
Stąd moja decyzja o zakupie 701, mega poręczność, niska waga, najniższa w tym przedziale pojemności, w opór mocy w stosunku do wagi, no i wisienka na torcie, mega zawieszenie, które znam z KTMa.
Naogladałem się filmików i różnych komentarzy i trochę byłem przerażony, głównie przez MikeKomandosa 😁 który psioczy na 690 i wyszukuje ogrom defektów, ale pomyślałem sobie, że ja nie będę tego motocykla tak orał jak On.
A dzięki Tobie i temu filmowi już całkiem jestem spokojny i wiem, że nie warto bać się tego motocykla, bo będzie dla mnie idealny, T7 może się chować w cieniu 😉
Świetna robota, dzięki Rafał 👍👍👍
Elferyk, nawet nie wiesz, jaką radochę sprawił mi Twój komentarz! :)
Bardzo Ci dziękuję, bo dotarło do mnie, że jednak warto robić te filmiki, mimo tego, jak dużo jest bardzo podobnych treści na UA-cam. Bardzo mi miło i jeszcze raz dzięki. Cieszę się, jeśli mogłem pomóc.
Przyznam Ci, że ja też dość długo czaiłem się do T7. Nawet wziąłem ją na 2 dni na jazdę testową z Yamahy, ale... nie zakochałem się. Nie była tak poręczna, jak moja CRF 250 (wiadomo!), a ten wysoki środek ciężkości nawet mnie raz pokonał... Wiedziałem też, że jak będę się na niej wywracał, to wcześniej czy później będę miał kłopot z wahaczem z uwagi na dziwny montaż wydechu (a w najgorszym wypadku - z ramą!). Jedyne, co mnie korciło, to niezawodność tej konstrukcji, na długie trasy to duży komfort dla psychiki. Gdybym, czysto teoretycznie, miał jechać jutro do Magadanu, to chyba jednak przeprosiłbym się z T7.
Ale nie jadę do Magadanu. Jak wybieramy się w dalsze regiony świata, to (poza Kirgistanem) wynajmowaliśmy motocykle na miejscu. Zatem mój motocykl z założenia ma służyć do codziennej jazdy, mam mieć ochotę pojeździć nim w weekend po okolicznych dziurach oraz raz do roku ma być gotowy na wycieczkę typu Bałkany czy, może w 2023, TET w Norwegii.
A do tego 701 jest o wiele, wiele, wiele lepszym narzędziem dla mnie niż T7 czy Tuareg. Nowy Transalp waży więcej niż T7 i bardziej jest na wycieczki w Alpy niż do czochrania po polach.
Jeszcze kusi mnie myśl o 890 Adventure R, ale to znów 200kg+... może kiedyś, jak dorosnę :)
Dzięki raz jeszcze i daj proszę znać, jak tam Twoje wrażenia po przesiadce z 950 na 701! :)
Wings exhaust I love mine! I installed the quiet kit ( had to pay a little more for it) but man I love it!
Hey there and thank you for the comment. I also enjoy my Wings with full silence kit now, yet it still lets the bike's engine work smoother and shows character in the sound area too 👍
I made an attempt to secure a 701 LR (long range) only to find out they had been discontinued for reasons unknown. THX for sharing your build! I love the trellis frame and proven LC3 power plant.
Correction LC4
LR is still being offered as a accessory pack, search for: Additional fuel tank kit
Ref: 27007994344
for sure, it is expensive.... 1,8K GBP here:
www.thektmcentre.co.uk/shop/fitment/husqvarna/2022/supermoto-2022/701-supermoto-supermoto-2022/additional-fuel-tank-kit-27007994344/
Cheers!
EU rules...they wondered why we voted to Leave? Fuel evaporation didn't pass Euro5 emissions...nuts!
Thank you for your review! It's very informative and helpfull! At the moment I have a 2012 BMW 1200 GSA mainly for road use and a 2015 Honda CRF250L for offroad.... I am currently looking for one bike to "replace" them. The 701 looks like a solid contender! Greetings from the Netherlands!
Hey Ingo and thank you for the comment 🙏
I am happy you have found this video useful.
If your plan is similar to mine (reduce the number of bikes to one), then 690/701 sits quite nicely right between CRF and GS. It won't be as comfortable in touring as GS, but it will be much more powerful than CRF and will bring a lot of joy off pavement.
All the best from Poland 👋
yups ive the same bike rudy poa advice me to take this bike ..and afther 30 years of riding bikes ..this 701 husky can still make me scared if i open the throtle full .. and thats wht we looking 4 in a bike ...cheers
Dude this was a grand vid. 6 months in in on a 690. Lot of info look forward to more content from you cheers
Thanks John!
Some more new content coming up soon 😎
I had my heart set on the T7… but after this video now I’m doing an bit more thinking….
Great video👌
Thanks! :)
I still believe T7 is a great bike and if you are doing more highway and long distance road riding than I do (a few times a year), then I would still consider a twin engine for comfort.
But if I were to buy a twin today and I would be tempted by 901 Expedition - superb engine, low center of gravity, amazing suspension, really useful electronics and it's off-road capabilities are undeniable. Good looking bike too! Have you considered a test ride with 901? :)
A good review of the sensible modifications that you have carried out😉👍👍
Thanks 👍 :)
It's really one of the best videos about 701. Thank you!
Thank you for your comment, I am glad you liked it :)
I had a GS650, F800GS, another F800GS, a 1200 Adventure 2012 and finally a 1200 Adventure 2015. Once the last BMW, I took into account that they were amazing, but they penalized me in weight, as I love the most to be off road or bad roads. Many times I had to get some help to lift my bike again. Nowadays I own a Yamaha XTZ250 2012, and really now I become confident in going anywhere. It is a small bike, but I love the weight, and most important, I am not afraid of falling. For the near future, I will keep my old XTZ, but I would like to get a powerful bike, but not exceeding 160kg wet! I was thinking in the KTM 690 enduro R and in the Husky 701. This last is tubeless that is important for me. Any bike that can keep 120 k/h it is more than enough for me, and I hope in the near future, I will choose the Husky. Strong, powerful, trustable, and reliable to make my own roads. I hope I will choose the right stuff. Regards from Punta del Este-Uruguay.
Hey Mario and thank you for your comment - I loved your motorcycle journey!
One important information: both 690 Enduro R and Husky 701 have tubes - so no tubeless from the factory.
All the best!
10:16 These ARE BarkBusters, just with OEM plastics. BB makes them for KTM to sell as their own part. You can buy BB plastics and they will fit just fine, since the hardware is just stock BarkBusters.
that is a super cool hint, thank you! I didn't know that :)
Very helpful review, thanks for taking the time.
🙏 thanks :)
Nice video with good mods. I have a 701 LR with some mods too. For the missing neutral there should be the option for a stronger spring in the gearbox.
I have not tried it myself - but found this on ADVrider forum.
Greetings from the sunny north of Germany
Thanks for your comment and for the tip regarding Neutral! :)
All the best from sunny Warsaw, too.
keep up making great video! perfect way to tell about bike
Thank you! :)
I've been thinking about the 701 for years now. I've watched people have lots of fun with supermoto wheelsets. Take it with soft bags all over the eurasian continent. And have no trouble lifting it back upright after taking a spill on a tight single track.
Thank you for the comment and if it is possible for you - take a test ride with 701, 690 Enduro R or GasGas 700. There a great new video by BigRockMoto that could be helpful for you as well: ua-cam.com/video/nnwBSqu53QU/v-deo.html Cheers!
Great review. I have a new 23 I’m putting the finishing touches on.
Thanks, Kelly! Have fun with it (and all of the mods opportunities ;)
Very useful review. Thanks
Glad you liked it! :)
Great mods, great review👍
Enjoy the new season!
Thank you 🙏😊 enjoy the season as well!
@@CykloGamonie don’t have the bike yet. Had a 10 year break only on 4 wheels☺️
I rode that bike from London to Cadiz. Handled it fine but the seat was a bit hard.
Thanks very much
Yes great bike covered everything stay safe Cheers
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!
thanks for the review, helped alot
Thanks! I am glad you found it useful. All the best!
Very useful review..Thank You!
Thanks! 🙏
Pomimo małej ilości kilometrów przejechanych uważam że bardzo dobry materiał zrobiłeś o motocyklu . 👍👏👏👏
Dzięki - sezon 2023 już otwarty, nawijanie kilometrów trwa - jeśli będzie o czym opowiedzieć przy 15k km, zrobię aktualizację. LwG!
@@CykloGamonie bardzo mnie interesuje akurat ten motocykl ale nie lubię oglądać materiałów jak ktoś czyta instrukcje obsługi a tu było godnie w Twoim materiale . Ja jeżdżę od 35-40 tyś km rocznie motocyklami . Wiec kto wie może kiedyś się skuszę . Poczekam na materiał jak będziesz miał 100 tyś km zrobione .
700km a day ! Wow ! Best wishes
Very clean tour bike 😊
😁 not always like that ->>> watch this: ua-cam.com/video/AlsrzuOOr6Y/v-deo.html ;)
Looks good. I'm on a 501, I just don't feel comfortable putting the high road miles on it. It's really just a dirt bike, whereas this is a solid motorcycle that is also at home off road. I wish knew someone to test ride one.
After 2 years and 20K km with 701 I can definitely confirm it is a solid motorcycle for both on and off road travel.
701 is a sibling of KTM 690 Enduro R and GasGas 700 ES, so maybe test rides on those would be possible near you?
Cheers!
I have 2024 ktm 690 enduro r , the same bike. Also, i have the same opinion, very good bike and a perfect compromize, also in off-road.
super ultra cool bike :) have a lot of fun with it!
*Your video and presentation style is superb*
I might be late into the conversation… but absolutely keep the loudest exhaust you are allowed to have by law!!! Loud = more presence while riding near cars!! Stay safe my man, i also dont like being loud, but when i see cars pulling away from me because of the loud exhaust, i think its worth it
Thanks for the tips!
Yes. 701 is long gone, now I am on 890AdvR with stock exhaust that is the most quite exhaust I think I ever had ;)
All the best from Poland!
Great video.
Thanks!
Then, regularly check inside the TripleClampMoto covers: dirt and stuff likes to accumulate there and rub heavily on the engine casing over time.
Great Review!
Glad you enjoyed it :)
I own a (road legal red moto) CRF 450RX , which is powerful and fun on a MX track , but awful on tarmac (22km maybe 25km) max 😢) ..So I’ve bought one of these 701’s , to be able to complete more trails !
With the forks, try to install neoprene fork gaiters like Lyndon Postkitt did on his Basil Bike. Have them on my bikes and never had an issue with dirt going inside. Cheers!
Thanks for the tip, Dawid!
Very informative and well edited video!
Coming at you from Colorado here. For me the 701 is the perfect bike for riding to and exploring Colorado's many high country trails. Also, after years of riding twins and 4's, it has been fun rediscovering the simple essence of riding a motorcycle big singles have, although once the revs are up and the throttle is wound, this smooth and hard revving engine may as well be a twin!
I have done some of the same tweaks, particularly the fueling dongle O2 sensor delete, and AXP skid plate, which I also have on my KTM 300 XC. I think AXP makes some of the best skid plates on the market. Very interested in your side covers - are those replacement covers or do they fit over the stock ones? The big clutch cover looks especially vulnerable.
Hey there Craig, thank you for the kind comment and regards from Colorado :)
tripleclampmoto.com side engine covers are made from very similar material to AXP, obviously much thinner. And they just cover the stock ones. If you are riding rocky trails, then I would recommend to have it. Some say it brings the oil temperature a bit up, but after a year of riding in hot weather, I haven't observe fan coming on any often than usual.
Cheers!
To improve finding neutral, change to Motul V300 oil. That did it for me.
Hey there and thank you for the tip! Are you using 10W50 (same as Motorex)?
@@CykloGamonie MOTUL 300V FACTORY LINE OFF ROAD 5W40 - it's a game changer for me too (KTM 790 Adventure R)
Just had the idiot Service Manager at MCS Kilmarnock pour my Motul fully synthetic out, and replace it with Yama-lube, made by Venezuelan company, Citgo, now can't go down the box sitting static,without letting out the clutch slightly, going to have to dump that crap,I've got a good mind to bill them!
The 300's seem a little small so I am thinking about the DR650. Interesting setup.
Thanks, Ron!
I have never had any ride on DRZ, so I am unable to help, but Johannes here has much more experience and a lot of very informative videos: ua-cam.com/video/X8KE8D5yybE/v-deo.html
All the best!
Thank you for a nice review, i always loked the 701, but vibrations kept me off the fence as an only one bike setup. Now i have 3, a KLX250S, DR650SE and T700. Somehow i find the T7 least relaxing to drive, it's jerky and just wierd going slow and relaxed.
Ever miss the BMW 850?
Hey Johannes and thank you for the comment.
In regards to 701 vibrations - as you mentioned in another comment, newer 690/701 models have updated balance shaft + I also installed Progressive Handlebar Dumping System on my bike and I no longer complain about vibrations.
It is still far from comfy when riding long distances on pavement. Last weekend I took a 600km long ride (including 110km off-road and rest of that on pavement) and I came back home numb.
And those long stretches of highways are the only moment I think of my 850GS. Once I did 1509km on GS in one day (that wasn't wise, but I had the need...), I would never do that on 701 for sure.
Hello
Excellent video full of very useful information
I am about to buy my KTM 690 Enduro but I have not taken the step due to the information that exists regarding overheating.
Have you had any problems with the temperature of the motorcycle? Greetings from Colombia 🇨🇴
Thank you, Oscar!
The mayor heat source on 690/701 is the factory exhausted and yes, it gets so hot, you need to be careful not to touch it even in your gloves or not to leave anything on it (like your jacket for example).
Engine heat - I only felt it in the hot days when stopped on the traffic lights. When you are riding, it is never an issue.
Cheers from Poland 👋
Thank you for giving your point of view on that bike.
Really interesting.
And thank you for taking the time to put that video together.
Merci beaucoup ! 👌
I won't miss to look at your adventures!
But don't you think the fuel tank is a bit small for far destinations?
The Long Rang model might be needed? 🐪
Thanks for your kind comment, E D!
In regards to fuel capacity - yes, absolutely for long distance travelling LR version (or adding a fuel tank by Rade Garage) is much better.
My current rage is ~250km on average (+/- 20km depending on riding style). For me here in Europe that is enough. Definitely for my everyday kind of use.
If I would go to Kyrgyzstan again or to any other such remote area, I would make sure to take a fuel bladder with me (like Desert Fox or Giant Loop). And for those 2-3 weeks yearly, I believe that is a good solution. For all other days of riding in Europe, I do not carry additional weight of fuel and that is fine IMHO.
Thank you for subscribing too - a few more videos are in the pipeline :)
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie That makes sense. I will have a look at those bladders, thanks. Enjoy nice rides for 2023! 🎊
Great video 👍
🙏
The Rally footpegs from KTM / Husqvarna are just brilliant in terms of holding your feet. However, they aren't any lower than the stock ones...
Yes, exactly. But the Rade Garage footpegs are 15mm lower than stock ones.
Cheers!
Have a look at Big Rock Motos Ian with his review today of a modified late model 690. Big wrap on the bike. The CRF250/300s are dangerously underpowered for high speed roads.
Hey, thanks! I saw it yesterday and I left I comment that it's been a long time since I've heard Ian from BigRockMoto laughing so much out loud while riding a bike - so he must have had a lot of fun :)
Yes, beautiful bike , but did you check or even hear about AJP PR 7 ? It is a small Portuguese factory .....check it out.
Hey Istra70 and thank you for the comment!
Yes, I've heard about PR7 and I was considering it for a while, but here in Poland it isn't easy to get one, situation is even worse with parts. I subscribed to PR7 owners group here (59 members as of today, compared to 1.8K on 690/701 group) and I saw that those guys are facing too many challenges using their bikes here.
I needed something with a local dealer and fast access to spare parts. KTM/Husky wins here in Poland by far in that regard.
But I know PR7 is a great bike and I am hoping they will grow enough to be more present in Poland!
@@CykloGamonie Internet orders are 6 - 7 days across whole Europe for any kind of parts and goods..... Engine is old and proven , reliable Husqvarna - so they will have parts for the engine.
When I bought my brand new R1, I didn't want any dealer to touch it. Serviced it myself and single cylinder bikes are even simpler.
701 has very high compression ratio ( 13 : 1 , I think ) what is not the best considering longevity, reliability and consumption. Don't get me wrong, bike is fantastic ( bit heavy ) , but I still think AJP would be more reliable and more fuel efficient ( economical). Has already kind of rally tower, bigger thank, and it is a bit lighter bike.
I don't know price comparison.
701 is raw power, while AJP is more relaxing ( someone would even say boring ).
For new would be enduro / rally / adventure riders - the best is - try before you buy....
Still not convinced :)
Don't get me wrong - I love the concept of PR7, I watched all of the videos of Greg Villalobos about his AJP and from other owners too.
But it is not my perfect scenario to buy such a bike with basically no local dealership support. And I still read (not too many) posts on Polish PR7 group and guys are still facing quite many issues with their bikes... last few were about the tablet not charging/not working, and so on.
And it is more expensive than 701, not by much, but still.
Nice review, did you do the valve check yourself? Is it an easy job?
🙏
Valve checks only by authorized service. I am not brave enough to open up the engine;)
Hello and thank you for sharing your experiences.I plan change from my 390 ADV to another bike. The 701 is one of the bikes I'm thinking about. I was still worried about the durability of the motor in my usage conditions.
Are you still driving the 701, what other experiences have you had? What are the costs for the service?
And very importantly, it is allowed to drive off-road in Poland.
We have already been to Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, so we can also visit your country.
Best regards and always have fun with your husky.
Hey there Manuel and thank you for the comment!
I have just sold my 701 after a trouble free 2 years and 20k km. The only 2 reasons for selling my Husky were a necessity for a bit more highway capable bike and passenger accommodation (and I have switched to 890 Adv R). Costs of the service at every 10k km was ~250 Euro (including valve checks)
Riding off road is not allowed in Poland, this especially includes forrests. But there are plenty of legal offroad tracks like TET that you can travel without worrying about legal restrictions.
And I always recommend Polish TET, there are two new lines available, so plenty of kilometers for offroad adventure :)
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie Many thanks for the quick response. TET sounds really good. The important thing is not to get into trouble...
How do you cope with the higher weight of the KTM?
The new F900 GS is also not uninteresting when it comes to roadworthiness. But another 20 kilos heavier than the KTM.
Greetings
Manuel
TET in Poland is really nice, I especially like to new trail from center of the country to the Mazury Lake District. Highly recommended :)
Yes, 890R is heavier than 701 for sure, but you don't feel it that much on the move, I can only feel the difference in weight when moving the bike in the garage. Low center of gravity really helps.
All the best from Warsaw!
Nice bike and mods!
Thanks mate! I have sold my 701 some time ago and switched to 890AdvR, also great bike! :) Happy Holidays!
What Tail Bag do you have? I didn’t see that one at 21brothers site. On the Wings exhaust, I’m using the cone at the front and the middle size diffuser at the rear. It’s similar to stock sound except there’s some nice pop under acceleration. .
Hello and thank you for the question.
The tail bag is: Kappa AH203 - very useful for smaller items, capacity is 5l, extendable to 7l.
21brothers bag is this big red one, here: 18:20 ( 21brothers.eu/produkt/rogal-40l/ )
and about Wings - yes, that configuration was my 2nd favourite, right after just using the Silent Kit db-killer with spark arrestor, but without the cone.
I didn’t try the db killer spark arrestor. I was afraid it would be too restrictive and cut down the power.
What exhaust did you settle on ? I have the same issue, i like my exhausts not so loud but with some character in them.
Hey there and thank you for the question.
So I've spent the whole 2023 season with the Wings exhaust with full silent kit, as I do not like to make too much noise. And there are three benefits and one downside:
Benefits are: less weight, less heat and engine works smoothly from the very low rpm
downside: when I was selling my 701 I went back to stock exhaust and I was surprised to see how much better the engine worked on high rpms. I didn't need to shift down as early as with Wings exhaust and overall I was impressed with the performance compared to Wings (again, Wings with full Silent Kit - as that is probably the key here).
So, would I buy Wings again after that experience of going back to stock? No, I wouldn't. I would accept the weight and heat. I would add a fuel dongle to improve the low rpm behaviour and stick to the stock exhaust.
I have tried Wings with all configurations of silent kit options and everything except full silent kit - it was far too loud for me.
I hope this helps.
What are your long term thoughts on the tower? Considering…
Hey there and thank you for the question.
It seems like a good idea for another video, as there are a few topics to talk about. Stay tuned!
Yes, the tower is an investment! I’m sitting on the fence, it’s not really necessary and is waay overpriced. you can pick some good led headlights, a gps mounting bracket and a screen for 1/10 of the price. Yet, it looks cool, and there are now several pretty and a little cheaper.
Thought you’d have put on a steering damper, ever thought about it?
Hey Vladimiro, thanks for the comment.
Believe me, I've tried not to invest in the tower.
To improve the light - I have bought the Cyclops LED - and it worked great (here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/NLcFcF_V-Zg/v-deo.html
I have also bought a higher GPS mount, but... it looked like crap :/
and finally, I tried to get myself some wind protection with puig windshield and this happened right away: ua-cam.com/video/ioznkjVeP-Y/v-deo.html this windshield was too close for offroad riding and I got hit in the helmet at less than 10km/h speed.
So it is important to move the windshield away from you...
and that all led me to buy the tower.
I also bought it in presales, I had quite a few challenges in installation, but overall - I still think it made the bike much more comfortable for my rides.
Steering dumper - honestly, I never felt a need for that... yet. Maybe it is because I am not riding fast, not pushing the bike too much. I dunno.
Take care!
@@CykloGamonie thanks for the videos. What gps mount did you try then?
it was something like this:
allegro.pl/oferta/poprzeczka-organizer-uchwyt-na-kierownice-motocykl-8690142319
I was able to move it close to the Puig windshield, but I was still not satisfied with the position of navigation screen.
and then I had this close encounter with the windshield, so I took both off the bike and bought the rally tower. Last year, for early adopters, the price was acceptable for me.
If I were to buy tower now I would still probably buy the same one. Rade Garage is +500 Euro - I like it, it probably provides more wind protection, but the price is too high for me. Not going to mention Aurora, Nomad or others ;)
Top bike..i have the same one
Greetings from the Alps Southtyrol
Willy
Hey Willy, thank you for the comment.
South Tyrol is my absolute favourite skiing area - I will be there this February with kids :)
All the best from Warsaw!
@@CykloGamonie
Suuper
So when u are here let me know
I show u my bike. Ok
Liebe Grüsse
Willy
Great video! I noticed two mods you didn't mention ;) The first is folded mirrors and the second is a little crash pad in the rear axis. I was checking your mods because I just bought 701 and I'm making it "adventure-ready". I did a couple of TETs last year on my KTM 350 but it's not long-distance friendly ;) Two questions - did you consider putting on the stickers on the plastics to mitigate scratches and did you think about shortening the tail somehow - I'm worried it can get damaged easily on the first fall.
Thank you deZmo for your comment! Good catch with the mods I missed. Yes, Doubletake mirrors are legendary for a reason, unbreakable. The two sliders on the swingarm are there to lift the bike up with a stand.
In regards to your questions:
- I used a tape to cover the plastics when I was using a reckless bag (Giantloop type of bag). I am considering adding a permanent 3M foil on the back where my luggage stays.
- i have left the tail as is, because if often saves my back from mud. I agree it does not look good and a tail tidy would be nicer, but I am afraid I would need to wash my riding jacket much more often ;)
Anyway, thank you again and please drop by again soon :) good luck with your TET adventures plan too. 👍
Did you ever consider using vibration dampers on the footpegs ? Not the rubber inlays but a rubber damper around the bold it is attached with.
Hey there and thank you for the comment!
Actually, no, I never found the foodpegs vibrations to be annoying, so nothing temping to change in that regard.
Hi Rafal, what kind of steering damper are you using? Where did you buy it? I'm in the process of buying the bike, and I'm putting the list of mods together :) Thanks a lot. Greetings from Slovakia!
Hey there Judoka80!
I did not get a steering damper, I only used KTM Progressive handlebar damping system (PHDS) to reduce vibrations of handlebar and mirrors. It also brought less fatigue for my arms and hands. Good stuff.
Good luck with your build! :) Cheers.
Hello, thank you for your video.I'm actually doubting between the t7 and the 701. In the present i have a xr650r for off-road trips and a gs1200 for daily ride. I would like to change for one only bike. People are telling me to go for the t7, but a little voice tell me that the t7 will not be the right bike for me, to linear, no personality, and as you say in your video, it depend of where do you live? In my case i have plenty of off road tracks around me, and i can be in Marroco in 2 hours... So maybe the 701 could be the bike? but i m a bit worried about a few things;
- The reliability of the engine in the long term? I don't want to rebuild the engine every 10-15 thousand kms...
- How is it to carry a passenger on this bike?
- Can the subframe support a lot of weight?
Thank you very much!
Hey there Edouard and thank you for the comment!
1. I wish I had only 2h to Morocco ;) I am watching Itchy Boots ride there now and it looks amazing.
2. Reliability of the 701 engine - to be honest my experience here is still limited, I have bought the bike as new and it has only about 12k km on the odometer. So far no issues.
This engine has a long history, I understand most of the issues have been solved and with right maintenance you can rely on it.
3. Passenger - I strongly believe the passenger foot pegs are there as a joke. Yes, for short commuting it could be used with passenger, but any longer travel would be an issue for both of you. But on the other hand, the T7 seat is no different, really. those bikes were not designed as a two-up travelling platforms in my opinion.
4. Subframe in 690/701 is basically a plastic fuel tank. Again, as stated above, off road travel with a passenger would probably be an issue for the holding points.
I do not feel like I have helped you, but if your passenger knows the comfort of travelling on the mighty GS, then 701 would be a disaster in comparison ;)
Cheers!
Dualsport and passenger isn't a good combination. T7 sucks with passenger also. If you want passenger get a Tiger 900 or maybe the new Honda/Suzuki.
Skip the passenger and ride 701..? Or stay on 2 bikes. I'm considering switching my T7 for a 701, the T7 is only good on fast pace anyway, i hate it for slow cruising
hi, how are the vibrations on the 701 in comparison with 250rally?
I have Honda atm, considering 690/701 to buy
Hey there and thank you for the question!
I would say this:
- at first you definitely can feel the difference in vibrations level between crf250 and 701, then you get used to it.
- When riding longer stretches of highway the vibrations were causing discomfort for hands and arms, so I have installed the factory made Progressive Handlebar Damping System (PHDS, KTM catalogue part number SXS07125200) and now I am super happy with even full day, 700km long riding. Yes, you will feel the engine, but not in a tiring way.
And the vibrations has been reduced a lot for 2019- models. I have no experience with older 690/701 bikes.
Cheers!
2017+ for 701 and 2019+ for 690 have the updated balance shaft
Can you point me to the crash bars please? Not sure I like them, more tempted by the oem rad guards as seen in the promo of the 2023 model. But I want to give them a good look
Sure, the KTM catalogue part number is: 76912968044C1
Just paste it in Google and you will find it. Cheers!
niedlugo a2 zaczne robic a juz mysle co kupic na kategorie A i huśka jak i ktm 690 sa narazie na topie mam nadzieje ze kiedys sie dorobie takiego moto
Kuba, trzymam kciuki 👍
Very interesting video! Thanks for sharing. I own an 1190 S KTM ADV and some times I am tempted to look for a big bore monocilinder as second Bike, for some on-off use. I was looking for KTM-Husky 700 (I had in the past the SMR510 2007, great fun bike) or an old Honda XR650R (hoped they were less priced nowadays but I found them to be not so distant from the 700). You did a great set up, Just one qestion, did you ever think to make your wheels tubeless?
Hey there and thank you for your comment.
To be honest I have zero experience with making wheels tubeless, I know it is possible, but wouldn't it make wheels much heavier? And isn't a tube a better solution for off-road riding?
As you can see I have more questions (with no clear answers;) than any experience.
But it sounds like a great idea for the next video - I will do some research 🧐
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie for Just off Road riding, tubes should be Better. For a 360° use that includes tarmac and fast roads and no hard off-road use, tubless should be more practical
Jak z cenami modów? Druga sprawa bo tam jeden narzeka na ten motor. Jak z pompą paliwa?, Plastikami?siedzeniem? Faktycznie pękają mocowania?
Hej Amigo, o cenach modów zrobiłem inne video - ua-cam.com/video/4hQvtARp3AA/v-deo.html
Póki co mam około 12 000 km nalotu, żadnych problemów technicznych ani pękających mocowań plastików. Zobaczymy, jak będzie dalej. Pozdro!
The fuel capacity seems not high. How do you handle this on trips?
That's right. Fuel tank is quite small, just 13 liters. The low fuel indicator comes up at about 220km and I am adding about 10 liters then. So the fuel consumption in the city is about 4,5 liters / 100 km. So the total reach is about 280km on full tank.
Here in Europe fuel station is every other corner, so not a real problem here.
For trips in the wild you can do two things: additional fuel tank from Rade Garage or take a fuel bladder. I went with a fuel bladder as it didn't make sense to make permanent changes like Rade Garage when 95% of my riding is here in Europe.
@@CykloGamonie Makes sense for your case.
Excellent, thank you. I have a KTM 890R which is a wonderful bike but with so many reported cam related issues as well as a few other things, I am reluctant to take it too far from home on extended trips and have been looking at the Suzuki DR650. However, after having a 95 hp engine, dropping down to 39hp, plus all the other upgrade mods to make it ride well, I'm not excited about the DR, except for it's legendary reliability. What I read about the Husk 701, seems to put the excitement back in. Would you take it RTWorld? Also, I am 171 cm and am concearned about the height, especially in stop and go traffic. Was that an issue for you? Thank you!
Hey there mate and thank you for the comment.
1. Would I take 701 RTW? No. I would rather take CRF300 Rally or T7 for RTW. Just to have peace of mind. 690/701 is a great bike, but I've heard too many stories about issues with that platform (even with hydraulic clutch being fixed now).
2. With 171 cm of hight you will definitely need a lowering kit as in stock form 701 was already very (very!) high for me with 180cm. With lowering kit you will loose some ground clearance, but without it you will have a bad time...
3. I also own 890AdvR now and obviously I am concerned with the camshaft-gate too... but owning 890 I would never go to DR, and 690/701 would also be a signifficant step down in comfort and long distance traveling.
Now KTM confirmed they will cover all costs of potential cam-shaft issues, so I am sticking to it for sure.
Best!
At 76 years old, I am finding the KTM 890R is getting a bit heavy so the much lighter weight of the 701 is attractive. And yes, I've lowered the, KTM so I would also definitely lower the 701.
@@bikerabbi 👍 First of all, I am sure you will not be disappointed with the engine, it has plenty of power. What you will probably want to take care about are the vibrations (and there are some ways to reduce it) and comfort (seat is terrible compared to 890). To make it long distance travelling ready you probably think of many other mods, but the good thing is - there are plenty of aftermarket parts for this platform, so only your imagination is the limit :)
And thank you for inspiration, I am getting close to my 50ties and I hope to be riding for many more years as you are! :)
Take care, mate.
@CykloGamonie Geesh - late 40's? Still wet behind the ears!! Stay in shape, ride safely, be good to people. and you'll be able to Ride 'til ya Rot! Thanks for the tips. Is it a simpler machine to maintain? My KTM 890AdvR has a lot of complicated things to maintain. I don't want to have to go to the DR650, but seems pretty simple to maintain...
Hey there @bikerabbi, thank you for the comment and your words of encouragement about riding a motorcycle for many more years ;)
I also own 890AdvR and you made me think if maintaining 701 was simpler. Honestly, for sure I was more courageous and open to work on 701 than I am on 890. 890 is definitely more complex in terms of electronics, but on the other hand basic stuff like changing oil are basically the same.
But I would agree, for more in depth works on 890 I am definitely looking for professional service.
Great video,great bike! One question bro...is it possible to achieve low consumption or for example 3L to 3,5 L /100km easy relax solo ride on the open flat nice asphalt road in 6 gear at....70 80 kmh constant trottle??
Hey Ivan and thank you for the comment.
I would not believe in 3l / 100km, but 3,5 seems doable. The lowest I got was 3,8 but I was not going 70-80, it was more like 90-100.
On average in city it takes around 4,2-4,3 with the fuel dongle installed.
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie thanks👌
Dobry film. Kolego, w takim zamkniętym integralnym kasku jeździsz tą huską? To jakby założyć kibel na głowę albo gumaki do gajera
Dzięki, Ostry. Szczerze mówiąc, mam różne kaski i nie zastanawiam się, który wygląda jak kibel na głowie. Mam inne priorytety. Pozdrawiam :)
Where did you get the bracket for holding the luggage after removing your passenger pigs.
Hey mate, you can find those on AliExpress, just do a search for 'KTM 690 Enduro heel guards'. There are many variations available.
What is the PHDS that you mentioned? How do you attach luggage to the bike? thanks
Hey There and thank you for the comment.
PHDS (PROGRESSIVE HANDLEBAR DAMPING SYSTEM) is an OEM part (catalogue number: SXS07125200) that is available in three different degrees of hardness (soft, medium, hard). Quite easy to install if you have some basic tools and it made a significant difference in long distance riding fatigue. I am absolutely recommending it to anyone who rides on highways too.
luggage attachment to the bike?
Back straps of the bag are holding it to the rear rack (the black one from 3dmoto.pl) and down facing straps are attached to the Heel Plate Guard Luggage Bags Mounting Brackets - you can find many of those on AliExpress.
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie thanks!
I have a 790 adv R and want to shift to a husky 701 , do you advise me ? Thanks hhh
We do a lot of off road trips
Welcome to Morocco if you plan to visit us
oh, I would love to visit Marocco, it has been on my go-to-list for years! Thank you for your kind words :)
In regards to 790 adv R vs 701... it's a tough call for me. I've never ridden 790, so I am unable to compare those bikes.
But on paper, 701 is much simpler bike in terms of technologies involved, it is also lighter, but on the other hand single cylinder engine is much more agricultural than a twin. I also assume 790 is a bit more comfortable in long distance travelling.
I would only recommend you to take a test ride and see it for yourself. I am sorry, I won't be able to help you with this one.
All the best from Poland and, hopefully, see you in Marocco one day :)
I just went from Portland to Tuktoyaktuk on my 701!
nice distance! :) How was 701 holding up?
I have 20,000 miles on it now. I replaced the chain and sprockets plus many tires, other then that it’s been solid. I’m installing a Brittania Lynx fairing this winter. Mines a 2017.
Isn't it a pain to keep moving the bag to fuel
Hey Rick and thanks for you comment.
It would probably be a pain, but luckily I do not have to move anything.
I have a space between the bags (21brothers and tail-bag), so I am adding fuel with nothing being moved.
I saw moskomoto reckless 80 has a hole in the base system, but you still need to move the top bag to access it - and yes, that could be annoying in the long run.
Zamówiłem ten deflektor Wunderlich'a i jestem zachwycony wagą, jakością i pomysłowością rozwiązania mocowania do szyby - warty był każdej złotówki. Wspomnij może kiedyś o nim na jakimś filmie to może ktoś też skorzysta. Dzięki!
Hej, dzięki za informację - faktycznie, ten deflector jest ze mną już ładnych parę lat, przekładam go z jednego motocykla na drugi, bo jest bardzo uniwersalny. Cieszę się, że jesteś zadowolony :)
Regarding height of the bike..I have a 32 inch inseam..will I be able to get both feet on the ground at a stop?
Hey mate, I am sorry, but it would be hard for me to be helpful here. I am 180cm tall (6 feet?) and I am not able to put my feet flat on the ground. I got used to using just one foot while standing and that is the only way I am able to do it. Cheers!
There is a simple solution for finding Neutral or the "Ghost gears" Add some "Wagner Micro Ceramic" to the Motoroil and itś all gone
Hey Daniel, thank you for the comment. Please share your experience with the Wagner Micro Ceramic - did you add it to your 701? 10% on top of 1,7l of oil? Since how long are you adding this to the engine?
Thanks!
@@CykloGamonie
I bought then Version 1ltr. Here you t only add 6 %. .
I drive it already 2000km. The effect comes directly after filling it in the engine
We’ll done. 😃
🙏 :)
A great review thank you. I am currently looking at the 701,690 and 700 es and wondered about the fuel dongle you added. I see in many videos the bike stalling in slow terrain (in fact the new KTM 690 Video shows the bike either going very fast or stopped!). I want to ride slow so how does the fuel dongle work? Did the bike need remapping ? Thank you.
Hey there and thank you for the comment!
What you are describing is exactly the reason I have installed the fuel dongle.
My 701 is 2021, so Euro5 model and it was stalling when going slowly off-road over obstacles (quite many times) and it wasn't running smoothly in the morning - just for the few minutes after starting the engine.
I have installed the dongle and it basically fixed both issues - since I have the dongle, bike never stalled when going slowly and it is much smoother after starting the engine. Yes, fuel consumption increased a bit, as the fuel injector is providing a bit more richer mixture, but I wouldn't like to ride again without the dongle.
Interesting fact is that @JohannesMotorcycleAdventures had different experience - he posted a video stating he did not feel any significant difference on his 701.
After installing the dongle no special remapping is required - just please make sure to reset your ECU -> all you need to do is to start the bike and leave it running for 15 minutes. Here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/gnPzJ3I36oU/v-deo.html
Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie Thank you very much, that is very helpful. I will now see where to get a fuel dongle here in Scotland. All the best and have a good winter!
My pleasure!
I have bought mine from www.fueldongle.es - you can also find them on ebay: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/284940294460 :)
@@CykloGamonie Thank you. I have now subscribed to your channel! All the best.
Forget all this dongles.... Go to Portugal and try AJP PR 7.
GOOD VIDEO
Thanks!
Witam serdecznie! Świetny, opatrzony w bardzo przystępną wiedzę materiał! Mam się z zamiarem kupna Husky 701 lr na wyprawę do Maroka i później Kirgistan. Zauważyłem lokalizacje Wa-wa, czy jest możliwość spotkać się na żywo i porozmawiać o użytkowaniu motocykla? Pozdrawiam serdecznie
Hej Radko! Dzięki za komentarz i jasne, jeśli tylko będziesz chciał pogadać, to daj znać :) Zachęcam też do dołączenia do grupy 'KTM 690 / Husqvarna 701 Poland' na fb, sporo tam pozytywnie zakręconych :)
Jak mogę odezwać się do Ciebie prywatnie?
Hej Radko - najlepiej byłoby przez wspomniane wyżej forum - tam mnie znajdziesz (Rafał K), odezwij się na priv i działamy. Pozdro.
Ewentualnie przez Instagram: rfk76
Oh man, I love this bike, I really think it'd be the perfect one for me.
I would buy one in an heartbeat if only I didn't have one limitation: second passenger.
I usually go for trips with my gf and she doesn't have her own bike (yet, working on it).
How bad is riding in two on this bike really? 👀
Hey Danilo and thank you for your comment :)
I have some bad news for you - I have removed the passenger footpegs from my 701 right away. Not because I never ride with passenger - on the contrary, I did sometimes took my kids as passengers to drop them to school.
But I knew from the start, this bike would not be a good platform for 2 people. It is doable, but if you love your GF and you care for your relationship, do not think of 701 as a bike for both of you to travel on :) I am sorry! :)
But if your GF is into bikes, maybe she could take the course, then get her CRF 250/300 (and she is going to love it!), get 701 yourself then. I've seen this and it looks awesome (ua-cam.com/video/-P6-NH0HZpo/v-deo.html or... ua-cam.com/video/dt53NKvUfaE/v-deo.html).
Good luck, mate!
I have a ktm 690 and it’s been great fun. It’s been very reliable for me too although I do have to keep an eye on the oil level. It does seem to use some in between oil changes and I do my oil changes every 3000 miles. Have you noticed this with your Husky?
Great point, Mike!
Yes, as mentioned in the video - after about the same milage as you mentioned (5k km = 3100 miles) I have added ~250ml of oil (8,5oz?), but nothing more was needed.
Cheers!
Question where did you get the additional windscreen-extension piece?
Hey, this is a Wunderlich Vario-Ergo 3D deflector and you will find a review on my other video. Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie Thx so much
Miałem podobną drogę. BMW F800GS->Yamaha WR250R-> KTM 690 Enduro. Potwierdzam tezy i uwagi poruszone ww. materiale. Polecam również jako następne opony 50/50 MOTOZ TRACTIONATOR ADVENTURE 90/90-21 oraz MOTOZ 140/80-18 Tractionator DESERT H/T. Nie do zdarcia dobrze sprawująca się w off i na asfalcie. Pozdrawiam
Dzięki za komentarz i rekomendację opon. Mam w garażu nowy set TKC80, ale przy kolejnej zmianie chętnie rozważę Motozy.
Cześć Rafal,
very interesting video!
Would you tell me your weight and height?
I won't tell anyone. Promised!😊
I wonder if my 183cm and 87kg would fit for the 900mm seat hight of the 701?
Thanks in Advance!
Cześć:)
I am 180cm tall and I am a bit heavier than you. I have changed my shock spring to a stiffer one and now bike rides like on rails 👍
I believe you will be fine on 701 😃 Cheers!
Thanks for your quick reply!
Could you share more information about the shock spring you have selected?
I'm not sure if you have mentioned this in your modification overview...
Sure!
I only did it recently and that is why it is not covered in this video.
There are 3 springs offered by KTM/Husky for 701 shock:
Soft 66 N/mm
Medium 72 N/mm
Hard 81N/mm
I installed the Hard spring and it works great for me (also with luggage). Part number: 91010367
Thanks Rafal for sharing this information. My last question would be related to the seat. Are you satisfied with the original one, or have you been thinking about an alternative. How is the 701 seat compared with your former GS's?
oh, the seat :) this compared to my F850GS is a piece of wood.
For short rides - no issue, but for a week-long trip I am adding a motorcycle seat cushion and it is still something to complain about.
Husky offers a softer seat as accessory, but I've heard it only improves the experience for about 10%. I never tried the Seat Concepts, some people says it does the trick.
Hi, this bike sounds like my dream one. I still have one or more questions :
- does it feel sometimes too heavy compared to the 250 you got ? I weight less than 70 kg for 1.80m, si I hope that it won't be a huge issue, especially with added luggages. I hope to be able to weely it with ease to bypass obstacles...
By the way I believe that my absolute dream bike would be the same in 490cc - 125kg !
- Also, would you consider making a custom saddle for two persons with two highs, finalising the real double usage bike ?
NB: I ride a 125cc before getting my licence. Isn't it a too big jump in tell if power, knowing that Street and highway riding is somehow needed at some point ?
This bike looks just crazy awesome !!!
Honestly, I do not know why (maybe because of lower fuel tank?) 701 feels even lighter than 250 Rally. So do not worry about the weight at all. It is the same for 250 Rally and 701, but 701 still feels lighter in slow manoeuvres., obviously 250L is 144kg, so 10kg less than 701.
I am not the one to answer about wheelies, but I saw that with 701 it is very easy to do :)
From my point of view, 701 is not a bike for two people travelling comfortably. I might be wrong, but... I haven't seen too many cases like this.
In regards to power - it is all up to you. You control the throttle and I know this bike can be as gentle as you want it to be. But if you will open the gas fast, it will respond vividly. And the traction control on Map #1 is for you to help manage this power. So... it depends on you and your skills. But I would definitely suggest to give it a test ride :)
Thank you and best regards from already cold Poland!
Nic o wysprzęgliku ?
Hej Krzysiek, w modelach od 2021 wysprzeglik już został poprawiony, a na modele (chyba)od 2018 jest oficjalna akcja serwisowa. Także problem rozwiązany. Pozdrowienia 👍
120kmh maybe 130 sounds amazing … ✅
what is the brand of the rally headlights?
Hey BrotherSOB, thanks for the question.
It's an interesting question - the lamps do not have any brand on the housing, I will need to look into the LEDs and see. I will let you know if I'd find anything interesting. Anyway - the next video is about the tower (3 positives, 3 negatives) and I will also show how they work in the dark.
Stay tuned! Cheers!
@@CykloGamonie thanks for the explanation bro
Did you have any problems with the ducdo at all .
ducdo? Please help me understand what ducdo is :)
Czy to jest zwykły deflektor od majfriendów?
a niestety nie - to jest deflektor Wunderlich - dość kosztowny, ale mam go od lat.
Poszukaj Wunderlich Vario Ergo Plus 3D. Pozdrowienia!
Dzięki za informację, bo sam szukam, właśnie mocowaniem trochę podobny, a jakością jakoś nie pasował mi na taką markową owiewkę :)
i have ktm excf 250, my impression is just like riding a jack hammer. the vibration is more than you can handle. engine sound is so noisy, engine heat burn my thigh.
but so many people like this bike, it doesnt make sens for me
oh, that is a very different breed of bike.
701 vs excf 250 is night and day. Not much to compare among those two.
All the best Catur Skak!
Nice Build! Maybe you can also find some Ideas for your 701 on my Channel as well. Cheers Mate :)
Hey mate! Thank you for the comment and let me tell you I watched your videos before 😁 your video made for Johannes about a year ago was also an inspiration for my list of mods (including the net on the back!).
Thank you for dropping by and I am looking forward to seeing your next videos! Cheers.
@@CykloGamonie Thats awesome, thank you! :) Yes I work on some Video about the bigger Water Pump for the 701 and if its good, I even organized some thermal Camera for it to see the Differences. Stay tuned. I will also wIt for more Content from your Side 👍🏻
I would be using an enduro helmet, not a road one.