KTM 890 Adventure R 2000 mile review- the ADV Noobie opinion
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- Опубліковано 14 кві 2022
- I don't do facts and figures in this film- we can all read those! What I do is describe the feel of the bike, good things, less good things and whether it's right for a beginner. We all know this bike can be caned by off road experts, but what's it like for mortals like us?
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Really nice video :) But in my opinion the "background" music was too loud. We bikers don't need music anyways :) We have the engine for that! :D
Hi Daniel. Thanks so much for the feedback. I was in two minds about the music and wondered if it was more engaging with a sound track. Good point about the only music we need is an engine 😎👍. Future videos will be music negative.
i thought this channel would have hundreds of thousands of subscribers.
you are so underrated
Thanks TFAM- really kind words. I only started You Tubing a month ago. Thanks for watching and please share if you like what I am contributing.
I have a KTM 890 Adventure R. I took my suspension off and sent it to Moto Lab in Tennessee. The suspension was lowered 2”
and I still have plenty of ground Clearance. I myself am 5’ 11” and now I am flat foot on the 890. Makes a big difference when riding off road and you put your foot down and can feel real estate verses Air. I am very pleased with my suspension being lowered. I did have to cut the kick stand by 1.5” and my Center Stand by 2”. Love my 890 R. Thanks for the videos
Thanks for sharing your suspension mod David and thanks for watching. Touratech do a lowering kit was well- it costs quite a lot- funny how we buy a bike, then can spend almost the same again making it what we want! Perhaps we are being taken for fools :)
Excellent review, love the clarity looking forward to following you’re adventures
Thanks Tim. Won’t be able to do anything for a week or two as my GoPro got damaged and I’ve sent it back for a replacement.
Thanks for the video!
I started riding last year and my first bike was the Tenere 700. I recently sold it and am waiting to pick up an 890 Adventure R. Keep the videos coming :)
Nice! Bet your looking forward to that.
Great video I have just bought a 390 adv after selling my fz1s haven’t done any off road yet. But hopefully this summer. Big up us newbie’s 🤪👍
If you ever fancy a trip up north, let us know.
I’ve come off a crf 250 rally I used to find my feet. It had been over 30 years since I had rode a bike.
We’ve done the Welsh TET, Spain next
Nice. My mum lives in North Wales. Thanks for the offer. Been looking at the Balkans on Google Earth today. Relatively accessible. Have fun.
Thanks, Alex. Enjoying your videos. Regarding your traction control settings, have you settled on a particular number setting for most off-road conditions? Like you, I’ve played around, but mostly just find the generic road & off-road modes work brilliantly!
Hi Kim and thanks for watching. I've played around with all the settings and usually end up just using "off road" mode rather than rally settings. When I do play with rally, I usually set it at 6 as this seems to work best for the mix of terrain I ride ie mud, rock, stones and gravel. This is just my noobie point of view though and I'm sure there are others with more experience who can explain their rally settings.
Love the Chanel, I myself are new to adventure and just purchased a 890.
Any tips on suspension set up. I know it’s personal but a good starting point.
Looking forward to the next ones.
Hi Ian and thanks for watching. I’m no expert but have tried lots of different settings and also know lots of people who think the suspension is pretty firm. I ride mainly green lanes which is mud, gravel and lots of rock and stones. I set mine on off-road comfort settings and it feels good. See under the seat for these settings. The key is to get the rear suspension and pliable as possible. Also go for reduced tyre pressure of 28psi front and back though the manual says 26 is ok. Other people I’ve spoken to go even lower on the back but the worry then is the tyre bead slipping. Hope that helps.
Hi. That was a brilliant presentation and over view. Of the bike, settings and how it rides etc. I must say, for someone who started off road a few months ago, you are extremely competent. You had a 1290, now this 890 and, literally, you are a step ahead of me cos I’m thinking exactly as you did - swap to 1290 for the 890. I’m days away from deciding.
Did you say you were circa 5’8. Same. Interested why you chose the R not the S and I will definitely value your opinion. Thanks
Hi Mabs and thanks for watching and commenting. Yes, I'm 5'8" on a very good day and with boots on!! I never feel that competent but can feel I'm improving. I like to put a lot of practice in, especially on car parks and tarmac. I also reckon it takes several thousand miles to really get to feel comfortable with a bike.
I did 600 mile road trip over the last couple of days and the bike really impressed me- it's not the 1290, but it does the job well enough AND can go off-road. I also felt much less tired and achy after doing the journey on the 890. I'd done the same trip on the 1290 last year.
I chose the R as I knew I wanted to ride green lanes which can be very challenging, I'd ridden one for 48 hours at Sweet Lamb and on a more superficial level, I prefer the look and the image!
Hey Dralex didn’t know how to contact you so sorry bout this but just wanted to thank you for everything I’ve loved getting to know you and keep up the UA-cam ❤
I’ll find you on Snapchat mate.
How do you like the Mosko Moto panniers? Did you buy the offset pair? Are you planning a video about these? Thanks (I subscribed!)
Hi David and thanks for watching I love the panniers and yes, I plan to do a review on them if people are interested. Have fun.
@@advnoobie6061 Thanks for your reply. I have checked with people and can confirm people are interested :). What I would like to see is: how wide are the panniers with the new outback motortek pannier rack (you have the latest rack I see) and if it is possible to tie down / compress the exhaust side pannier to make it narrower and create your own "offset pair" (that is if you have 2 x 35...). Thanks
you should try a ADV enduro for 500 miles in the saddle 😅
I love your video but please drop the music but not the bike!
Haha. That has been consistent feedback and the music is already dropped for new videos. Thanks for watching.
Hey, what do you think about the suspension for on-road riding? Some people reported that it is to stiff on the road. I'm thinking about getting the bike but realistically drive 80% on the street because there no trails near me, so i will be forced to do a lot of on-road.
Really great question and I have an answer. I’ve played with the suspension a fair bit and even on standard KTM road settings it can be a bit harsh. Now, I keep it in a slightly stiffened off road comfort setting and it’s perfect for on and off road. I don’t race people and hate peer pressure and testosterone, but I’m usually at the quicker end when in a group of mates on road bikes! You can really hustle this bike and I love it. Even the TKC 80 tyres perform really well on road. Would
Probably be even better with some more Road focussed tyres. I’m tempted to get a second set of wheels and have different tyres, but money won’t allow that at the moment.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
@@advnoobie6061 Thank you for the fast and detailed answare!
Maybe I missed it but what "lowered" seat did you put on the bike?
Hi and thanks for watching. It was the KTM power parts low seat.
Trouble with off reading in the UK I’ve found is because its such a small country and its also bursting at the seams with people its hard to find a spot where no one else is you are never very far from another person, once we politically correctly fill the country up to the brim my advice is move to Spain its much better there for off reading or ultimately the USA your not frowned upon there
So true, but I guess I live here and can’t realistically move to Spain or the US, much as I’d like to 😎. We use what we have and make the most of it.
You mention you're going to ride an Africa Twin presumably with the Dave Thorpe School, I went on this 3 years ago and frankly it was disappointing they just didn't have the off road facility of say Sweet Lamb also the didn't stream the riders those with zero off-road experience were put with reasonably capable riders, on the other hand I cant speak highly enough of the BMW Off Road Skills set up run by Simon Pavey in Wales, having said that neither the Honda or the BMW can hold a candle to the 890r off-road.
Have you been in contact with Devon TRF its the best TRF group in the country and could furnish you with lots of help/routes they do a massive amount of work keeping the lanes open and Im sure they would value your support.
Thanks for the really detailed reply Tony. Yes, the Honda is with Dave. Thorpe and I feel a bit out off now, though the main reason for going is forty and get a friend of mine off road for the first time and it’s closer to home. Compromise by the sounds of it!
Great idea about contacting Devon TRF, though I do rather enjoy exploring on my own.
@@advnoobie6061 You dont have to ride with the TRF, the vast majority ride 250/450s although Im sure they must have members on larger stuff. They have an EMTB section, importantly you will have access to their massive bank of routes and also the National TRF Green Road Resource, and your membership would be a help to combat those who would see us relegated to sealed roads which is a very real threat at this moment.
@@tonylacey1361 thanks. I subscribe to Trailwise 2 for the maps and to help fun, but the TRF may be a better option.
How is this bike comparing to the previous 790 ADV R model? Thanks alot!!!
Hi Oscar and thanks for watching. I can't comment on the previous 790 version as I have not ridden it.
Try the Trans euro trail, it’s the perfect environment for this bike
Great suggestion and something I’ve been doing. Rode a 20 mile section tonight and it was brilliant. Took a detour around one super rocky and slippery downhill section with massive gullies though.
The French and Spanish TET are some of the best riding I’ve done worldwide, most trails in the U.K. are too muddy or knarley knowing what you know now having ridden a few miles off-road, would you stick with the TKC 80s or a slightly aggressive more trail
@@timshaw8187 I’ve done nothing but mud through the winter and it was muddy again today after lots of rain. I think the TKC 80 is a brilliant balance for on and off road and was strongly suggested by Sweet Lamb KTM.
Hi will here did you do your training that you mentioned? Tia
Hi JP. I did my training at Sweet Lamb KTM in West Wales. Just looking at your bio and it's interesting. I'm starting this channel based around riding, but plan to branch out into expedition planning, logistics and medicine/ advanced first. aid. I've written and delivered expedition medicine courses in jungle, desert, mountain and polar regions, so overland training is something I'm looking into
@@advnoobie6061 I can’t wait to see how your channel develops. I tuned in for the bike, but your presentation is excellent. Sounds like you have some great ideas and some skills and knowledge to share with all of us. Thanks for your efforts.
@@mattmustoe2369 thanks Matt and really appreciate your support and comments. I’m really enjoying putting this channel
Together, though it’s a constantly evolving work in progress.
How many miles do you have on the bike and has the bike given you any trouble
I hit 4000 miles today on the way back from the Adventure Bike Rider Festival. I’ve milestone.
No true issues. I e put in 250 mile of oil since the first service. New rear TKC 80 rear tyre at 3300 miles. No more loose bolts since I’ve been checking them regularly. Suspension is better on the softer side for all riding. The only downside I’ve found is long straight motorway journeys are not the most fun, especially with lots of luggage.
Backgroung.music is insane high, makes most of the video unawatchable...
Thanks so much for the Feedback Andre. I’ve learned my lesson and won’t be doing it again. I could re edit the film and repost.
I’ve only been You Tubing one month, so still learning- thanks, keep watching and I promise it don’t happen again :).
@@advnoobie6061 it may also be my speakers that made me impossible to listen your words. Please re edit the film since the footage is great and your insight is appreciated. keep up posting videos.
@@xau thanks. It seems to be a popular film so I will re edit and take the music out. Voice clarity should be pretty good as I use a lavelier microphone.
Really appreciate the feedback on how I can improve the films.
Excelente Maquina KTM 890 ADV !! Esta es la mia: ua-cam.com/video/gj81NDu8KGQ/v-deo.html
Thanks for this review but i think this ktm is a trash bike… chinese quality…. Better get a high quality product like a T7!
Hi Savard- thanks for watching and thanks for your well reasoned and nicely evidenced comment. Ride safe and have fun.
It’s assembled in Austria out of imported components. Much like most things, most companies will import components and assemble it. BMW GS frames are made in Thailand for example, and, importantly it’s WHO makes it, not where it’s made. I’ve had a heap of Chinese made iPhones, not one has broken.