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#Post#: 1796--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: QuantumParadise Date: September 25, 2014, 10:00 pm
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When is the show?
#Post#: 1798--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: 3Rrr Date: September 25, 2014, 11:06 pm
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5 days and counting.
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#Post#: 1918--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Rockitboy Date: October 8, 2014, 5:20 pm
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Ok, Im a bit late into the discussion but have to throw in my
2cents.. The Swiss army knife thing was perfect. There is
nothing the big bikes (GS & Adventure) can do that the 690 cant.
Its just a matter of comfort on the long hauls. I'm almost to
11k miles on my 14' this year so I've put on some miles. I dont
have the Rally Raid tanks & don't feel I've ever needed them. I
live in the USA & gas stations are everywhere. When I'm taking
a long ride (500 miles or so) I kinda wish I had an Adventure
for the windshield & big engine, but when I get to my
destination the 690 shines. I have rode some trails in Northern
Wisconsin that are so cool. If you don't ride trails or off road
much you should probably get the Adventure. Really the big
factor if this is gonna be your go to bike is you. Are you fit
or fat? Be brutally honest here because it takes something out
of you to ride a dirt bike without a windshield 500 miles in a
day. Some guys just cant do it.. I'm not picking on fat people,
I'm about 220 myself & the long rides are killer. You just gotta
know what you can handle. I think most who buy this bike are
like me.. If everyone is headed one way I go the other. If there
is a wide road & one that has grass growing on it.. well you
know, take the road less traveled. Thats what a 690 owner does.
....Braaaappp!
#Post#: 1921--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: SDMF_Reaps Date: October 9, 2014, 3:16 pm
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When I rode to the hills I had a hard time with fuel. If I
wouldn't have had my rally raid tanks I would have been in the
middle of the Standing Rock reservation looking for fuel. As it
was I had to go further than I wanted to because the station I
was planning no using was closed for the night. Pumps around
there don't have an option for using a credit card either.
#Post#: 1922--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Rockitboy Date: October 9, 2014, 3:59 pm
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Well yeah central SD is a wasteland with very few towns there.
I've rode west of the Missouri a couple times this year & don't
plan on going back. Rolling prairie for hundreds miles gets old
pretty quick. Im just saying with a little route planning the
stock 690's 150 mile range is plenty for most folks that ride in
the USA. I would definitely get the extra tanks if I was
planning an Alaska ride!
#Post#: 1923--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Bartlioni Date: October 9, 2014, 5:04 pm
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Now I'm jealous of the places you western-fried guys get to ride
out to. And 11000 miles on a 690 this year? I'm impressed and
I only weigh 195. I hope you've at least got the PHDS on your
bar. It made a big difference on vibration on my 690. But for
me I need three bikes for different mission parameters.
Consider the following applications:
1. Harley - Chick magnet for dirty old single guys like me.
Also suitable for full uniform events such as rides, bike night,
and first dates. Also a very passible touring bike with the
103ci counterbalanced engine. And yes, with enough liquid
inspiration I've taken scooter off-road many times. The only
catch: Never drop the Harley. If it looks like you're gonna
fall over then throw your body under it cuz those repair parts
are very pricey.
2. 690e - My general purpose hooligan bike suitable for chasing
deer, terrorizing the neighborhood, eating up some dirt, flying
across open fields, jumping over anything up to and including
school buses, and running from the cops.
3. 1290 Super Adventure - Long distance touring in supreme
comfort with all the techno-junk yo' mind can imagine. Nice
fast top end although they crippled it with 160hp while the
super duke gets 180hp with the same motor. That's only 10hp
more than the 1190 and so I may wind up with the little one when
it comes time to dole out the money. If I ever do make it out
to SD from Alabamy, then it will be this bike that takes me
there.
Be well - And remember: I'm out there!
#Post#: 1924--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: 3Rrr Date: October 9, 2014, 5:06 pm
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PHDS?
#Post#: 1925--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Bartlioni Date: October 9, 2014, 5:11 pm
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Progressive Handlebar Damping System - Rubber padded handlebar
clamps that dampen vibration as long as you order the green
elastomer inserts. It only comes with yellow ones which are too
stiff to be very effective. Check it out on KTM-Parts. KTM
PHDS.
#Post#: 1926--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Rockitboy Date: October 9, 2014, 5:17 pm
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Im looking at getting the Rox anti vibe handlebar risers. Anyone
know if you need extensions for the 2" rise? But no my miles
were all with stock bars & yes my fingers still tingle.. LOL
never drop the Harley!
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#Post#: 1927--------------------------------------------------
Re: So Many Bikes - So Little Time - A Tale of the Greatness of
the 690e
By: Bartlioni Date: October 9, 2014, 5:32 pm
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Correction: Never drop the Harley ma'an.
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