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New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: Streeter Date: September 23, 2015, 2:11 pm
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I just picked up a 2013 690 Enduro last night. So far, I've
noticed a couple of things. The muffler is very loud, an FMF
Q4. I'm hoping I can get a quiet insert or something for it.
It already has a skidplate and luggage rack, but I'll need to
get bark busters and radiator guards. It has a Touratech
seat on it, I'll have to put a few more miles on it to decide if
I like it or not. I'm also hoping to add some gas capacity,
I'm thinking about a 1 gallon Rotopax, mounted to the luggage
rack. The bike has about 11,000 miles so I guess I'll have
to check the valve clearances this winter. It has street
oriented tires on it now, so I'm thinking of either MT-21's or
Kenda big blocks.
Next spring I plan to sell my KLR 650 and my KLX 400 (DRZ 400)
and maybe even my 650 Versys.
I don't suppose anyone has any suggestions for me?
Paul Streeter
Minnesota
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Re: New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: LasVegas690 Date: September 24, 2015, 9:14 am
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Another gas option is the Rally Raid side mounted tank. It
allows you to have the gas w/o taking away storage on the rear
rack. If possible, find the stock muffler. It weighs a lot but
is quiet. Enjoy your 690!
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Re: New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: RiverRunner Date: September 24, 2015, 2:46 pm
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I'm pretty sure FMF had a quiet (relatively) insert for the Q4.
My wife and I don't find it too loud for our tastes, but does
have a bark if you get on it!
I love this bike and I hope you bond with your bike too! This
thing is stable and predictable - just a joy to ride. I
recommend the Scott's steering damper for mud and sand.
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Re: New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: Streeter Date: September 24, 2015, 4:24 pm
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Thanks, guys. I first have to determine if my FMF Q4 already
has a quiet insert or not. That Rally Raid tank looks great
but it's really expensive!
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Re: New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: Rockitboy Date: September 28, 2015, 4:13 pm
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Welcome to the 690 club! The stock muffler weighs 5 pounds more
then an FMF Q4 & gets very hot. Somethings to consider. The
Rally Raid tank also adds more weight & gives the bike a bulky
unplanned look IMHO. With a bit of planning your 3.2 gallons
should take you just about anywhere. Gas stations are all over
in the USA! I have gone 164 miles on 3 gallons with this bike.
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Re: New owner of a '13 model in Minnesota
By: Streeter Date: September 29, 2015, 9:47 am
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Yes, the 3.2 gallons will probably be enough in the US, but I do
take regular trips to Mexico and will need to carry extra gas.
Thanks
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