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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: Rusty Shovel
Date: February 25, 2014, 5:46 pm
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> Rusty, where are you getting your Wings from?
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Check out this thread. I emailed Wings directly.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: SDMF_Reaps
Date: February 25, 2014, 7:31 pm
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No hyperlink in the above post. Although it's not hard to find
here
HTML http://690enduro.createaforum.com/airbox-pipes-and-programmers/alternative-to-akro/<br
/>is the thread Rusty was talking about.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: Rusty Shovel
Date: February 25, 2014, 11:13 pm
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Whoops ;D
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: CoLepo
Date: February 26, 2014, 10:58 pm
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Hello, I am very pleased with how smooth and responsive the
throttle is, sounds like the feeling is mutual here. I find the
seat to be a bit more tolerable than my friend's 2013 stock seat
and I swear my bike feels a little taller too. I'm sure this is
all in my head as they both share the same seat height specs. I
ordered some extras and I plan on getting through the first
service before adding any mods, there's that warranty thing too.
I would like to mention a small concern, for the third time now
in under 100 miles I have somehow managed to find neutral while
shifting from 3rd to 4th. The second time I experienced this I
had it in my head that I needed to be more aggressive when
shifting into the higher gears, when it happened the third time
I was scratching my head. I contacted KTM, USA and the
dealership to let them know about the concern. KTM told me to
put some more miles on the bike while shifting firmly. They also
mentioned that the dealership would be made aware of my concern
if it should happen again, in which case I need to take it in to
have it looked at. This is my first KTM so it could be that I
need to get a better feel for shifting the euro transmissions.
I'm truly digging this beast and I'll stand by it all the way.
Could be love
On Order; Akrapovic slip-on, KTM Evo 1 air box cover, UNI air
filter, Scott's steering stabilizer kit, Antigravity 8 cell
battery. In anticipation of getting the new 690 I also purchased
some KTM smc wheels for some city fun.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: SDMF_Reaps
Date: February 27, 2014, 8:00 pm
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I found neutral twice between 5 and 6 now.
It's a bit disconcerting to say the least. I hope it sorts out,
I haven't adjusted the shifter level yet. I was thinking maybe
that had something to do with it.
It's pretty crappy around here lately but I've still managed to
put on 90 miles it when the temp was nearing the 20's.
All I can say is I think this is the bike I've been looking for!
#Post#: 570--------------------------------------------------
Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: brian
Date: March 14, 2014, 12:01 am
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I put my first 50 some odd miles on my 690 today. it was frikkin
awesome... The bike handled well on the wet and sandy roads. i
am 6'5 290 and the bike seemed to have ample power. impressive
breaking power. 45 degrees .. this was the nicest day of the
year so far in MN.. looking forward to putting some miles on
mine. Congrats to all you other owners out there.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: Rokitt
Date: March 25, 2014, 7:57 pm
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I've had mine for a couple of weeks now. I have had many new
motorcycles over the years, this is soo far my second favorite.
My first was a 77 RD 400 i got as a kid.
I love it as a commuter. I havent been off road yet,its soo
clean i hate to get it dirty.
The powerband is soo addictive that i cant seem to stay out of
it. Effortless power wheelies in the first three gears. I love
the way it straightens your arms out when the revs climb !
This thing is gonna shread rear tires im sure. I'm even a little
concerned about my drivers license at this point :-)
When im not riding it ,I want to be. This bike was a great
purchase for me,no regrets at all.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: Rusty Shovel
Date: March 26, 2014, 7:43 am
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Yeah, I commute 60 miles a day on mine. Yes, it's hard on the
tires, but I LOVE commuting to and from work. It's my play
time! I'm gonna get some 17's in the fall.
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: truck11
Date: April 1, 2014, 8:46 pm
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Picked my 2014 up on March 21. Took it out that Sunday and put
137 miles on it (in 43 degree weather). WOW... what a quick
bike! Found false neutral between 5th & 6th more times that I
want to count. Also found it in a lower gear once or twice.
ABS - its growing on me and pretty cool. Learning curve for
sure.
Gobs of power! Seat was surprisingly comfy for a KTM.
Dislikes that I can live with (so far) - front brake line covers
speedometer display. Exhaust on the left side of the bike.
Need to look into - Gear shifter too short to fit motorcross
style boot comfortably
Can't wait for the steering damper and radiator guard to show
up!
~Julian
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Re: 2014 690 Enduro R -- First Impressions
DIR By: Rusty Shovel
Date: April 2, 2014, 2:59 am
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> front brake line covers speedometer display.
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I know, right? A small annoyance, but an annoyance nonetheless.
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