Can't decide..

[Dark Flow]

1300GSA with ATA or KTM1390 with ATA?
Had a test ride on a base 1300GS .
Quite surprised at the torque.
Currently on a H2sx but getting fed up with the suspension, notchy box and qs and constantly having to take the chain slack up.
Nice to feel a twin between the legs again.So to speak..

 

[GS TRV]

You must be a gambler if you’re thinking of a KTM.

 

[squibb34]

Are you sure you are ready for such a change of direction?

An RS would seem a more appropriate fit - arrival date for the 1300 hasn't been announced yet, but a test on a 1250 would give you a flavour. We may hear more at the EICMA Show shortly.

Incidentally, are you sure you're not obsessing over the chain issue on the H2SX - many riders run the chain far too tight on these, then wonder why the links wear prematurely or the output shaft bearing whines. Plenty of feedback available if you use the marque forum.