The 890 is replacing the 790.This has 21/18 wheels too? It does make you wonder whether the 790 is being dropped as they’re two almost identical bikes apart from a slight power and weight increase. KTM site only mentions the 2020 790.
Is that today's MCN?
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Well the news of the 890 certainly isn't generating any excitement here judging by the lack of response.
KTM have not improved it's rather, er, "challenging" looks, have they?
So much for being lightest in class. With a full tank it’s now nudging 220Kg. ...........
I also think a more road biased touring version is needed. KTM think everyone either wants a naked bike with bugger all weather protection and a 50 mile fuel range, or a massive adventure bike with large wheels.
I want a 1290 SMT, stick a 17" front on the 1290S, fit some pukka suspension, take travel from 200mm to about 170 and hey presto the worlds best sporty touring bike with loads of leg room for tall people like me, but a shade lower to suit a few more folk. Also ditch the high level pipes so we can have 2 decent sized panniers - who the fuck rides S Model 1290 Adventures across rivers?
Basically a 990 SMT chassis with the 1290 Engine for me, and a 990SMT chassis with the 890 Engine for Mrs Rasher.
KTM have not improved it's rather, er, "challenging" looks, have they?
I also think a more road biased touring version is needed. KTM think everyone either wants a naked bike with bugger all weather protection and a 50 mile fuel range, or a massive adventure bike with large wheels.
Norden 901 anyone ?
Glad I bought a 790 R a few weeks ago tbh