2020 KTM 390 Adventure Review | Worth The Wait! | BikeWale
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In this video, Vikrant Singh rides the KTM 390 Adventure both on and off the road to tell you what this 390 Duke-based adventure motorcycle has to offer. So, would you consider buying this over the BMW G310GS, or the Royal Enfield Himalayan, which offers a bigger engine? Plus, the Hero Xpulse 200 is an accessible adventure bike too. Watch this video to find out more.
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@flyingdutchman4you
4 жыл бұрын
Nice and good review, well done! As you said in Europe we get fully adjustable suspension front and rear, but NO quickshifter. What is more usable/beneficial of the two. In EU it is possible to get quickshifter as an option, is it worth to buy?
Finally, one video which is not overhyped but very calm and genuine content. Definitely underrated. Well made and thanks guys.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it, GoPro man. And we thank you for the Patla Betta video.What a beautiful showcase it was.
@annyarun
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial oh! You know the name already :) thank you
@akshay2652
4 жыл бұрын
Big fan @ Anny arun
Underrated channel, good quality review. Well done, Vikrant.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much :)
@royarnab22
4 жыл бұрын
I agree. Beautifully done Vikrant!
@gichanLive
4 жыл бұрын
Same here. There's no silly video effects. And not at all boring, because unlike most reviewers, he didn't list out the specs like reading from a brochure; only the details that matter are there. Only thing I'd change is the getting rid of the background music.
First decent ENGLISH review of the KTM mini adv, Thank you!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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you showed us how you fell....that's honesty.....respect!
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4 жыл бұрын
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Great work Vikrant sir. I am a big fan of powerdrift and zigwheels, but somehow I felt that this video is very simple and has actual usable info for potential buyers. Keep up the good work.
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4 жыл бұрын
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Got it about 2 months ago.....done 2500 kms....i tell you...power is more than enough....its crazy light n nimble ..so lovely to flick around..... does good at highway speeds....120kmph ish easily..... beautiful suspension n you can really put thru the trails..... not just good for new riders but I think a great weapon for experienced mature riders too.....compliments my other ride Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 perfectly (done 50k kms on it already) ..jus love it
perfect review.. lot of videos show only their fun activities and tour experiences.. this is completely about the bike.. good one!
Probably the best review on 390ADV so far.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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severely underrated channel and app.. I have been using the app for the past 2 years , simply awesome automotive platform .. hope to see more subscribers..
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4 жыл бұрын
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Great video. I'll also echo what someone else already said "Not overhyped". Too many videos about this bike, are just so over-the-top with their language and overly-dramatic music. I like yours much more. This is such an incredible bike. I rode an ADV-enhanced Suzuki DR650 through Mexico. In general, I loved riding the bike and it handled Mexico without any issues over any terrain. In basic specs, it's very similar to the KTM though being about 20lbs lighter and 3hp more. But this is a 390 vs a 650! And the electronics package is mind-blowing. The Suzuki hasn't changed since 1986. So the only electronics you have is the starter and lights! AND, the KTM is about $300 cheaper! You have to spend several thousand dollars to make a stock Suzuki DR650 really ADV-capable. With the KTM... Nothing really. Would love to see an 'R' version of the bike. I'm sure it's coming. I'm not going to bet the mileage rating is based on 70mph or 65mph with gear. So another gallon or two of gas. Spoked, tubeless rims. Higher end exhaust to give it another 10hp and drop 10 - 15lbs. Adjustable suspension would be nice. But it doesn't have to super-amazing. Just basic adjustment stuff. For maybe an extra $1500. That would be a damn fine, RTW motorcycle.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
What a fine comment! Thank you, sir.
The best presentation I have come across so far. Thank you.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir.
My first view on the channel and this was a Great presentation!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Oh yes, i missed to mention. what a class review. very professional review.
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4 жыл бұрын
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You guyss deserve more subscriber's trust me i have been using your app since a year now i just love the experience of it ... And haa please update your app with bs 6 bikes pics and upcoming bikes with bs6 i frequently check them to keep myself updated
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir. Appreciate it. Your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team.
Loved your calm review Feel so good while watching
Very Calm and Composed Video.. Soothing to eyes and ears,Thank you. Glad I am here after GoPro Man Recommendation..
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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Love your reviews. Keep the good work up.
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4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sudarsh!
three thumbs up, well put together review with NO nonsense and lovely and not disturbing music, thank you!
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4 жыл бұрын
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one of the best reviews I've ever watched. I am now more convinced of buying the bike. 👍
Thanks for the review. This is a great video. Subscribed. ✅
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you and you are awesome, Drew!
Clear, concise and to the point. Nice review!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Joel!
Finally some one is not screaming/shouting/yelling or doing lot of over action in reviews. Good Job guys. Very well presented unlike power drift fellows :)
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4 жыл бұрын
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Nice and good review, well done! As you said in Europe we get fully adjustable suspension front and rear, but NO quickshifter. What is more usable/beneficial of the two. In EU it is possible to get quickshifter as an option, is it worth to buy?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Finding the Others Yes, the quickshifter is quite handy. Handier I would say than adjustable suspension.
Tnks bro for this review! U got on the bike demonstrated riding position rather explaining it like many other reviewers!
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4 жыл бұрын
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The electronics are pretty cool. Cornering abs and traction control is awesome. Drawbacks for me are: high maintenance schedule, the wrong wheels and tire size, lack of long flat seat,and wrong engine. The running gear that is identical to the RC390. An adventure bike must have low end grunt- this isn’t that bike.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree!
Hi it's gowtham from coorg.. My height is 5.5 and I selected 2 bike.. One is benali 302r and second one is 390 adventure.. So can u suggest which one is gud and better... I am not worried for milage.. I just need a performance and bet sound of the bike that keeps my heart smile.. From every off my life pain.. Can u help me out Sir.!
Tell me when ninja 300 bs6 comes
Finally found someone who explains the ergonomics in detail. The most important for a bike.
@BikeWaleOfficial
3 жыл бұрын
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Very well presented video. As a 390 Adventure owner I can concur with most things you said, but not sure if the engine noise is something i would say is very loud- but i might be slightly biased- even though unintentionally 😉. For what it’s worth, this bike feels and rides very very smooth and has plenty of get up and go, once you are in 2nd gear and up and are in the higher rpm range of say 4500 and beyond. Ride comfort is also very good compared to the 2016 duke 200 which I also ride. Obviously these are 2 totally different bikes in every aspect, for those who consider upgrading- I personally can highly recommend the 390 Adventure. Best value for money for what you get. Ride safe always 👍
A clear genuine review ❣️ subscribed
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
Do you think we can retrofit the quick shifter and cornering abs on the 2017 duke 390
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
SID Siddarth I don’t think so.
Nice comprehensive review. After watching this video I am not too unhappy about buying an Himalayan a year back.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Himalayan is one of the most comfortable bikes we have ever ridden. Good choice there, Vijayendra. Keep riding!
@yaseenmohd39
4 жыл бұрын
Himalayan is the best budget touring/off-roading machine in the market. I would say, great choice!! 👍
Good review like always 👍
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Thats how professionals do the reviews
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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@sarangmhatre6493
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial yup
Awesome review 👌
Finally a review that is not overdramatic like others ( you know who ) Keep this format and you will earn more and more views from all around the world
@stanL9
4 жыл бұрын
I don't know who. Who ?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Really who? :P But thank you so much for the appreciation. We'll continue to bring such videos to hardcore motorcyclists like you.
@ShivamKumar-rn4mp
2 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial PD
@ShivamKumar-rn4mp
2 жыл бұрын
@@stanL9 PD , doing all foolish things
it will be great to see prateek sir doing off-roading on this bike the way he do on gs........btw all the best sir for gs trophy ...hope u make India proud
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
He plans to take the 390 ADV for a long ride post GS Trophy. Hope Vikrant gives him some additional leaves :P
@subhasishkarmakar6737
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial 😄😄😄😄I'll pray for him ...
Just wondering how was the quick shifter and the autoblipper?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
donny haryono Going yo the gears is seamless. Shifting down the box could do with a bit more finesse.
How capable off road is that in your opinion is it just fire roads are can you do some serious single track thanks for the video
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Allan! The 390 Adventure can do some decent amount of offroading. But if you are talking about hardcore off-roading, then you might be disappointed.
Waiting for the all Terran grand review soon .... BMW 310GS vs Kawasaki Versys 300x vs KTM ADV 390 vs RE Himalayan vs Hero Xpluse.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
We'll try to get that one soon to you.
I really enjoyed your video.
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4 жыл бұрын
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Excellent review
Very unbiased review !
Just a query... Do you think it's better to buy a Himalayan instead? It does well as a tourer and is great for off roading too.. Loved the review!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Sure. Himalayan can be abused more off-road. But it misses out on great highway touring speed. The 390 Adventure does highway touring quite well.
Excellent review!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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I liked your review. Did you review the Honda 450L?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
John Roth We don’t have that in our market.
Really nice explanation ❤️👍👍👍
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
I had just booked 390 Duke I had see the adventure. I like it but not I'm using activa 4g I'm upgrade to 390 I'm little bit confused now after see the 390 adventure and my height is 5.6 I can touch my one leg on ground other one is on air for a half feet what u suggest me to buy can tell me ?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
GPD vlogs Ride and see. You might be able to balance the weight on one leg.
@bikashchowdhury2117
4 жыл бұрын
Wait for avenger 400
Plz make z650 review
Subscribed cuz of Vikrant!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it, Sriram!
Awesome job done here😊
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4 жыл бұрын
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Subscribed bro❣️🏍️
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Pavan!
hi. Which place were you riding the bike, it looked beautiful
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sanjay Tripathi 19 degree north. Aamby.
Very fair review
Excellent
What hight is favourable for the 855 mm seat hight ?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
If you are 5.9ft and above, then the 390 Adventure should be easy for you.
You fell down so for us it will be very difficult to ride in rough and dirt track very very good review by an expert of the game Vikrant seat height is not ideal for an average Indian
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, Joy! We do thing it's a bit tall, but do take it for a long test ride. You might get used to it.
You deserve more views for the class review unlike power drift tryna focus on their camera skills than the motorcycle
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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The exhaust set up is low so that tells me right off the bat not really designed for water crossings
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
You are correct!
Never knew a toaster would make such a neat exhaust!
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
You sir, have a good sense of humour.
Vikrant sir, if I go with 'No', then what are the alternatives?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Yaseen M What exactly do you want from your bike?
Is der any heating prblm in d city traffic
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Not really. Cooling is much better judges than the 390 duke .
@sandeepmedh9054
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 Thnnxx alot
The Beat pratical Review ...
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
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Himalayan far better Btw ur command over language n audience too is praiseworthy Vikrant ji👍
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4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Dipak! Do subscribe to our channel.
All the negative points told are positive points in reviews for xpulse. all negative points told in review for xpulse are positive points for duke adventure. Amazing how two companies can make such contrasting bikes. For offroading Xpulse is better bike. for long rides due to high speeds duke is. shock-absorbing in xpulse is best. low speed grunt in xpulse is amazing. shockers absorb all shocks in xpulse easily.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Very good observation. We literally feel like hiring you :P
@AbAb-nx2zy
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial I wish that could be true.. Cheers😊
Neat review
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
How's it compared to the xpulse?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Like Karthik mentioned below, it's not a fair comparison. But we suggest buy the 390 Adventure if you have the budget. If you don't, the XPulse would satisfy most of the off-roading needs. It just doesn't do well on the highways.
Your view on the bs6 Himalayan pls.
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
TTndrstrkk Soon! A couple of weeks. Waiting for the bike...
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Hey. The BS6 Himalayan video review is up on our channel. Check it out.
How can they not retune the engine?? So many years of development and such poor foresight. Sad.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe because they know this motorcycle won't get good numbers. Then why infuse more money in R&D, when there's less honey.
Where is this place?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
That's Lonavala.
Sir im really confused here can you guide me HIMALAYAN or 390 ADVANTURE
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sachin sunny Himalayan has more usable low and mid range torque. And it can take more of a beating. The 390 feels lighter and more agile offroad. And it will be better on the road.
@sachinSunnyy
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 Sir im planning to to explore cities and a few off-road so 390 will be a better option than Himalayan
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sachin sunny Yes, I would think so, the 390 will be better suited in this case.
Nice brother ❤️
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
best review
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Pratham. Would be awesome if you subscribe to the channel.
What is your height Sir....I can see you managing to touch the ground.
@balzzz20
4 жыл бұрын
5'9" as said in the video 2:54, still kind of tip-toeing. This is just brutal.
Himalayan bs6 ka video plz
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Soon.
How tall are you?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Francisco Villar Gómez 5’ 9”
Tsunami of 390 adventure videos coming at 5pm....let see who review it well
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
So what do you think, Nilesh? :)
@sudaesh
4 жыл бұрын
I don't know about Nilesh but I think bikewale and Sagar shildekar did a good job of reviewing the bike. And between you two, I feel that yours was better..
@neel26nilesh
4 жыл бұрын
Zigwheels,ogyf ,dino and bike wale were best. Rest are just reading the script....
@neel26nilesh
4 жыл бұрын
@@sudaesh seriously Sagar he is just video editor
Why cant they make a bike like kawasaki klr 650 in india ?
@availablehage
4 жыл бұрын
No one would buy dear friend..hero xpulse,dominar,versys and even Himalayan when compared to other RE is moderate at best..we like claded sports bikes,commuters and bullets
@sumitairon7756
4 жыл бұрын
But kawasaki KLR 650 is a moderate adventure bike. We indians hav been held hostage by govt policies. We wil never get good bikes in our life time
@availablehage
4 жыл бұрын
@@sumitairon7756 and dear friend..they have just raised the taxes on import😣
Re Himalayan bs6 need a vlog..
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Girish. The BS6 Himalayan video is up on our channel. Check it out.
It can be strange, but i'm really cooshing between this and the rc390
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Two different bikes. One is for the track, and the other is to ride to the track :)
You coaching CSS this year Vikrant?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
மோட்டார்cycle வித்துgear Yes, I am. 7, 8, 9th of Feb.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 When are you coaching us, boss? One seat, please :)
@cyclegear1403
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 Gosh, you can say that again!
@cyclegear1403
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 Lovely, see you there.
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
மோட்டார்cycle வித்துgear Guess my phone went into repeat mode. Corrected that.
Waiting for duke 125 adv or 200
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
200 ADV is a possibility. Not sure about the 125 ADV.
mido 1.92cm.....estará bien para mi altura?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sergio G Say What?
@sergiog6222
4 жыл бұрын
@@vikrantsingh6916 how tall are you?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sergio G I stand at 5 feet 9 inches, without shoes.
@sergiog6222
4 жыл бұрын
i am 1.92cm or 6 feed 4 inches tall, will the bike be too small for me?.........sorry my english
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Sergio G Not too small- but yes when standing up and riding offroad, the handlebar will feel low.
5:20 Pick it up easy to do. You say rhis while 3 guys pick it up in the video.
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Ashraf As I have mentioned somewhere else - when you have help, you just take it! Why be a hero when there are helpful folks to help you out. But when you don’t, picking it up all by yourself isn’t difficult either!
Waiting man for your opinion
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Amith! Did you get a chance to see our video review?
@amithsingh2343
4 жыл бұрын
@@BikeWaleOfficial saw it was as usual great
First of all you are not supposed to get on the bike like how you did....you have to get on it like a adventure bike... Left leg on the foot peg.. Stand on it and then saddle
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback. Everyone has their own style of doing it. The style you mentioned eats up more energy than the usual style of getting on the bike. And ADV riding is all about conserving energy whenever you can :)
@salesalpha3832
4 жыл бұрын
@Karthik exactly my point and start making your own content for comment... Stop copying bro 😉
Seriously, was KTM being lazy designing this bike or it's too hard to make 1st and 2nd gears short?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
It's a niche bike. So we assume that's why not a lot of time and effort was invested in it.
Vikrant would you buy it?
@vikrantsingh6916
4 жыл бұрын
Mallet D'Souza No. I like the slow, te snicks stuff for which I need a bike that has low end grunt. With this you need to keep momentum and that requires a higher degree of skill, which, sadly I don’t possess.
@rupinderbawa4201
4 жыл бұрын
What do you think of lowering the front sprocket by one teeth. That will give it some low down power
Well the synopsis is not very confidence-inspiring.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
How would you describe it?
Am I the only one waiting for KTM to launch a genuine dual sport/ dirt bike here in India?
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
No no! We are there too :)
Finally, I've found an Indian guy who has offroad skills that can give an accurate review of this bike! Thank you! But unfortunately this bike sucks! Come on! The bike has no low end power for off road? That's a 100% no no. Come on, KTM. You failed with this bike.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the kind words. Much appreciated!
It's Amazing bike, but I think it's not comfortable for 5'.8" hight people.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
It's little taller for an average India, unfortunately.
I reject this for height issue. Although i am 5'-8"
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Give it a try. Take a test ride and see.
I personaly feel the KTM 390 adv is not worth the hype it created.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
We suggest you to take a test ride. Maybe, it might just buy one :)
Engine is noisy. Same would not have been the case if the product was a Yamaha one.👊
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
We agree!
i will damn buy this.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
What's stopping you? Ping us if you would like to know the on-road price of the bike in your city.
Bike looks very uninspiring with short front suspension travel. Its a real put off
for all the money we just get discrimination by KTM INDIA !!!
I waited for this bike for two years, moved on to a Yamaha tenere. KTM is to slow getting new bikes out.
@BikeWaleOfficial
4 жыл бұрын
Woah! The Tenere must be lovely. Do share your ride experience with us.