Sadly, I had to sell this bike to fund the purchase of the Tuareg 660 for the channel. I LOVED the bike, but as a content creator, it doesn't make sense for me to keep a bike long term. Thank you to Rocky Mountain ATV/MC, Mosko Moto, Vanasche Motorsports, MotoPumps, Motoz Tires, and Revzilla for their support. ⚠KTM 890 PARTS⚠ ⚡Motoz Dual Venture Front Tire: bit.ly/3oBBoAa ⚡KTM Headlight Guard: bit.ly/3FP7wsN ⚡Puig Wind Visor: imp.i104546.net/ORazYN ⚡Garmin Zumo XT: bit.ly/3EGY4Vi ⚡Motopumps GPS Mount: www.motopumps.com/ ⚡Flexx Handlebars: bit.ly/3VUQejx ⚡Barkbusters: bit.ly/3IvwKvu ⚡Scotts Damper: bit.ly/3FodGyt ⚡KTM Heated Grips: bit.ly/3V0sY2e ⚡Doubletake Mirrors: bit.ly/3xczavF ⚡Mosko Moto Nomax Tank Bag: bit.ly/3vHLdji ⚡Voile Straps: www.voile.com/voile-straps.html ⚡AXP Skid Plate: bit.ly/3UQspYF ⚡Vanasche Motorsports: vanaschemotorsports.com/ ⚡KTM Low Seat: bit.ly/3UQrBD7 ⚡Cool Covers: coolcovers.co.uk ⚡Mosko Moto BackCountry Panniers: bit.ly/3Q4PEgc ⚡Tusk Olympus Bags: bit.ly/3lLUHVG ⚡Rigg Gear Tail Bag: imp.i104546.net/VyQQdk ⚡Perun Moto Rack: www.perunmoto.com/ ⚡Wings Exhaust: wings-exhausts.com/ ⚡Motoz Rallz Tire: bit.ly/3w1cf62

@lucaslacerda4906

Жыл бұрын

what the heck!! really?

@brucekendall52

Жыл бұрын

Pity.

@rc51bigdaddy

Жыл бұрын

Understand your logic to sell but.....say it ain't so!!!! Vanasche just came out with a fuel tank cap kit for the 790/890 series which I quickly ordered. No more key to have to put gas. I just mainly do day rides on my 890r so perfect.

@erocnw1341

Жыл бұрын

I've lost track of which bikes you still have. You had a newer Africa Twin which I don't see any more but it seems you picked up another R1250GS?

@jmsask

Жыл бұрын

To bad you didn’t let your viewers know you were selling it. I know I would have made a offer on it. In fact I asked on your first video about this bike if you were selling it 🍻

Best motorcycle reviewer on the planet

Love your commitment to raising the bar on each single vid. The fact that you buy the bikes and accesories just for making the best informed review says it all.

I can't believe how clean that bike is.

Yep, still the best motorcycle reviewer out there! Time and time again you prove it to us all. Keep spoiling us with great content please🤗

Nice! Perfect timing as I’m waiting on my first adventure bike. Thanks

Thanks! Excellent reviews; glad to support you.

I keep watching your Triumph Tiger videos over and over again because I can't get enough of the sound from those bikes.

What an awesomely moded bike!!

Super great informational video. Thank you.

Great video! I have similar setup. Took off passenger pegs and mounts as well as the grab horns on the rear plate. Went to one tooth smaller on the countershaft as bike needed some more low end for serious off-road. Also when I wired the Zumo XT I also wired for the Voyager Pro for better off-road tracking. The easy pull clutch mod helped when doing hours of serious single track. Liked your GPS mount better than mine. I took off Cat and went with full Ti Arrow exhaust and put in spark arrestor. Sound is pretty good. Also did the Rotwieler air box mod. Makes cleaning the filter much less invasive! Definitely one of my new favorite channels! Merry Christmas!

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

awesome bike, thanks for sharing

Enjoying your content Ian, your reviews are consistently thorough. Having owned the T7 for 8mths and it being a great bike, i just didn't like the top heaviness and the fact i would need to pour money into the suspension to get the performance i was after. I was considering the 19+ 690 prior to the T7 purchase, and since your recent review on the 690 with the modifications i was certain this was the ticket. I was lucky enough to get a test ride the other day of a 22 690, however it was only a pavement ride. Felt light and responsive but it reminded me more of a 500 than an actual adventure bike, perched up high, not much of a seat etc. A good friend of mine who organised the test ride was there with his 890 Adventure Rally and insisted i have a quick ride. Everything about it was impressive, the thing is a total weapon, he has the Rottweiler full carbon airbox intake and it just rips. Here in Australia that bike costs 36K which is out of the question but it led me to a bike i was considering prior to the T7 purchase, being the 790 Adventure R. I was put off mainly by reports of reliability problems but seeing as i am mechanically competent i have no doubt i can overcome most problems (unless they are electrical!). Off to purchase a decent example tomorrow, hoping this is the ONE.

@toddsorel5761

Жыл бұрын

I have the Duke 690. It has all the comfort that the Enduro is missing but, sadly, without the long travel suspension. I have been thinking of modifying it with new forks and springs because the KTM performs so much better than the T7.

@darrellbarry3402

Жыл бұрын

@@toddsorel5761 i pulled out of buying the 790, the reliability issues were nagging me, especially camshaft wear. Such a disappointment, best design. Back to my 690 plan, at least the dirt performance will be better. Getting it to how i want it though will be costly!

Great bike . Love mine . You def have to try the decat again. The 890 with decat , Rottweiler intake , and PCV tuner takes it to another level.

Thanks for this awesome review Ian, detailed, full of knowledge and real world balanced point of view. After 4 seasons on my 790 Adv R and she never missed a beat, no significant issues it was a no brainer to me to trade her for a 2023 KTM 890 Adv R that i'm really happy to already have had my first ride on this season. Only bike i considered was the AJP PR7, since i really liked that bike as well at a good test ride. But this platform is so much more allround and more comfortable for what i do. You have got yourself a really nice bike! My dealer held a 890 Rally for me when the where released but i passed on it because i'm more than happy enough with the R Xplor suspension (and height of bike). The Rally have really good value though when looking on the parts added/chosen on it. Great channel and definitely a sub!

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

I've been following your posts and videos. I'm probably getting a 2023 890 soon... I love this platform and I was able to see the 2023 bike in person for the first time today.

@Braapncamp

Жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto Did it grow on You in person? That was the case for me. I signad the bike in November and wondered if I really should like the look... 👀 And when I saw it in the dealer prep shop in w3-4, January I just fell in love! This is fun bc the 790 isn't beautiful by look, but by tech. So ofc I knew i would really love to ride it. I'm a socker for bikes so I smile and ar happy everytime i habe testrided a bike. Especially if the surprise me as well. Look forward to see Your preview and ADV's. /Mattias

Немного Тишины .... Дай Рассмотреть Матоцыкл Со Всех Сторон ! На Красивом Пейзаже Еще Лучше !

Beautiful bike!

Very informative with useful "nuggets". The details are appreciated.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

Gorgeous bike.

its a beautiful bike thanks for the video

Damper vs dampener, love it. I watched another KZreadr struggling with that one recently 👍

@steveh545

Жыл бұрын

but he said the damper "dampened" the steering, lol. Or maybe he said 'dampens'. I'm no english major, still can figure out lay/lie/lied/layed, etc. It's all good, but he's correct about a steering damper.

Neat tank bag. The KTM Adventure I really like. Spoken as a former 950 man.

I appreciate your reviews on products and bikes. Please keep changing things out! If I ever did a video review, it would be about the same bike and kit I’ve owned for the last decade. People would move on and sponsors wouldn’t support me. P.S. I appreciate the links and use them often even if I can only browse with the rare purchase.

Really hoping for the VERSYS X review! Great job Ian

Awesome Bike.

I like that awesome bike in your last video much better.

You were very positive regarding the KTM 390 adventure as a combination street and light off-road. The one bike you have not reviewed is the kawasaki versys x 300 as an alternative.

Give the CRG arrow mirrors a go some time Ian. With Rottweiler mounts to the bark busters there’s zero vibration, great visibility & it cleans up the airflow. Found them a step up again from the ubiquitous double takes & much lighter too.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

they look awesome

WOW 140k subs, you really popped off. I remember when you had under 30k subs, thinking that was alot for you lol

pretty standard adventurized setup, looks great, though its supsiciously perfect and clean! 😂😂👍👍

FYI, my son 3D printed me a great three sided weather/sunshade cover for the Garmin zumo XT that installs on its waterproof mount. On my CB500X the back of the mount is close to windscreen and the cover prevents releasing the zumo XT by reaching behind it. The bonus was it acts like a security lock. To release the GPS, I insert a long screwdriver through the windshield slot and push up the release. If your interested, I'll have him print you a cover, and I'll mail it to your PO box. The cost of the material in negligible, so if you like the cover and the work on your bikes, I'll have him print three more and send them to you.

Would really like your input on riding two up. I find that they're are plenty of reviews riding solo, but very few riding two. I never leave home without my better half. Thanks!

You missed the BRP mount. Also I love your choice of tires. I've got those on my Yamaha t7. And I had the BRP mount on my 690. And my EXC 500.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

BRP mount is awesome for sure

Great stuff as always! Did you get rid of the stock steering damper or just add the Scott? I recently switched from the Reckless 80 to the Enduristan Monsoon EVO. I just found the R80 side pockets to difficult to pack well. Wider overall, but so much easier to use. Cheers

Nice clip Ian. Did you tryed the decat in conjunction with the silencer(the is absent) on the muffler? For me that combo works best, the bike breathe better, your rear shock will thank you for not getting all that heat and also another bonus is that you can legitimately put an F Greta sticker on your bike. 😉

Great review. I despise a cable clutch.

😂 Ian, oops! Cracking me up, messing up right after your lesson. *Damps* the steering, man! Dampers damp, dampeners dampen. Awesomely tricked out machine, man. Take care!

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

Damn, I'm one to talk... haha

@elgringoec

Жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto 😂 Luvya bro. We hear the wrong thing all the time so it's easy to forget. I used to point that out on a form years ago and I only got ridiculed for it. Most people never had physics, and if any had then they didn't seem to want the knowledge shared. It's probably "how I said it", though. 😂🙏☮️

So which is the best solution for the windshield? On your 790 you seem to have settled on the Puig Touring screen, but now on the rally you are using the spoiler with the stock screen. I just got an 890 Adventure R and am loving it, but need to do something about the windshield asap. Thanks for all you great, detailed content!

Really enjoy your videos Ian, keep them coming. I would like to get the new KTM 890 r, but i have two friends who have had serious problems with soft cams and valves on there 790 and 890s. One had to rebuild it after only 16,000kms. It's got me a little scared to go ahead with the purchase. How many 790s and 890s are experiencing the problem?

Hello, always doing fantastic reviews, is it possible to review the Benelli TRK 702X and 502X

Ian, great review and very useful even to a mainly road rider with a non R 890. A few questions if I may. You mentioned lower foot pegs. I’m sold my 1200 GSA LC which had pretty much the perfect riding position for me. It had other less than ideal issues. The ATAS that replaced it whilst better in some ways put my feet higher and more forward. The 890 is somewhere in between. How does your Rally compare to the GSA? I feel that standing puts me higher than the GSA but much lower tank may alter the perception but also that the bars seem a lot lower needing me to lean back with more leg bend. Thanks as always, Ian (from a very cold UK)

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

I customize all my bikes so it's hard to say. I will say the KTM"s are really set up towards aggressive off road riding.

Great Job Ian! KTM 890 accessory blog, Include your Jackets too. Love that black BELSTAFF ADV Jacket, Can’t find? Which model? Thanks👍😎

in terms of off road/long road distances , which bike do you think is better? KTM 890 or norden 901?

Are we ever getting a video covering your Colorado BDR?

Good to hear about the cat, confirms my choice. Thinking about the possibility of drops/crashes, so you think the axp skid plate is sufficient, or should one add (lower) crash bars and/or aluminium radiator grille too? Cheers and thanks.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

Yes on radiator grille. No on crash bars - bike is better off without them. The lower tank is super tough as well as the skid plate

Hey when you installed the Flex bars did you run into fitment issues? I am noticing that bar impedes on the master cylinder when you tighten it down

I have a Rally as well . Did you run the tubeless type or tubed type dual venture on the front ?

Off topic, do you believe a 1999-2009 DR650 is more reliable than the same years KLR650, plus better off-road, so all I'd need is to upgrade to a larger tank for the Suzuki? So i should look for a DR over a KLR?

there it is that Ralley , the holey grail bike

Hi Ian, I was hoping you would compare the Husky 901 and KTM 890 Adventure (not Rally) - I guess they are very close to similar, but the price isn't.. ;) thanks for awesome videos!!

A question for you. Have you ever done a review of the Ducati scrambler? I'm looking at buying one but want to see if you've reviewed one as I prefer how you do it.

Good review Ian. However, you failed to mention what pannier rack system you've applied to that bike and I would be curious to know??

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

Tusk

Hey Ian, what is the part number for the Evotech Paddock Stand Bobbins the for all the info you provide for us Loyal viewers.

Geez dude your bikes are pretty much spotless in your videos. One might think you don’t ride them lol! Anyway good content. Please review the following bikes when you have the time: Honda CRF450RL Husqvarna FE350 and / or 501s

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

I clean them before filming. I like clean bikes.

@timsalabimbombassa

Жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto I like clean bikes too, but there’s this haze of dirt in all corners and hard to reach spots that seems to stay for ever. From a distance they look clean. Maybe different dirt, or do you have special techniques to share?

Any issues with the 890, seriously considering getting one.. May i ask any other brand that you recommend i consider thank you Ride safe👍

Squirrel on the backside wanna take a ride I think. 11.18 timing)

In regards to the installation of the Scotts damper, did you remove the stock unit or is it double dampened? It is interesting that you felt there was a need to add flex bars given the XPLOR Pro forks on this bike. Could you not dial out the harshness that I assume was the basis for the flex bars?

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

No, I had the flexx bars from my Norden, so I put them on, the forks are not harsh at all. you should remove the stock stabilizer when adding scotts, but I forgot to do that

This is adventure 890R with full powerparts ! 😅 ❤

He did buy that 690. Good move.

How much did you spend on aftermarket parts?

I'm about to put a deposit on an 890. I can secure either the 890R or the 890. The difference of $1500 is not an issue for me. If i'm going to be using this bike primarily for highway riding and fire roads, should I just get the 890 base model since it has a taller windscreen and a lower seat height? Or would you get the R model, fit it with a taller wind screen if necessary, and enjoy the better suspension and specs. I'm 5 foot 10 with around a 31 inch inseam.

@nevadahardenduro

Жыл бұрын

Get the R for sure man

Do you put a protective fi,m on the bike to protect the paint from the Nomax bag?

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

no, but that's a good idea

@ryanmalone2681

Жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto Would be a shame to have some marks on a rare and beautiful bike like that.

Do you have a 2023 890 Adv R Rally booked under your name? I bet you do !

You are Doug de Muro of bikes, but a bit more technical..

Just subs. Ur channel , I have triumph street twin looking for one adventure bike . I'm 5.5 height and 68kg weight and 32 year old. I like midsize bikes , heavy things are not my choice. Please suggest between Triumph tiger 900 / African twins/ T700 is not available in India yet :-( ... v Strom / btw I love the DCT of African twins but it's heavy :-((.

We have a saying here in Australia about KTM adventure bikes. Too fragile, too tall, too expensive to maintain and you need a support vehicle with a trailer to carry it home when it breaks down. Suzukis and Beemers rule in the outback down here.

@jayd3931

Жыл бұрын

Funny, because I'm in Oz, and I have ridden mine all over and through the country without issue. I also see a million on the road. Suzukis are for bogans and BMW's are for old timers who ride to the cafe. Multiple Simpson crossings have me refusing to ride any other bike.

Currently looking to buy my next bike to replace my KLR650. Either 23 890 Adv R or the Tuareg 660. Can't get a test ride on either. Which do you find to be the better overall bike? I also own a 23 500 EXCF and 18 300 XCW. Would love to hear your thoughts Ian. Thanks.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

They can do the same things, the ktm is a lot faster, but I find the Aprilia to have better quality and refinement, it's a hard choice

I want

Nice video there Ian but I don’t understand why you keep buying these unreliable KTMs?! If it’s for a few months in the sake of content I get it since you don’t tend to keep them anyways. The set up is really like you’re ready to ride in Australia!!!🤣🤣 Yet again awesome video!

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

I know... I thought I was going to keep in long term, but the reality is I always need fresh content, no one really understands how this business works... to expand my audience I have to feature different models

@MRGS48

Жыл бұрын

@@BigRockMoto I knew that was the case but I had to be the “advocate” lol. When I’ve got my GS first choice was the 1290 but was way to tall for me. Then I found out about the reliability and so on… Thanks for your precious time responding, Ian. I started following ya when you had like 50-60K subs and look at you know!!👏👏👏👏 Merry Christmas to you and yours my friend!!! Love from 32 degrees this morning Arizona😃

@jayd3931

Жыл бұрын

@@MRGS48 I don't understand why people think KTM bikes are unreliable? Some may have some issues, like any bike, but they are used to ride around the world, and have won 18 Dakar rally's in a row. I've never had a major issue with any of mine, and dealers can't keep them in stock.

@MRGS48

Жыл бұрын

@@jayd3931 well for starters the ones that win the Paris- Dakar have an insane crew behind them. I’ve got friends in Europe that own them and say the same thing too many issues: electrical, fuel pump among others. No doubt amazing bike but those little things are annoying to me at least. I am very pleased with my GS after almost 4 years of ownership. I really wanted the 1090 R for the price , at the time and it was at least 5K cheaper than the GSA, because that’s the one I had my eye on but GS won me over

@nevadahardenduro

Жыл бұрын

Comparing any GS to the 890r is like apples to oranges. Totally way two different machines. And yes there’s some things you call unreliable on a ktm but if you learn about your bike in those regards, you’d figure out that Rottweiler has many work arounds for things than can be viewed as unreliability such as the kickstand dongle etc. I’ve had my 21’ 890 r on some serious deep bc off-road forays that put me in areas with zero ability to rely on outside help. It’s never let me down yet, and I can definitely say (at least for my level) that I wouldn’t want or be able to tackle the terrain I’ve encountered on any GS etc. my two cents.

We need BDR equivalents in Europe.

@defylifeadventure

Жыл бұрын

We have Adventure Country Tracks ACT (adventurecountrytracks.com) which are similar. Basically longer backroad and unsealed routes across various areas of Europe. Portugal, Spain (pyrenees), Italy, and Greece. Of course there is the TET, but that doesn't really go anywhere. And the parts I've done (Galicia being the latest) You are constantly switching between on tar and on unpaved roads, so can be a bit annoying.

@FarAndAway1

Жыл бұрын

@@defylifeadventure You mean the TET routes switch between dirt and asphalt? I was thinking of doing Balkans TER routes at some point. Will definitely check out adventure country tracks. Thanks!

@defylifeadventure

Жыл бұрын

@@FarAndAway1 ACT is more flowing as its designed for bigger bikes. TET will be harder in some places. Areas like the balkans should be good for TET.

Haha dampening Ackropoic - a-crop-a-vick Huskqvarna - huwsk- varna

What they sad day that must have been selling this bike.

@BigRockMoto

Жыл бұрын

sold it to a good friend thankfully

I thought it's a 2023 model 🤦

Ktm is invisible to me now. Locking out bikes with software was a dealbreaker. Never again. Sorry boys.