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I told ya!!!! I did have a few cutting out issues when I did my first install. If the connecters aren’t secure, they kind of shake. I zip tied everything real good and it fix the problem. If it happens again make sure all the connecters are solid!! Try the traction control off. It’s even better and wheelies forever.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

TC has always been off since day one. Idk, we'll see. I'll go look over it. I didn't have any issues after that and I rode it for another 2 hours or so ripping on it.

@markroberts8236

4 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza i’ve got a 2022 690 Enduro and it cuts out when I’m blipping the throttle while down shifting. I don’t know why just does it randomly sometimes.

Love to see you enthused about your ride man. Congrats!

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Supermotos get me hyped up and this bike hits now.

Same experience I had from doing similar set of changes to my 690. Second biggest change was changing out the springs to match my weight.

Just got back from a ride myself. the weather has been perfect 👌, glad to see your mod job worked out.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Nice! Such a beautiful day to ride. Weather has been great here in Cleveland, even got cold the other night.

I have an older 690 duke. Really fun, light, and fast bikes. Enjoy the SMCR. It's one of a kind.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Nice!

looks real nice!!

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Thanks!

Congratulations 🍾 really cool bike, a nice synthesis of your others, great video, inspiring ❤

Freaking died when the engine cut off 😂😂😂😂. Instantly thought damn KTM gave up on CycleCruza. Glad it seems fine. But the RVE has the 690 beat looks wise but I'm basis owning a RVE. That sound the black and orange color scheme looks awesome and definitely a great look when you know you're voiding your warranty.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

I did too. 😂 I heard a big pop and I thought I blew the engine already. haha I was thinking I just wasted all that money for that bike. Stock vs stock, the Duc wins in looks. However, I think its on par now with the mods I did but beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

@Frank_Torre

5 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza Yes and worst bit is knowing you shot the warranty to 💩 with mods. Also KTM 690 SMC R should come in black and orange as a base color scheme. It looks so much better.

@JinKazama92

3 күн бұрын

that 698 looks crap!!!! doesn't have the raw sumo look. no spoked wheels!!!!

@headhuntersixx8164

3 күн бұрын

Changing the color scheme doesn’t void the warranty, but the intake mods and SAS delete definitely do, but well worth it.

Monotard lol shots fired! That’s a sick 690 tho. Congrats. Be safe bro.

Nicely done Cruza

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Thanks!

2:40 - that scream had me laughing so hard lol love your channel bro 🤜🏾🤛🏾

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

🤣 the bike hits now nice.

Looks sick bro! get that KTM orange popping off the Black!! Great choice in mods. I gotta feelin you may hang onto this one too! 🙂

Welcome to the club CycleCruza. That is one beautiful machine you have there. Enjoy. PS my bike has roughly the same mods, and if I’m twisting the throttle a lot, throttle bomb, it’ll “flame out” idk if that’s the proper term for the symptom.. especially when the bike is cold.. but when the bike is hot , it rarely flames out. Such a BEAST !!!

Mine did the same thing during a high rev. I was on a downhill, and it didn't stall out, though. Is there a rev limiter?

Great beautiful bike! That pop definitely is something to look deeper into. I would hate to be deep in the mountains, and that occurs in the middle of nowhere. Thx for sharing, brother!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

It happened just once and never again. I need to stop rev bombing it. lol I might get a custom tune for the PC6, and while there have them change over my tires to the Shinko 705 tires. That way they can burn out rear stock tire on the dyno.

I don't know if you removed the exhaust but make sure you don't have a leak at the header pipe. I know a leak could cause a backfire. Perhaps thats the pop you heard and then a flameout maybe?? Idk

what about the fuel consumption now? and what type of gasoline are you using, how many octanes

I´ve seen the differences on a dyno, and they seem tiny compared with stock. Placebo, right?

Great to see. What would you say the performance mods cost? Thanks.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

The exhaust was sponsored as well as the fender eliminator kit and lithium battery. Some stuff i got a discount on and others I paid for in full. I would say I personally spent about $2000 or so but if I had to pay for everything at full cost, about $3500. However, I got about $2k off MSRP on the bike.

How is that dji camera holding up and I think gopro makes the newer firmware updates worse and worse on purpose to make you buy their new latest camera that gopro has out and I have the 10 black and I updated to the latest firmware and it seemed like the camera was broken and starting to fail and the video was bad and put the original firmware on it and it works normal like how it should work and with a aftermarket battery

When I was little I fell in love will trail bike and enduro bikes. I always loved supermoto type bikes.

Been waiting so many years for this moment

Hows the thumping?

Those bikes are solid man. Just keep up with maintenance and check all your bolts/screws every week cause that motor vibrates everything loose.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

That is for sure. I'm lazy with maintenance because I'm used to Japanese bikes. lol

@docsamson2299

5 күн бұрын

Blue Loctite!

Why you don’t use quick shifter? I noticed you riding old school on the gas, letting go and shifting

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Its been a while since I rode this bike because I was waiting for an oem part. Sometimes I forget this bike has a quick shifter because my MT-07 and YZ don't have one, hadn't had one since the Tuono. Without thinking I use the clutch. lol

@cycleCruza What is your weight with all the motorcycle gear on? Btw, glad you've finally unleashed all the power and torque this bike has!

Hella yeeeeeeahyah!!! I love it. My '16 is the same setup. Gotta get me that baaaag.

Why do you use the clutch? Your shifter doesn't work.?

It doesn't rip until you do a 15t sprocket or a 15/45 (-1/+3). ;)

@daza3620

10 сағат бұрын

Hi, any idea if changing sprocket size will make the speedo read the wrong speed?

Yea 👍🏻👍🏻

@CycleCruza Could you make a video showing all the bolts and such that you check before a ride? Thanks!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I never do but need to. lol Thanks for reminding me.

Nice! I'm a fan of LeoVince and Arrow exhausts. I had a Leo slip-on on my 2014 VStrom 1000 and it was great! At some point i need a new exhaust for my MG V85TT. Just so you know, you do have a Moto Guzzi dealer around Columbus 😗 It's called Moto Guzzi Columbus. I'd love to see you on something like a Mandello V100. A sexy looking sport bike with a single sided swingarm and V-Twin character 🤌

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

I'm in love with this LeoVince exhaust, man it sounds so good. It sounds better than my YZ450FX FMF Titanium exhaust. I did not know Moto Guzzi was here in Columbus, I'll have to check them out.

@scottk.8494

5 күн бұрын

@CycleCruza LeoVince and Arrow always seem to have a deeper and thumpy note to them without being too raspy. Plus, LeoVince looks good, the build quality is good, and the price is fair.

Maybe the AFR needs tuned on the laptop?

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Maybe so, I might go and get a custom tune. I was revving it too dang much. I couldn't get enough of that sound. lol

When it blows up on you then you could get a 698 mono like you should’ve done in the 1st place

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Naw no more, if I have an issue with this KTM it will get fixed and sold and just keep my YZ.

dont worry, there will be more problems coming your ways with that PC setup. I wouldnt want to ride a PC bike very far cuz the risk of being stranded is too big. Have the ECU flashed is the way to go. Even more power and stock like reliability

As a kid, I had a Suzuki “Grasshopper” 50 cc. It sounded very similar. 😂😂😂

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

It sounds better than a 50cc....c'mon now. lol IMO, It actually sounds better than my YZ450FC with a FMF titanium exhaust.

They rip modded that's for sure! 💪

I haven’t out the powercommandwr on cause they say it gives the 690 a lot of problems

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

There is nothing else to get for a fuel controller? lol I had no choice. Normally, I use a ECU flasher but you can't on this bike. If I have any issues later on I'll fix it up and sell it. Its a fun bike, I hope all will be well.

@burddog0792

5 күн бұрын

Best thing to do is buy a flashed ECU. No splicing into the bike's wiring harness. Won't void warranty.

@Lucas-vu2cr

5 күн бұрын

​​@@CycleCruza is there no RapidBike Evo for your bike? That one autotunes always and I have never had any problems with that piggyback ecu

@Hash9377

5 күн бұрын

@CycleCruza the fuel dongle or flashed ecu they say is good alternative. Thx for making this content and sharing it with the bros. I follow all of yours tutorials on this bike as I have the same year 24.. been getting a lot of oil light on for few seconds when I first start the bike. Very strange

Such a cool bike and build! I'm not hating but if you want to do it right you should flash ecu. Power commanders are sketchy af. Anyways love the channel, thanks for sharing with us

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Yeah I have the Dynojet Power Vision 3 ECU flasher and flash tuned my MT-07 and former MT-09, I like it much better but unfortunately you cannot flash tune the KTM 690 SMC R ECU, I would have if I could. Power Commanders are old tech, I don't care for them but I had to get it. Thank you for being a viewer, i appreciate it. I hope all is blessed your way.

@Josh-ew1le

4 күн бұрын

Oh *hit it didn't know you couldn't flash them, my bad. Either way the bike is insane. Congrats on the build! *uck the haters enjoy your bikes and do what makes you happy.

Are you sure you should use the fueldongle with the PC? Doesnt that defeat the purpose?

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

It actually came in the PC6 box. This was all recommended by Rottweiler performance and the PC6 is tuned with all of these mod specifications.

The bike looks sick! How much did you put in the bike? $$$

Shouldn't be popping at all.. that usually indicates a lean condition.. also.. change your sprockets and you'll forget about the YZF..

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

It only did that pop once, I was rev bombing it. I should probably get a custom tune.The YZ is 85 lb lighter and hits different, more raw and violent. KTM hits better than it did stock tho.

@SurRonAlot

4 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza I hear ya.. maybe loose connectors like some people say.. custom tune probably the way to go also.

These mods are a must do, it transforms the bike. Now I’m a bit worried about reliability though 😂

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I was worried about reliability when stock so now even more. lol I usually don't keep a bike past a year tho except the YZ. However, I still have the MT-07 almost going on two years.

MT-07 airbox replacement (Hordpowder) frees up another 6 horsepower up top.

Nice!

Honestly the best upgrade is that cargo compartment haha

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I love that extra storage, I can fit all kinds of stuff in there.

Rick you will always be fast when you ride by yourself,lol

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Eh I don't race. It is quicker than stock. I'm about that bottom end.

@xxxxxx_1300

5 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza then you can't say how fast you are until you get your doors blown off

When the light is on, the traction control is off seems backwards, but that’s the way it is

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I thought the TC light off meant it was off. lol Ok then I need to cut it off. That is why I was having a hell of time doing any wheelies. lol Thanks for the info.

All your saying is the bike popped were is the footage ? You cut it to the point of you walking it by the way your revving the granny out of it I’m not surprised it won’t last long or you’ll have sensor issues

Hey cycle cruza why are you using the clutch? Try the quick shifter its so much better. I usually use clutch for 1-2 but rest use quick shift

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

It has been a while since I rode this bike because I was waiting for an oem part. Sometimes I forget this bike has a quick shifter because my MT-07 and YZ don't have one, hadn't had one since the Tuono. Without thinking I use the clutch. lol

@breadwinnertrav199

4 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza understandable. Wait until you hear the sound of the exhaust when you quick shift it. It’s incredible

CycleCruza, I told you to get a 2024 YZ450 FX.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

My 2019 YZ450FX is better, the new 2024 YZ450FX they made the suspension softer like the WR450F and some other changes, it is no longer the same bike as the YZ450F motocross bike like my 2019 model is minus the wheel size, kickstand and minor changes.

I remember when CycleCruza used to talk trash about supermotos and now it’s his favorite bikes.

CC the reason the engine cutout is the power commander, those things are terrible with fuel control with flame outs, Now the GET ecu's are awesome and control every aspect of the engine and fuel, not cheap, but I will tell you this they will unleash every ounce of power that bike can make trouble free, rev bomb the hell out of it, it won't die! check Taco Moto

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I had a PCV on my former WR250R and never had an issue. I'll probably get a custom tune. Too bad you can't flash tune the ecu.. I never heard of the GET ecu, don't think they have it for th 690 smc r....

I’ve always been a dual sport guy. Tried to buy a supermoto but the dealer must’ve been smoking rocks tryna charge me 80% of the cost of the bike for dealer fees etc.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

That is why I put on Shinko 705 ds tires on my YZ and will on this KTM, however, you can''t just ride over everything like you can with a 21" from wheel, you just have to ride different but will ride off-road no problem and is great on the street with the 705 tires.

I’m just wondering how reliable it’s going to be. It may last a long time if it’s babied

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

And I haven't even got a first service yet. lol I need to take it easy.

@d.s.juggular4128

3 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza yeah I never really trusted hard break in

Blinker fluid alert

Pretty sure it's pronounced "vin chay" Sick bike cruza.

Bro, put a 15 tooth front sprocket, last mod. You’ll love it!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Why not add a couple teeth in the rear instead?

@viktornolin7378

3 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza it pretty much would be the same to go 3 teeth bigger in the rear. I just put one 15 tooth front sprocket. And I have the mods like you, but putting that gearing on made it feel like my 450 Husqvarna man, Jesus it’s nice hahah

Now chuck it around like you should with a supermoto

So I guess he lied about quitting. Add it to the list.

Whats up with the google gemini? Im confused?

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

What?

@Josh-ew1le

4 күн бұрын

Your phone screen is on playstore Google Gemini instal screen. Have you tried it or was that just random?

Hey your bike is almost as modded as mine!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

What extra did you do?

My ktm did same damn thing yesterday. I'm catless. Pulled up in garage an was bumping throttle. Brap brap then it made fart sound an smelled like gas an died.

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Dang, hope I don't have anymore problems. I should have just stayed stock. lol It is quicker tho, hits a bit harder which is fun.

Maybe it was just a flame out which all single thumpers do every once in a while

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Probably, it started right back up and I didn't have an issue the rest of the couple hours I rode and I was ripping on it the whole time. lol

This is max wrist lvl of dirt/sm bikes

my duke 390 did the same shit the other day when i did the same shit rolling up to a stop sign lol might be just temperamental ktm shit 🤣

Lmao….. you remind me of my good friend Jerry. The light personality, psychopath laugh, great enthusiasm. I like your channel and have watched multiple vids, everything is good! Boston,Massachusetts.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

lol I act a fool sometimes and don't even realize it until I edit the video then I think I need to grow up. lol Thanks for being a viewer, I appreciate it. Take care out there in Boston!

Yeah your KTM looks good ,sounds good ,hauls ass!👍

@CycleCruza

5 күн бұрын

Thanks! It hits like hammer, I hope it lasts. lol

@motosportadv8177

5 күн бұрын

@@CycleCruza I hope it does to ; and I hope my 698 lasts👍!

How much does this bike weigh?

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Stock was 354 lbs. I need to weigh it now but need to put in a full tank of fuel to get the proper weight.

Why did the engine cut off?

@cycleholicsanonymous

5 күн бұрын

All 690/701's do this. Some more so than others. It's a single cylinder, so if you lose the 1 cylinder, there's not any others to "save' it from dying. So if you go messing with the air/fuel ratio on it, good chance you'll make the issue worse. A stock one will do it though as well under the right circumstances. My 2019 was horrible about "flaming out" with just a slip on. It was mostly just an annoyance, but also a safety issue- died mid corner, and entering an intersection.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

So far just happened once and it was while I was foolishly rev bombing it. I need to chill from that. No issues since, knock on wood. I never had that happen on my YZ450FX but it has no fuel controller, you can actually. make custom maps on your phone with that bike.

Hey man that sounds like a jalopy

bouncing an unloaded engine off the rpm limiter is a great way to break stuff $$$

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Yeah bad habit. lol I've dine on every motorcycle, never had an issue with any of the Japanese bikes.

Buy a tuff shed to store your other bikes quit selling them you’ll regret it

Putting a lot of money into a brand new bike sounds like owning a Harley -- but without the cool factor. 😅

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

That is why I bought a YZ450FX and just put about $1200 in it, didn't have do all of the performance mod bs like you do regular street bikes with emissions stuff on it. What i love about the YZ over the KTM is I can tune the bike with my phone anytime.

I did a 5min pinned vid to prove SuperMoto are boss!!

If you keep slamming on the gas like a bitch 😂 to hear the exhaust, the mix sometimes will be reacher. And you have some blind sensors after the installation. And the injection trim for stock intake/exaust air flow isn't modified... And it's a big one, and big ones tend to stall more often - just one ignition every two crankshaft laps. Put it all together and... boom! The proof is... everything is ok after restarting. By the way, I guess its mileage has decreased sensibly. But it's very very cool now, there's no question. Congrats, bro. Great bike. Unfortunately KTM is not present here in Brazil - just some crazy guys that put a ridiculous price tag on some very few models over here, while true KTM guys are sleeping...

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Yeah I was a fool with the rev bombing but that sound is so addictive. I'll probably get a custom tune just to ensure everything is tuned perfectly. While there, after the tune I'll have them switch the tires over to the SHinko 705 tires. My first tank MPG stock was 44 mpg so I'm sure it'll probably be 40 or less now. lol My YZ averages about 41 MPG. That sucks KTM is not out in Brazil. At least you have Yamaha?

The booty warrior is back doing interviews. Lol. Maybe u can get some new b roll of him

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I keep forgetting that dude is out now. lol

@alphacapo

4 күн бұрын

@CycleCruza I'm sure the guys on his cell block all miss him

Vin-Che

Leo Vince is pronounced Leo vinche

Creamin

Still in Ohio?

just get the fukin DUCATTI 950 sp and DONE damn man just save $$ get the best!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

Eh such a heavy bike, way too much power for a supermoto.

The ugly truth

This bike will be nothing but issues and headaches down the line. I will never own another KTM again.

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

I hope not. If so, it'll get fixed and sold. lol The only reason I got the KTM was to share the experience and give a KTm bike a chance. It is simple tech on this bike and it has been out long enough so I figured they ironed out all of the issues.

I actually think this has been the most uninteresting and boring build!!

@er98ah

5 күн бұрын

😂 haters gonna hate! One of the most fun bikes I’ve ever owned. This bike is all about interesting fun, not another sports bike

@thearch1tect249

5 күн бұрын

@@er98ah No hate...Just my opinion. CycleCruza is a great dude but this particular bike is just not my cup of tea. Nothing but love man!!

@er98ah

5 күн бұрын

Respect. I just think supermotos can be seen as not serious bikes and almost goofy but they bring so much fun. I currently own one along with an mt09sp and while the mt09 is better for long rides and pushing higher speeds the Ktm is just dam fun with that vibrating single cylinder and lightweight nimbleness.

@thearch1tect249

5 күн бұрын

@@er98ah I have ridden a few myself. They are super fun. In terms of this particular series I have not enjoyed it. By the way I ride a 2018 Yamaha Mt-10..You stay safe on them streets my friend!

@CycleCruza

4 күн бұрын

And to me this is the most fun build (next to my YZ build) that produced the most results compared to the other bikes. It hits harder now.

As a Gas Gas 700 owner, this is only the start of the little niggles that come up on the KTM.