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Hi Carol, I have a 32 inch inside leg. I wouldn't say I struggle with the height of the seat, but the issue with this type of bike is how wide the seat is. Because it is wide, it makes it harder to get your feet down. I would say at 29 inch, you may struggle to even get your tip toes down. It would be a case of having to bum shuffle to one side each time you stop. This said, because it is a twist and go, there are no foot controls to worry about, so in that case, you may manage. It would also be possible to have the seat customized, (just remove some of the foam and make a new cover.) Probably the answer would be a test ride. Good luck with getting some thing 👍

Yes, in the end I also cut some plastic from the latch area. It is worth to try it any way. Good luck 👍

If you can keep with me on the back lanes where I am from, then you have my respect mate 😉😜

Definitely a power gain. The bike was never all that great at low speeds tbh. So no extra issues on that front either..

Hi buddy. The ktm adventure is the exact same screen. So you only need the black part, then it will fit the smt. If I am honest, a am pretty sure you can get the parts over in America. They must have ktm dealers somewhere there. 🤔 and if not, there will be after market screen on the American market for sure, because of the adventure bikes. If you can't find any thing, let me know. May be we can send you one. Might be pricy though, with the shipping and taxed.

A little update. The tallest screen is really very good. I am 1.75 m tall. And the tall screen works very well. Even in very windy conditions...

Thanks for watching. I have just ridden to Antwerp. The speed limits are higher here in Belgium, so I can see what the vibes are like on the way home. So far, not that positive at 60 mph. So I am interested to see at 70 to 75 mph if there is an improvement.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Thanks for follow-up. That sucks the 60 mph range not much improvement. I'm hoping 75 mph will improve- that's where i see the most problem

I'd be interested to know if this mod helps with the mirror vibes as well. At motorway speeds the mirrors are next to useless

@@sorecawk it is definitely an improvement. Mirrors are way better. Vibes are down to a light buzz. I am thinking about making an internal bar weight. I will male a video once I have had more time on the bike. 125 kph was definitely an improvement for sure...

Ppl say use the cooper insert of the Duke 790 r handelbar weight

the gear shifter is hurting your back???

@@dean-does-stuff-81 no the bike setup

@@PROopticSp33dFr3ak1 I haven't heard any one complaining from back pain from riding the smt. It is such an upright position, I am surprised you get any pain.

I have them in the shed... just waiting for a moment to make a video about installing them 😉

No worries. Will you be stickering your bike?

All the parts are from KTM. You can find them on www.ktm.com. choose the 890 smt and then select the power parts, and fo to screens. 👍

Yes, this little trick stops a well known rattle that many people experience. It sounds like you may have the same issue.

I hope so, as I invested quite a bit of money into the new camera. I also got the mic 2, and they work very well together.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 thanks

How tall I am isn't that important, because some people have long bodies and short legs and others have short bodies and long legs. The better answer is to say that my inside leg measures 32 inches. And no, I can't flat foot this bike. Balls of my feet, or 1 foot flat with the bike slightly leaning towards one side.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 good point, I will go measure myself now lol

@@timomirkin1058 should be inside your jeans lable too 😉

I will hopefully get to fit the screen over the weekend. (And video it) so keep an eye out for that. Then I plan to do a longer video on the 3 screens with my experiance of riding them all. I also have some bigger trips planned, so I can get some miles with the taller screen. Thanks for watching.

I will post a video up for you. (I will try and do that later this evening, so subscribe and you won't miss it ) 👍

th-cam.com/video/hPzgavrMgqo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=JUynW8PHRHUxhVh7 here you go bud 👍

Sure. In the Netherlands many areas have an event once per year, school kids can take part in a 5 kilometer walk each evening for 4 days. On the last day they each receive a medal 🏅 and also lots of sweets from their grand parents and loved ones. nl.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avondvierdaagse

Yeah, we have all heard the stories. It's just a toy mate... toys break...

Ktm power parts have 2 screens listed. This is the lower one of the 2. I have the taller one ordered. Will be arriving this week, so will drop a video with in the next 10 days weather permitting. So please subscribe if you want to see how that goes. Thanks

Also, i have done a little video on installing this screen. Check my other videos for it..

@@dean-does-stuff-81 unfortunately, it looks like KTM doesn't offer the windscreen in the US. I did not expect this to be so difficult ha

@@wako29 That is annoying. The screens also fit the adventure bikes. So I am surprised that you can't get them in the US.

As long as you keep it clean and oiled. It will be good. Plus, this aint a dirt bike man... what dirt do you think will be getting up under the seat and into the 2 small air vents, through to the filter, while i fly up the motor way at 70 mph. I suspect, nothing at all..

Its always windy in the Netherlands. And that was the first chance i had where we had some sun... it is a bit tricky finding some where to make the videos where i live. Always people every where, or wind, or some thing driving past etc..

Hey, I am a professional 😎 hahahaha

How tall you are is less important than your leg measurements. I have a 32 inch inside leg. At 65 mph the screen works well, but are 75 there is some buffering. (This is at a steady speed on a motor way for example.) Also, helmet choice could also have an impact.

Yes. I ended up winding a half turn back in. Since then I have only miss geared 1 time 👍

I try to talk as loud as I can. One day I might get a proper camera and a mic.. I have to see how things go

The amount of time spent setting up and packing away needs to be kept to a minimum.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 taking my notes!

Moto pro works. They are a part of a kit, but I didn't like the kit, and had them customized for me.

Thanks for the review, also got one and like you think its a great fun bike. Taking it to the Picos in 3 weeks. Got the same screen and also a sat nav mount and replaced the small black front guard with a Duke 790 one to stop spray .

It is reassuringly firm, and much better to move around on the bike. It was well worth it for me. Actually, it was the second best upgrade after the wind screen for me.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Great, thanks so much! Pretty soon my bike will be looking a lot like yours. lol. One other upgrade I did was to remove the front white fender and replace it with carbon fender - A67508910044 Thanks again for doing these videos!

@@paulie550 sounds great. I am a big fan of the white mud guard, so mine is staying for sure

More than likely, yes. The air box is under the seat, as the bike is basically a ktm adventure r spec, and thus designed for off road use. Road bikes have the induction up front so you can hear the noise better.

th-cam.com/video/-O1psgBgG24/w-d-xo.htmlsi=VnB2e1GX4FmTzZ_L. Go to around 16 min mark on my video here, and you can hear how it sounds with the k and n air filter and tge arrow cat delete. 👍

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Great thanks, sounds like my next accessory in the bucket list. 😃

Ah, i think i might know the answer to some of your issues. The front wheel bobbing has gone away on my bike now. I put this down to properly bedding in the tire. And i suspect that the brakes are the same. You need to get out and push the bike hard for a few hundred miles. It is a super moto after all. The bike is definitely happier when ridden harder. As for the vibes, i have them too, although it does seem to come and go a little bit. So that might also go away as the engine loosens up. I would wait until 6000 miles before i would really decide. And not just 6000 motor way miles, a good mixture of high revving and mile mumching riding.. I took the bike up to 120 K on the motor way for the first time last week (the speed limit here in the netherlands is just 100k during the day time hours, and only after 7 can you go faster. I experianced a lot of vibes. So i will keep you posted on that) I am heading over to england on friday with some dutch guys and we will be at donington on the sunday for the BSB race. So i will get a good run on it.

Ps. If the vibes are an issue after this weekend. I will buy the anti vibe bar risers, so a test and a video about this may be on my channel very soon mate 😉

@@dean-does-stuff-81 thanks a lot ! Your answer makes me a lot reassured. I’m now only at 1500km and I feel the engine loosens a bit already so I hope this trend continues. Most important for me is your opinion regarding bobinning. Last thing, could you point where you recive the wind blast with this windshield? At neck, nose of forehead ? Have a nice trip !!

@@eMstar3003 when i sit on the bike (properly, with out slouching) the wind is only on the helmet. When slouching the wind is only from the visor and over my head. Perfect for keeping air flow through the helmet vents. With out getting buffeted like on a bmw

I take a 30 inch leg for jeans. I would say that the balls of my feet are on the ground with the power parts seat.th-cam.com/video/j9G_A7EN5h0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=YNaVJ5Ba0gZ5-dGp.

I own one, I am 5'7". I have the standard seat, can get both tip toes down. I ride dirt bikes, so am used to a taller bike, not an issue for me.

@@kevinfarmer7896 well, the SMT is basically the 890 adventure with a different front wheel and fork legs. It rides a lot like a dirt bike too imo. Super moto... 👌

I love this bike. Sure it isn't perfect, but no bike ever is. Definitely one of the best bikes out there for fun. That's for sure...

If you want me to do a video on tge heated grips. Let me know pal 👍 ( did you see my video on the seat?th-cam.com/video/j9G_A7EN5h0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=mPWHE_KfoEWuVW-k )

A video on the heated grips would be great. I’m looking at buying a set.

@@paulie550 I am planning to do one with in the next 2 weeks pal. But highly recommend the KTM ones. You can use the switch gear to operate, and you see the icon on the dash too. Fully integrated... and very warm as well.

Hi , i'm interested on buying this bike , but i'm a bit short 163 cm . how it feels with the lower seat ? TY mate

@@Skil2low go for it. You will be fine. The power parts seat was a massive difference for me. Totally changed the bike for the better.

goedhart mate ;) hahaha

Well, it isn't all that interesting, but it is definitely some thing very simple to do your self.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 great videos ! Continue what you doing!

It is definitely worth it. And to be honest its not even that expensive.

The helmet is ok. It seems to be a little uncomfortable over longer periods. But it is actually quite a nice helmet. I only wear it when it is very hot though. I would suggest a shoe or aria over this helmet, but they are 3 times the price. If it will be your only helmet, I would pay more and just get the best one you can.

Hi, Thanks for the compliment. I actually sold the Forza and is now replaced with a KTM 890 SMT ( brand new as of 3 weeks ago). The reason I bought the Forza qt the time, was that I wasn't totally sure how much I was still feeling the motor biking vibes, and wanted some thing cheap (ish) that would allow me to get out on 2 wheels. As it happened, I really loved that bike, but was craving the bigger bikes I am well versed with from my long biking career. This all said, I am missing the scooter already, and have my eye on the TMAX 560, and will likely get one next year to go along side the KTM.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 wow, interesting, I don't know much about motorbikes, I have a yamaha neos 50cc 4 stroke( no laughing please 😁) I hope to get something bigger someday, but I'll have to apply for a licence. I can drive the 50cc without a motorbike licence cause I have a full car licence. If I was going to buy a big bike I'd buy a 2024 Honda shadow phantom 750cc, but sadly can only get them in USA..I love the design, I like how the engine and exhaust are blacked out, I dislike chrome its too 80s..

I have answered this before. Basically any bike can be toured on. The thing that lets it down will be fuel consumption. At 60mph, you can get pretty ok mpg, but in reality, if you are riding at 70/75, you would be better to get a larger bike. Like the 750nc Honda for example.

Once the engine frees up, it is actually a very quick little bike. Not really a long distance tourer, but for long commutes and daily riding, it’s amazing. I rode from the Netherlands to the uk a number of time on it. Sadly I have just sold the Forza, to make way for a new ktm 890 smt. That will be coming home with me in 3 weeks time 👍

@@dean-does-stuff-81 thanks For the quick answer. I am From Germany/Dortmund. Do you understand German? I search For daily use to Work. My 400 majesty is very good For Long distance but For short distance to Big for my opinion.

@@manonamission3379 I hardly speak Dutch 😂 so no good at German. I think the Forza is the best of the bunch with the exception of the T max. But then that is in another price league. In town it is pretty good, and super fast off the lights. But if you are only in the city and never leave it. Then a 125 is best. Smaller and lighter and still plenty of go off the lights.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 i Had a 125 Honda Dylan For 7 Years. It was ok but the 400 Yamaha majesty is another Level. Very comfortable but a little bit to big. I think a 350 Forza is the best Scooter For me. Thank you For your time👍

I live in the netherlands and i have made a number of trips to the uk. That is 5 to 6 hours riding, with the ferry in the middle that breaks up the ride. I had no issues at all. Only thing i will say is that the fuel consumption is quite high if you max it out on the motor way. Better to stick to a more realistic 65 to 70 mph.

In the States you have to go at least 75 mph, do you think it is too much on the motor for say 3 hours straight?

@@Mike-B. you can do that for sure. (I thought you could only go 55 in the states hahahaha)

Kids hey 🤣

What do you mean?

very soft fork and very stiff rear suspension@@dean-does-stuff-81

@@canadian1512 no. I have not experienced that. Infact, I would say that my bike is getting better with age. 2 years old now and 13,000 kilometers. My advice is change the oil every 6000k.. as that made a big difference. Suspension is a week area on the Forza, but that is due to it being built to a budget. That said, for a single rider it holds up very well.

good nnews @@dean-does-stuff-81

1. You will need to test ride it for height. As it has such a wide seat that you may struggle to put your feet down. 2 the suspension isn't the best. You don't want it too soft. It is adjustable for compression on the rear. 3 The screen is excellent and always visible.

@@dean-does-stuff-81 Thanks for the advice. Years ago I had a Peugeot Elyseo 125 that had a seat height of 800mm and a wide seat and I managed OK but that was a lot lighter. Years later I had a Honda SH300. 805mm seat height but a narrow seat. I will have to try it and see what I think.