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Nice! You made a great choice! I hope you enjoy it when you get your hands on it!

1250r would probably suit you if you’re after that comfort with some punch. I don’t think the m is a snarling dog, I think it’s pretty good and easy when riding slow - it can be a real Cerberus though if you want it to be.

@@BikeLikeMike92 Thanks for the input. The only thing against the 1250R is that it's not exactly light and I'm quite small, but I am interested because I remember thinking about the S1000RR that things happened almost quicker than I could think. I shouldn't have mentioned the M/ S1000 in the same sentence as the old Superduke really (I knew within a minute that it was horrendous in terms of power delivery and just couldn't do slow or smooth), but you mentioning vibes on the M does surprise me. I say that because I seem to remember that the generation of S1000RR that I rode had some kind-of weird engine imbalance thing going-on, where numerous owners claimed that the bike would drift towards the left, and I'm here to try and find-out if an updated engine and chassis fixed all that. Ultimately, I'm probably getting too old for these 200bhp 4's if I'm honest, but I still like the idea for thrills!

Yeah thanks, I’ve been told about 135 times now 😂

Yeah if you’re sensible with it, just ease into it I think it would be a great first bike. Has lots of electronics to help keep you safer and it generally a very easy bike to ride and use!

Last question , looks so hard to handle , i mean , seems like this bike it s always ready to go, I cannot decide between 790 or z900, Z looks easier to handle

@@nicholasprataviera7613 I wouldn’t say it’s hard to handle, its handling in general is what it’s known for! It will feel more agile and eager to go than the z900 however as it’s a twin and has that low down torque - also I think probably a fair bit lighter than the z?

Yeah I agree with all you say. Wheels chipping annoys me at the moment 😅. I haven’t had any seat issues however! A lot of People mention this.

Looks a bit like “The fly” doesn’t it 😂

@BikeLikeMike92 lol it does, think they could have done so much better with the front.

Yeah I don’t find it too bad. It’s not a sports bike so I’ll let it off 😅. I do like the low down torque of it more so than being high in the rev range as up there it’s as you say not so good.

Oo interesting! Might look into that as I’m Not getting BMWs nav! 👍🏼

My brain tells me BMW, but my heart tells me Ducati. I’ve always been a heart kinda guy. Otherwise you’ll regret not getting the bike you really wanted, even if it’s not the practical choice. Ducati

@@BikeLikeMike92 yeah agree :)

😂 Screens don’t make you fast bro. But you know that I’m sure.

@BikeLikeMike92 Well that depends on where you ride if you like keeping to under 100mph in little bursts but if your riding regularly you need to try a screen mate because it makes a big difference that's why sports bikes have them wind blast isn't fun if your giving it the gun,Just Haswell buy a Triumph Bonivile if just want to pose.

@@ktu668 I’ve done two Europe tours through the alps, B500 etc, I don’t really mind the wind. My neck used to ache a bit but maybe I’ve got used to it now. If I wanted full blown sports bike I’d buy one, but they don’t get away from me now and I’ve got twice the comfort. Slow or fast doesn’t matter, as long as I’m enjoying it, connecting with people, I’m not trying to impress anyone.

A decat directly changes the air to fuel ratio… along side a professional map this WILL improve the jerky throttle which as you said it caused by the fuelling (i.e a restrictive cat). I’m not sure what you are talking about as your comment is contradictory.

Any tire with the name road in it

I honestly had mostly good experience with KTM, I had a 2018 790 duke, all was great! The only thing which happened on it which I wasn’t too happy with was the screen cracked on the Speedo, I’m not sure when and if it was solved by KTM but it’s an expensive part to replace. I know KTM are aware and have probably addressed this in the later bikes. It was caused by the UV from the sun! I did a review on it a while ago now!

Nice choice! I really like the rallye colours. Gold wheels defo make the bike pop

@@BikeLikeMike92 they have change about 3 times 19 plate to about 21 was blue tanktop and beak then the white tanktop and sides with the blue and red graphic now the blue tanktop and grey tanksides mines the middle one

Thank you! You too

Good luck! I’d definitely recommend an mt10. Such good all round bikes, very wheelie happy 😅

Well I’ll let you know! Been wanting to do it for years!

😂 good move 👍🏼 it’s a shame people have to buy a Ruroc in order to know what one is like rather than being able to try them on before they buy them.

I believe so, plenty of people seem to have done it on forums.

No it doesn’t, if you want that lower grunt you’ll probably be better off with a different engine configuration. Once it’s awake it’s pretty nippy though!

RST Tracktech evo, www.rst-moto.com/en-us/products/tractech-evo-4-ce-mens-glove

I would, I think this is a very friendly first bike. Parallel twins are nice and light but pack a punch. This is no slouch. Also super comfy!

@@BikeLikeMike92 Super, thanks for letting me know! Very much enjoyed the video.

Thanks very much! Appreciate it 🙂glad it helped!

Great, that being said. These bikes really suffered with the screen cracking - which every time you look at your speed you are reminded of. Sunlight causes it, other than that it’s a spectacular bike!

@@BikeLikeMike92 OK. Thank you. I've got a 2023 890r new coming next week. It's good to know about the screen as I'm in a hot tropical country. Thanks

Best do some digging, might be solved on your bike. Mine cracked when the dealer left it in the sun waiting for me to collect it…. Annoying!

@BikeLikeMike92 I'll get a screen protector on it from day one. I've got a 2019 duke 390, and the screen has never cracked on that in 3 years. And that sits out in the blazing sun all day. I'll take as many precautions with the 890 👍

By whose definition? I think I’ve been told 10 different things by 10 different people who were all upset I called this a moped 😂

@@BikeLikeMike92 mo = motor, ped = pedels. Its in the name

@thephranc legally… where I live if it’s under 50cc it’s a moped (legally), not if it has pedals. I liked to call this a moped either way… I’m not really fussed if people want to correct me all day about it 😂

Interesting! I haven’t purchased any manufacturers accessories to be honest, I think they usually partner with other brands but maybe not all do.

Foot pegs and side stand are absolutely fine to carry your weight while climbing on and off the bike (while the bike on the side stand). For years this has been the only why I get on and off my GS’s

No worries with using the peg on solid ground. Enjoy the ride!!!

How far can you go on a single tank and you mentioned something about 90 mph it gets wierd. What did you mean by that? Or did I hear wrong? If I'm driving in Montana there is 80 mph speed limit on freeway. Please let me knowif it rides nicely at higher speeds! Thanks!

@@Villainitus what I mean is the engine has quite a high level of vibration above 80/90, I just did an awful job of saying that! 😂

Thanks. So in the event I "tour" at those higher speeds, I'll still be riding a "rolls royce"?

Also, how is the off road experience? Or if you are riding on a dirt road or in the rain. Does it ride well in those conditions?

Well the suspension at those speeds is still very plush. But you might get some pins and needles in the hands as the vibrations are a lot more. I think 80 is about where you notice the vibes. Off road - it’s perfects capable - but it is heavy… so as long as you’re happy throwing around 260+kg of bike in the dirt it won’t let you down.

Cheers man! 🙌🏼

I mean that, with a small application of throttle the bike (due to the fuelling) can jolt forward rather than being smooth.

I would if I still had it!

Sounds like a good plan! Nice helmets the Alpinestars!

Decided after todays ride the Ruroc is getting binned off. The wind noise is awful, really bloody awful. Alpinestars R10 here we come. Another rider made a good point, you never see them on the track. Why?? Cos they suck...

So thought you may like an update... i went ahead and brought the new Alpinestars Supertech R10, and the difference is night and day. Wind noise is significantly reduced, no more wobble or snatch when looking over your shoulder. And being able to walk into a shop and try it on before you buy it makes a huge difference. Also nice the helmet is in proportion, unlike the Ruroc which has a huge shell size and makes me look stupid. The styling of the Ruroc is all it has going for it, everything else about it sucks. Real world comment!!!!

KTM is faster (105bhp vs 72hp), lighter, better electronics, better suspension, looks better imo, newer architecture. MT07 sounds nice and is a good bike in its category, but it’s getting old. 790 and the 07 aren’t really in the same league!