KTM 1290 Super Adventure R - 10 reasons why you may have to avoid it

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  • @plurz215
    @plurz215 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    FYI the footpegs can be adjusted lower and the gear shifter can be adjusted higher/lower & further/closer.

  • @alistair.a.cookie
    @alistair.a.cookie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It's not that KTM are in trouble; the R is and was always intended to be a focused niche model with the S as the wider volume seller. The intention seems to be that most riders would go for/be best suited to an S, and only buy an R if they have a really really specific reason to (in my case I didn't want electronic suspension).
    As a result the production numbers for the R are way way lower, I queried my 3 nearest dealers (southern UK) and the story was the same - they were allocated a less than half a dozen R's vs 30 or 40 S's for the entire year. R test rides have therefore been more or less impossible to get, whereas pretty much every dealer in the country appeared to have at least one S demo available at any time.
    Having ridden both, it seems like you might be better off on the S, the smaller wheels and lower suspension give it the agility you're craving along with stability at higher speed.
    I'm not sure I have any faith in BMW driveshafts - the final drive on my 1200GSA shat itself twice in my ownership. It also let me down with separate FPR and EWS issues. By comparison the Multistrada that followed it never failed to get me where I was going; what is the world coming to when the Italians build the more reliable machine?! So far (touch wood), my 2022 1290SAR is being equally well behaved.

    • @craigfinnegan8534
      @craigfinnegan8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your confirming perspective on the GS - I've seen photos of failed shaft drive linkages on the 1250 GS, and living in Florida, with it's merciless corrosion, that was a deal breaker for me. From what I understand, BMW (inexplicably) doesn't lubricate them properly. I'm frustrated now because I don't like the early reports on the new Tiger 1200 either - scraping early on leans, not enough adjustable range on the stiffer side of the suspension, not enough usable power on the low end, an annoying catch in the on-throttle, some fairing glitches.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for describing that. I was very carefully reading whenever you were mentioning R or S as where I live, the story was reversed this year (2022) and many dealers had the R version (from this video) and none except one in the whole country had an S. Same with stock - in the place where I got to eventually ride the S, there were like 4 R versions and 2 S ones which appeared strange to me. Clearly this place is very different in terms of KTM's expectations. Not sure they're correct though and I'd say that I feel that they're not.
      Not cool hearing about BMW's driveshafts. I'm hoping that the scale of them failing isn't large but one the other hand, there's so many GS bikes on the roads that bad stuff happens in a largest number in general I suppose. All the best with your R!

  • @MrFerisko
    @MrFerisko 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It was mentioned under your other video, but here goes again: You are not meant to press the indicator switch to cancel on this KTM. To cancel, pull down. Yes, it is different, but it works. Also, it has auto cancel indicators, so they turn off after a few seconds of riding on their own anyway.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you for the hint. I've already checked it after those remarks in KTM's user's manual and it states that one is supposed to press the button just like in all bikes. What pressing and pushing it down does is it extends the time of it being in fact pushed and this tends to do the trick. I've tested I think all possible ways of pressing and pushing a few weeks ago once I got to a Super Adventure in the S version and the issue was persisting during me riding. I'll share the video from my tests. The final solution is to press and hold instead of just pressing it quickly - it fails to register otherwise. In other words - it does indeed not work properly in my opinion.

    • @hungwasson1399
      @hungwasson1399 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow and @MrFerisko both bring up good points. While the flagship 1290 Super Adventure does have self-canceling turn signals, and the manual cancelling works if you press the button longer - it really should work with a quick press. I don't think it's a "Recall" worthy issue, but that the turn signal cancel is brought up so often by so many people shows that it is an issue.

    • @thomaskurek3524
      @thomaskurek3524 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And problem solved 🤭

  • @sbwebster
    @sbwebster ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi…I have done 6000+km with my 2022 1290 R 40% road and 60% off-road in South Africa and the bike is Awsome the indicator switch is the only thing I do not like!

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi and wow! So there is someone who actually managed to take it successfully for serious offroading. I'm glad to see that and thanks a lot for sharing!

  • @chinmaykar06
    @chinmaykar06 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Finally someone talking about reliability issues.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Been there, done that and couldn't skip it in the end.

  • @cliftonsr
    @cliftonsr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the 2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R and I think this turn signal indicator switch is a problem also especially when you just came from the turn and people in front of you think you are turning into an intersection that you are coming up on and cut in front of you while you are trying to concentrate on needing to hold down the indicator switch for a certain period of time then you need to stop holding it down to concentrate on the next situation that could be an accident, outside that the beast is an awesome mile munching machine and the power is so addicting! Love your content that is why I subscribed.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing, I'm hoping that all of us will be lucky enough not to find ourselves in such a situation but this is exactly the scenario that realistically can happen. I'd be curious to talk to a KTM engineer about it to get an official perspective. All the best with your R! It may be just THE ONE... Maybe one could install a switch from the older generation though ;). Cheers!

  • @berndmeyer4522
    @berndmeyer4522 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I“ve got the KTM 1290S (2020) and the 1290R (2023) and must say the 1290R is an outstanding bike. I took it on a 2600km ride through the Alps and rode more than 20 alpine passes with panniers and top case. The handling whether low speed (very good) or high speed and around the corners is almost the same as with the 19“ wheels on the S. I did not feel any difference. I have the KTM heated Powerparts seat on it and the comfort is great and we did 8 hours in the saddle every day. The footpegs are higher but no issue for my 189cm. Even with Enduro boots on there was no issue with shifting and comfort. With regards to the indicator switch I cannot confirm what was said in the video. Yes, there are better ones in the market but also don‘t forget it resets itself after a few second when you‘ve made the turn. The Quickshifter is outstanding and the engine is a dream - I also have a BMW GS 1200LC hence can compare, if you prefer the more sporty and agile engines then just go for it. One big minus is the stability when panniers and top case are on the bike. You cannot take the hands off the handlebar as between 40 - 100km/h you have such a bad shimmy effect that it will end up in a crash. Not acceptable for such a machine. This is not the case when you drive without panniers or top case!. All in all a wonderful do it all machine. I had the more street oriented Bridgestone tires (90/10) on it. So far, I bought the bike new, I did not have any issues, just the first service for 1000km was EUR 450 at a KTM dealer which is just outrageous. How on earth can you justify this for just an oil change. I also installed the higher windshield from KTM and it provides full protection from wind on longer distance drives. Highly recommended. For the short trips and off-road the smaller one is just perfect. I just love this bike and would always take it over the 1290S version as it is much more versatile than the S without compromises onroad.

    • @RandomGRK
      @RandomGRK หลายเดือนก่อน

      Since you have the 1200GS and the KTM SAR, which bike do you find has more engine heat in slow traffic? I commute on my bikes but don’t want to be completely roasted on warm days.

  • @RayFieldsRider
    @RayFieldsRider ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi dude! I'm the owner of a Brand New 1290 Super Adventure S '22 since october and I have to tell you that you're right. The indicators switch works so badly that you have to push it more than twice to turn them off. But suddenly it works perfectly during one or two times.Then, it continues working badly.
    Otherwise, my S version goes so well in twisty mountain roads... I come from a Kawasaki Z900 bike and I thought it was agile and fast in these kind of roads. Now I ride with my KTM I can do the same roads extremely much faster now. I suppose that the R version is less agile because of the lack of electronic help compared with the S.
    Nice review.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, thanks a lot for sharing and I'm glad that you're enjoying how your S handles on a twisty road. I wonder if that indicator switch can be replaced with the one from a '23 model year where it seems to be fixed. Perhaps KTM dealers around the world could help to do that. I honestly hope so. All the best!

  • @benkelly2190
    @benkelly2190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Right! The indicator switch is not the best. However I’ve owned my SAS for two months and 2k miles..push it in and down. It works fine. As for the colours. Triumph do the same, their tiger rally pro’s are the best colours. Personally I like my Matt black/orange. In fact best bike I’ve had..and I’ve had 7 GS’s. 👍🏻

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally right with the colors - Rally in Tiger in a Matt Khaki (green with a white frame) looks sick! It seems a bit weird to me as colors matter in motorcycles and many of us would like to go crazy and therefore not look like everybody else. Heck, who knows what stands behind this strategy. As for the indicator switch in Super Adventure, the user's manual says to just push it like in all other bikes. I've tested that a lot more a few weeks later on an S version that I rode and it turns out that it works as intended but... you've got to press and hold it for a moment. Otherwise, no matter what you do, it doesn't register being presses and hence the problem.

    • @maldridge7630
      @maldridge7630 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, 7 deadly sins 🤣

  • @gatti493
    @gatti493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is good to here you mention reliability and the problems you added , this tells me this is a genuine review, from all the information I have gathered, the KTM 1290 S and R are fun bikes but can't be classed as serious tourers because you simply can't trust them , poor reliability is just not acceptable on a bike you could be at the back of beyond on !!
    You could also be stuck for dealers, great fun bike for local riding but rider beware if you intend long distance!!
    Thats why I bought a 1250GS instead but in all honesty if you are doing real big touring , my advice is get an Africa Twin Adventure sport but get a better seat , you'll go wherever you want and you'll come home on the same bike 😉👍
    Tbh when Honda cop themselves on and put a bigger engine in the Africa Twin and maybe shaft drive , it will be over for the rest 🤔

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I believe you're summarized it well - great fun as long as it all works fine. Up to some point, if it's a new bike, you're protected by warranty but still, if something fails and you're 1000 kilometers from home, it's a headache. For touring I'd go with a GS too. For rides around - KTM will be great. Thanks for sharing all that! I'm not a fan of an Africa Twin actually, so will skip that part :). Cheers!

    • @gatti493
      @gatti493 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow
      Iv had the Africa Twin 1100 Adventure sport DCT and traded it in for the BMW 1250GS ADVENTURE RALLYE on a 2022 .
      Iv had my BMW 1250GS about 6 months , its seat is better and is is a tad quicker , 1250GS 0 to 60 3.25 seconds
      Africa twin 0 to 60 3.4 seconds
      But the Africa Twin had a better exhaust note , less noisy engine and the cruise control was faaar more responsive but going back to gears after DCT just felt barbaric , having this bike demanding me to change up or down is very tiresome.
      You say you don't like the Africa Twin???
      I will definitely be going back to it lol
      But they really do need to sort that seat , its just not acceptable for a long distance tourer but you just can't deny Hondas bikes are reliable and there's nothing I would want more when in the middle of nowhere than that legendary reliability.
      Would be interested to know what you don't like ??
      There are a lot of fanboys in this hobby , doesn't make sense to me TBH , I just call it as it is 😉👍

    • @craigfinnegan8534
      @craigfinnegan8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      100% agree with you on the Africa Twin 1100 needing more power and a shaft drive. I'd be all over it myself.

    • @gatti493
      @gatti493 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@craigfinnegan8534
      There is talk in Honda of an Africa Twin Turbo, should be interesting 🤔

  • @bartdecroo5823
    @bartdecroo5823 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you add the rally Seat the seated position is quite perfect. I quess it’s a bit off a trade off depending if you’re off-roading or not. And yes there is less wind protection but it’s still more off road focused than any other big adv bike. My owner experience is quite different than yours I’ve had a small coolant leak and that’s really it. I’ve put 6000km on the bike and I couldn’t be happier. Bear in mind that electronic hiccups are commonly caused by battery issues, I’m pretty confident that KTM will sort the bike out for if need be. Of course that can be a very different experience depending on where you live. Just remember even Honda has warranty claims ask me how I know😅

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing and I'm glad you're enjoying your 1290! Very happy to read that multiple issues at once don't necessarily need to happen, however one is... well, I depends it depends on expectations. I'm a fan of the SAR version regardless of that. Thanks!

  • @racingtag1237
    @racingtag1237 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t forget to add the reliability package!
    What’s the point in having a bike you can’t trust.
    For a long trip in South America it will always be the BMW GSA.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      I get the point. It bothers me too. But some are lucky though, and I’d just wish I’d be one of them.

  • @2wheeledtraveler814
    @2wheeledtraveler814 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Its interesting that you buy an offroad bike then proceed to complain about all of the things that make an offroad bike incredible. It is a street bike second.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's not a dirt bike but a 160 horsepower, 240 kilogram monster on two wheels. No need to justify that statement and KTM themselves offer it on road tires. I'm not sure it's clear but this bike was rented by me from the dealer - it's not my own motorcycle but an example that I got to test.

    • @AaronS-q2p
      @AaronS-q2p 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Dudes complaining more than a woman🤦‍♂️

  • @emerymahylis944
    @emerymahylis944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had the 2018 1290R since new {so 5 yrs now} & I'll chime in.,
    For reference purposes; I'm 192 cm & 110 kilo, mid 40's, not first motorcycle but first adventure bike..
    This is what I have noticed between the older & newest version
    The switch gear is easier to use & less cluttered on the previous version= 2017-2021
    The quickshifter is slightly easier to use in running shoes on the 2022 model, Maybe even sandals.
    The seat height is much higher & the footpegs are lower on the previous version= 2017-2021
    You do have to experiment & play around with the suspension setting= on my bike there is chart 📈 with recommendations on the inside left forks passageway against the plastic fairing, this is also the location to hold the key fob if its battery has died or the spare fob, there is a target marked
    Chain tension seems to be very critical on my bike.. everything works out alot better when adjusted just slightly tighter than the sticker says {yea, be careful not to overdo it though..)
    GIVI aftermarket windscreen was probably my first modification
    The 2017-2021 model has a smaller exhaust muffler & thus the Acro aftermarket offering in titanium is well.. nicer than the newest version
    Try running the tires at 40 PSI {both front & rear)
    What they've done with this newest version "2022+" is taken a page from their experiences with the 790/890 platforms { "a bike made for a larger percentage of the population's average physical size" } & that would likely increase global sales in this model= it is possibly no longer made for very tall people anymore.. { I don't believe anyone who weighs 75 kilo should be trying to man handle this machine., But what do I know.. anyways..
    & That about sums it up..

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot for sharing - great portion of experiences and observation. Mentioning lower foot pegs got me interested. I wonder whether if there's indeed a difference, how big it is. I felt that here they were too high.
      And hey, what about the bike's size vs a rider's size? Did you mean lifting it, riding it or moving it around a garage?

    • @emerymahylis944
      @emerymahylis944 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow
      Here in Vancouver Canada I know a guy who bought this 2022 model
      He is 135,cm tall & weighs 75,kilo
      He couldn't ride the previous 2017-2021 version of 1290R
      It just looks sketchy to watch him, hes got the bike leaned over more at a stop than what I think is really safe & those higher pegs allow his other toe to still be on a peg, with way to much weight on his planted foot.. one day he's going to be trapped under the bike & I don't think he's got enough physical power to get it off him.. hopefully he's not alone when this happens..
      Around the garage its already a beast for myself, I cannot imagine being 5'-7" & 165 lbs= pure pitbull personality I guess

  • @iri34iri
    @iri34iri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The main problem of KTM all adv models is the front wobble, very annoying

    • @benkelly2190
      @benkelly2190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All except mine…maybe.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've seen some vids about that too. Not sure with the final conclusion and recommendations are. Some mention tires, some I think oil in the front fork (not sure about this one though).

  • @CarlHorn
    @CarlHorn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am more interested in the S, but the dealer only had a demo R. I was thrown back by how unstable the steering felt on the HWY at 110kmh. It felt very loose, any push on the steering and it wobbled scarily. I accelerated in 6th to pass a car and got head shake in the steering. In contrast, getting back on my VFR1200X, a push on the steering at speed and it settled back down very quickly. I even tried this on my 701 at the same speed and that felt very stable despite the 21inch front wheel. I was very surprised. Something in the geometry I guess. Also didn't like the seat. I felt it made me slide into the tank. In contrast, the S on the showroom floor seemed to have a very comfy seat that is nice and flat. Also agree with the colours, the R is really nice, but the S's are boring. Going to try the Triumph next.

    • @benkelly2190
      @benkelly2190 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You got a wrong un mate.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've heard about the issue of getting wobbly and there are even videos of riders posting the bike's behavior. Strange as it seems to only be there in some of them and not all. I think that KTM might've recommended to tighten one of the bolts in the front part of the frame that I always forget the name of. It's been discussed in my S version video here: th-cam.com/video/a0b0XuZPk0M/w-d-xo.html

  • @edwinchoo1511
    @edwinchoo1511 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    First! :) Big fan of your channel!

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, I've seen that you managed to "overtake" others ;). I'm glad you like the vids! All the best!

  • @ridemfast7625
    @ridemfast7625 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thought about the 1290 R but am now considering the smaller, lighter, 890 R. Any reviews on the 890 R? I searched your channel but did not find one.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've got this KTM planned for when the snow melts in Spring. Just not sure if there will be any demo to be found within a 1000 km radius. But yes, it's on the list! Thanks for suggesting it.

  • @jakubwasilczuk4641
    @jakubwasilczuk4641 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Heja, lubię oglądać Twoje materiały, dobra robota! Mam pytanie - na dniach chce kupić sobie Moto i po czytanie całego netu i przejezdzeniu paru jazd próbnych stanęło na africe lub super adventure r. Masz dużo więcej doświadczenia i styku z tymi sprzętami. Mógłbyś napisać krótkie porównanie i co sam, subiektywnie byś wybrał i dlaczego ?

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cześć, dzięki i po jazdach próbnych sytuacja jest o tyle dobra, że sam już dobrze wiesz jak jedna i druga maszyna się zachowuje. Mi w Afryce podobała się skrzynia DCT i spokój ducha, bo opinia jednoznacznie stawia Hondę na czele stawki pod względem bezawaryjności i nie wydaje się to być bezpodstawne. Myślę, że to może być ważny element, którego w KTMie może nie być. Z drugiej strony jesli to maja być nowe motocykle z salonu, to oba maja gwarancje, więc to bez większego znaczenia w pierwszych latach. Druga rzecz w Afryce jest taka, ze chętniej skręca przy już tylko odrobine wyższych prędkościach. Z drugiej strony KTM jest po mistrzowsku wyważony i daje lekkość prowadzenia przy najniższych prędkościach, a Afryka słabiej tu wypada. Silnik KTMa to petarda i żaden inny sprzęt w klasie nie daje tyle adrenaliny. Oba maja świetny wizerunek (poza awaryjnością KTM), oba fajnie wyglądają - subiektywnie. Honda z DCT i standardowym tłumikiem brzmi lepiej, ale gdyby zmieniać, to KTM będzie dudnił fajniej ze względu na silnik V2 (też oczywiście subiektywnie). Ja brałbym KTM-a bez zastanowienia m.in. ze względu na silnik i to, że przy manewrowaniu jest mistrz, a ja sporo jeżdzę w mieście mierzy autami i to dlatego dla mnie ważne. Mam nadzieję, że to pomocne i powodzenia w wyborze oraz z maszynami!

    • @jakubwasilczuk4641
      @jakubwasilczuk4641 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dzieki, jestem bardziej też nastawiony chyba na ktm'a, wezmę przedłużenie gwarancji na 5 lat i to załatwi na pewno dużo obaw.
      Właśnie po weekendzie , honda stwierdziłem, że jest ona maksymalnie poprawna, ale brakowało mi w niej pazura, radości jaka ma dać kazda przejażdżka. Jeżdżę raczej mało (3 dzieci, praca, życie, wiadomo) więc chyba to przeważa szale - emocje jakie daje ktm.
      Co do dźwięku to 100% się zgadzam, honda ma świetny fabrycznie, a do ktm'a dziś robiłem przegląd i obiecująco wyglądają Arrow, Vinci i dominator.
      W piątek lub sobotę jadę do Łodzi (sam jestem spod Białegostoku, czarna dziura salonów Moto, wszystkie daleko, po 200km), tam e salonie mają na test i ktma i hondę- postanowiłem, że wtedy będzie podjęta decyzja.
      Dzieki za odpowiedź i pozdrawiam!

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      W Warszawie była ta R-ka, którą jeździłem, a i jeden z salonów Hondy powinien mieć AT - zawsze to kilka kilometrów mniej niż do Łodzi.

    • @wojciechsochon382
      @wojciechsochon382 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@jakubwasilczuk4641Cześć!
      Kupiłeś ktm super adventure 1290 r?
      Jezeli tak to jak się sprawdza pytam ponieważ też chcę go kupić. Posiadam ATAS 1000 DCT ale jeździłem ww. ktm 3 razy na jazdy testowe i zakochałem się w tym silniku a konkretnie jego mocy.
      Pozdrawiam z pod Białegostoku.

  • @toltod
    @toltod ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This indicator issue will cause accidents. Not good.

  • @Fernando90054
    @Fernando90054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    KTM is a “new” brand in the global market that made a nice path of evolution but there are a lot of little inconvenient flaws that they have to address until they can compete with BMW or even with some Japanese manufacturers in what concerns to reliability matters. The problem about the indicators is one example, unacceptable on a bike of this price range...My adventure with KTM is over now, I traded my KTM SDGT for a BMW S 1000 XR and I’m glad that I made that return . Thanks for the video. Truth is a Bixx! 👍🏻

    • @carlosprieto4580
      @carlosprieto4580 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mulltistrada Pikes Peak......the number one

    • @Fernando90054
      @Fernando90054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carlosprieto4580 good machine, no doubt. Technical assistance maybe an issue if you’re out on a long trip outside your comfort zone…✌️✌️

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, now that's a change here! the SDGT is such a rare machine here yet at the same time to me personally it's super interesting and intriguing. Makes me wonder what made you replace it with an S1000XR. I'd definitely put these two head-to-head. However, SDGT is so rare that I'm not even hoping to find any demo bike anywhere.

    • @Fernando90054
      @Fernando90054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow hi V-told🙌
      My change of bike has two main reasons:
      The first is that the bike has some minor electronic bugs that were becoming worrying issues because the technical assistance wasn’t right for the machine, brand and price cost at all. This wasn’t acceptable.
      The second reason is that I tried the Bmw S 1000 XR, 2021 model and found the bike Flawless. Besides, if you buy a new BMW, you have almost in every part of the world a competent technical assistance for it. I’m not a mechanic or software engineer, so I value a lot reliability of the brands in what concerns to service after purchasing. I felt not secure going on a long trip with the SDGT. So what the hell was I doing with a bike of those characteristics? I don’t have anymore the age or desire to buy something expensive just to show. I buy a big bike so I can use it for the purpose it was meant or I simply don’t buy it at all.
      My conclusion is that KTM is on the right path but they have to go a long way until they can match with some motorcycle brands like BMW or the Japanese brands.
      I say this about KTM but my opinion is the same about Italian and British brands.
      They lack on customer assistance outside their countries Territory. They’re not worldwide brands yet. They pretend to be but they aren’t there yet. And I’m talking only concerning the EU market.
      Be well my friend and keep on bringing content about this machines we love. I think your channel rocks!✌️✌️

  • @Maximus77s
    @Maximus77s ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you're doing a great work. Thanks

  • @hrmacdonald4471
    @hrmacdonald4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for another interesting and honest video on this adventure bike. You mentioned you have tested all the big adventure bikes but I can't find any mention of the Yamaha Super Tenere 1200. The Super Tenere seems to be an awesome bike with all the bells & whistles. I would love to see you do a video on this bike.
    Thanks again for all your great content!

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I actually have spent some time with Yamaha Super Tenere 1200 once it was first launched years ago but it was such a long time that I cannot say much more than it resembled an R1200GS at that time, just perhaps not being as well-engineered in most areas. The second thing I remember is that my knees were getting stuck against the fairings around a fuel tank due to it being too close to the rider. My knees aren't particularly long but a flat surface was limiting my space there - very strange actually. Not sure how much of help this is but since this bike is no longer in production, I bet we'd do best by waiting for a new generation is there's going to be any in the future.

    • @hrmacdonald4471
      @hrmacdonald4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@VToldsMotoShow Thank you for reading & taking time to respond. I think the Super Tenere is still in production as of 2022 and have made some updates since its first production date back in 2012 (?). I have not seen a bad review on this bike and it always gets high accolades from owners and reviewers. I think the only negative comment is the ST is under-powered but I think it can be flashed for an extra 20hp. The ST has all the features an adventure bike requires...electronic suspension, cruise control, shaft drive, VG wind protection, rugged & a million mile motor. Thanks again for all your great video's!

    • @bradleybaker8894
      @bradleybaker8894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@VToldsMotoShow I would also like to see your review of the current Yamaha Super Tenere 1200. A review from years ago is not relevant to me. It might be to someone looking to buy a used bike, but probably not the majority of your viewers.

    • @craigfinnegan8534
      @craigfinnegan8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hrmacdonald4471 I had a Super Tenere for 6 months before I couldn't take it anymore. Painfully top-heavy so that it was almost unworkable off-road, and it's minimal agility disappeared altogether once loaded up at touring weight. And yes, power delivery was relaxed to the point of almost being a little sluggish. It's a mystery to me why Yamaha never improved on the ST in any serious way, which doomed it among the evolving competition from other ADV bikes. It makes me wonder (hope, actually) that Yamaha has decided to re-introduce it with a more powerful version of the Tenere 700 - lighter and more off-road oriented than the ST we've known.

  • @sobedaytona
    @sobedaytona 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review as usual. You should give a shot to the 1290 superduke GT. The perfect bike in my opinion.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I also think that 1290 Super Duke GT may be absolutely fantastic. I'd love to try it as already a few years ago this bike caught my attention. So far I haven't been able to find one to ride. But I won't stop looking! I sat on one a few weeks ago and it fit ma really well - that I already know. The rest except for its engine - remains a mystery. Thanks for a suggestion!

    • @Crust2013
      @Crust2013 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow nah weak review

  • @pierrekawa76
    @pierrekawa76 ปีที่แล้ว

    Salut ,j ai la ADV R 2023 😂le 1290 ADV R idéal plus pour la route ne serait t elle pas avec les roues de la S ,à rayon ou bâton,en 19 et 17 avc ces plus gros pneus😮ça fait petit là taille des pneus de la R pour une si grosse moto 😢

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know what you said exactly and google translate failed me but I can tell you this: 1290 Super Adventure R FOR THE WIN. I love that beast.

  • @michsky46
    @michsky46 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chain and off road is very logic. Dont talk if dont know!
    A change of gear ratio for many way better than cardan

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh Jesus, now I’m convinced.

    • @michsky46
      @michsky46 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VToldsMotoShow cheaper and lighter

  • @laagkupol3019
    @laagkupol3019 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my dream adventure bike

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      It definitely deserves to be in the dream area - I'm with you!

  • @Rumpelstiltskin999
    @Rumpelstiltskin999 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wanted to buy ktm 1290 advanture . beautiful bike for long trips.Then i found out many owners after only 6000 km have problems with fuel pump , battery.electronic warnings (can't start engine) The most parts off the bike is made in china,to cut the price of the bike.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Those price cuts don't seem to be very effective though. They've just raised the prices of the 1290s by approx. 5% with no apparent improvements to the bikes themselves.

  • @maldridge7630
    @maldridge7630 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Scottoiler; YES!
    I have it on my 2 bikes; have not had to tighten my chain on my bikes with 7,000 miles on both because of constant lubing. But why get it from KTM?? they already nickle and dime every tiny molecule. Buy it from Amazon and install it yourself. Also, just put regular synthetic oil in it, no need to buy the Scottoiler special oil; that's a bunch of bull (KTM-esque greedy mentality).
    HOWEVER; after this review, I know KTM will never be for me because of design defects, poor workmanship, greed, and reputation for being super unreliable.

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's a pity but the reliability may be quickly verified as in the examples in the video.

  • @elvisthewart670
    @elvisthewart670 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the cost of the 1st service in the uk if anybody knows thanks

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd recommend calling your nearest dealer - they will know and it will be accurate for your specific area.

  • @krzysiek.80
    @krzysiek.80 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Witek. Świetny materiał. Czy nie myślałeś może żeby robić również taki sam materiał po Polsku? Pozdrawiam

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dzięki i cieszę się. Myśleć myślałem, ale nie ma chyba powodu, który przekonałby mnie, aby to zrobić. Jeśli by się uprzeć, to TH-cam może wygenerować automatycznie tłumaczone "ze słuchu" napisy po polsku i też jest to jakiś pomysł, choć jakość tego może być wątpliwa podejrzewam.

  • @maldridge7630
    @maldridge7630 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please consider getting your hands on a Kawasaki Z H2 SE and finally doing a review on a reliable and amazing bike (2 terms which can never be used together when referring to European bikes).

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, this may be a too hardcore of a bike for me in terms of its focus on being sporty. At least that's what I'm thinking about it now without having ridden it. Thanks for the hint!

  • @SirMountainpass
    @SirMountainpass 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    From China with love😅❤️

  • @johndemmink3539
    @johndemmink3539 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two position seat

  • @operationsoperations5515
    @operationsoperations5515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Reliability issues with Yamaha........I must have got lucky all 22 times!!!

    • @VToldsMotoShow
      @VToldsMotoShow  ปีที่แล้ว

      Let's hope for keeping a 100% score then.