KTM 690 Enduro Review: What You Need to Know Before You Buy!
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FYI, 2:07 A slipper clutch isn't any different on acceleration. It's a tool for not skidding the rear as much under engine braking
Excited about the new channel. I love that you guys are constantly trying new things and creating great content the whole time. Keep up the great work.
A review I can most definitely identify with. Kudos Roman and the TFL gang. 👍
Ok so I’ve been following you guys on trucks. But I had no idea you did bikes as well. Jeez. You guys are kicking ass and putting out the info mpg I’m constantly looking for. Thank you guys so much. Very very impressed with your channel
Very cool to see a review of a motorcycle! Suggestion if you guys can get a KLX 250 to review. There are only a couple reviews for this bike and it was refreshed almost a year ago. Love this channel!
Excellent video man. Very informative. I'm new to 690 and loving it. Been doing a bunch of vids on it showing how we set it up for both touring and for short riders. You look pretty tall. Us short guys have a challenge with it. I learned some good tips with this vid. Thanks.
The worst mpg I've gotten on my '15 is is the mid 40s with hard off road riding. Usually 52-54 ridding a mix of pavement and gravel. Best was in the 70s cruzing around the Smokey Mountains.
I got the wings exhaust this spring. Save weight, runs way cooler, and sounds great. Totally worth it.
I bought one in 2008 and still own it and still love it. The slipper clutch is not for going over rocks it's for when you downshift for deceleration so your rear wheel doesn't lock up. And that little switch underneath the seat that adjusts your power settings also. You can go from a low end to a nice street or a full-out race I have a switch on the handlebars so I can switch it on the Fly. Love you Roman love your Jeep and your car reviews but your motorcycle ones are a little weak
Awsome man! Will be anxiously waiting the full review.
Just a little note, KTM isn't german. It is from Austria.
TheViolentPixie wherever it's from it's not a Japanese so as always caution
Yeah lol. German? 0-60 was pretty bad hehe but well there is a vid...
"Anschluß" 2.0 here we go again
Australian
Luke moto caution?? Ktms dominate the cross country circuit, are producing fuel injected 2 strokes, and have won the Dakar rally more than any other bike. They’re more expensive than Japanese bikes for a reason.
I used to use quads and dirt bikes a lot, but after pushing it a bit too far (and hitting middle age), I hardly ever do so now. Still, I can't lie that watching this vid reeeeeeeeeally makes me want to get back into it. Oh, the 0-60 run was about 7.5 seconds.
Pleasantly surprised and welcomed this intro to the 690 thanks TFL
a review on a dirt bike riding the gravel straight - VERY informative
Great video. I haven't been on a motorcycle since I was a teenager but if I were to get one it would be an enduro.
Great video. Keep the bike reviews coming! Can you get your hands on any street bikes? Yamaha, Harley, Indian, Honda, Ducati....
I haven't ridden the 690 but I own a Husqvarna 701. I've measured between 49 and 63MPG, 49 being a tank mostly off-road and 63 being mostly state highways. Top speed is well over 100 and it gets there quick. That said the 701 has the new LC5 engine with about 10% more HP, in addition to the added counterbalance and a few other updates. I hear the 690 has better low-end torque than the 701.
LC4
There the same thing ktm bought husqvarna
Icon riding shoes! Hope they still make those. I had a pair about 6-7 years ago. Good quality and great style.
Awesome! Huge TFL fan. Been waiting for a series like this from you guys. Wishing I was the one doing the riding haha. Let me know if you want to use my 1290 super adv R to do a review? I'll bring it to you.
Been watching your reviews for years and always enjoyed them. I rode the White Rim trail back in 1971 on my Suzuki 250 savage 2 stroker. We had to pack a extra gallon of gas to make it round trip from Dead Horse Point it was a very long day back then. Last time I rode it on my DRZ400 in 2002. Made it back to camp by 2:30 in the afternoon and hadn't hit reserve. Legs still felt like rubber for a couple days. hehehe
I was living in Arvada Co. and used to also ride Rampart range. Trail 10 Top of the World was my favorite trail then. I would Park at the Chatfield Dam inlet and we always had to stop at the sprucewood bar for Chilli before calling it a day. I'm guessing you did all that too. Hope you get lot's of smiles and miles on your KTM
Nice work Roman, as I am now 59 years old these type of bikes seem appealing. Not sure I want to wrestle 600 lb , 1200's off road!
What an awesome review! :D Love it!
I hope you are loving the bike. I ride a 2010 690 and I love it!
Very nice. I like those & the *KTM Dukes* and the new Husky FE versions. I had the *Husqvarna TR650 Terra* (updated bmw 650GS) before KTM bought them out (yet right after BMW). They were slightly under the same Hp to weight and it was way to much power for any decent offroad with the longer gearbox. I agree on the mileage range, maybe aftermarket might have a oversize tank option, like they do for the hybrid MX versions ( ktm Xc, husky fx, Yamaha yz250fx, honda crf450rx)
*As for the seat just have it shaved then a soft gel put in, is usually a cheap option*
Just rode the 690, 3000 km in Romania, that seat sure makes one stand up 👍🏼 Note: The dial under the seat 0-3 is for engine mapping, huge difference in power distribution. Enjoy
Great video. I can't believe Roman ride bike. Wow! I wonder what about the other TFL crew.
Nice video ....
will you be reviewing Top Tier, Mid Tier & Bottom Tier bike’s or just the ones you come across?
Awesome video Bro, but maybe consider some goggles or dualsport/shielded helmet...we need you doing more of these.
slipper clutches only slip on deceleration.
thats a clutch line and yes they are both steel braided (hydraulic).
pretty sure the dial under the seat is a map switch, nothing to do with ocatane. its just different levels of performance. position 1 might be for bad gas (whatever that means) and two and three are different ignition maps and the rest I believe dont do anything.
dirtrider88 Yup, this reviewer doesn’t know what he’s talking about, slipper clutch doesn’t help you “get up those big rocks” like he said. The slipper clutch is so you don’t lock up the back wheel when downshifting, because the big 690 has a lot of engine braking.
yes the position 1 on the dial under the seat is for gas under 95 degrees of octane = bad gas.
I own a 2017 and agree with you guys.
Get rid of that locking gas cap or carry a second key. Replace with an Acerbis. Dirt will get in key slot and the key may not open the cap when you are muddy in the middle of nowhere needing to fill the tank. My key snapped in the gas tank lock less than a mile from home. Had to walk home for another key. After market seat is a good idea. Great brakes. Great acceleration. A little choppy at low RPMs. Got one when they were introduced.
Nice review. I would love to see a review head to head with a 500exc. I think the extra weight of the 690 would be very apparent next to the 500 particularly in the tight stuff.
got $1500 and .99% APR on my 2018. loving it so far!
Rick Motorcycle
Still loving it?
What is the maintenance schedule like?
Would you still get the 690 if you had to do over?
I just bought one of them, pretty accurate description.
Roman, I have this bike, and I really love it!!
Well this is something different, now do Black Bear Pass or the Cliffhanger with it.😊 0 - 60 in six seconds?
Roman, man you seemed at home talking about the bike, great review. KTM1190 ADV R owner
I did not know you are a motorcycle guy. That is too cool.
Mark Gunnison
That explains why he doesn’t know that much about Jeeps, etc....
Very cool to see bike reviews.
You should do a bike shootout with a lower end dual sport and spend the price difference in mods to see how they stack up.
I get a solid 65 to 70 mpg on my 2017 at 60 to 65 mph. MPG goes down quick at higher speeds!
oh man motos are my passion im so happy to see this!
I really am looking forward to see your Review of the new KTM 790 adventure
More bikes test please👍 great vid
The WINGS exhaust cures a lot of issues with the 690. Good service from WINGS as well. Just have to wait for the order to arrive. More power, better sound, and less heat. Seat Concepts also fixes that board wrapped in vinyl that KTM provides.
jrschrum the wings exhaust is also 5 pounds lighter. th-cam.com/users/telerover
Had a 2014 690 set up for off road, really powerful but too peaky, front end washed out coz the weight is towards the back. Riding technical stuff in the UK it's too powerful, but the wide flat trails in US it's the one to have, or the FE 701. Got an FE450 now though!,
The Weird dail under the seat: Poor Quality fue mode is at position Zero, 1 is soft throttle map, 2 is medium throttle map and 3 is advanced throttle mapping.
Also the adjustment indicator is not on the dial but on the side. you will see a white line. 4-9 is basically just spare mapping positions.
I've had plenty of bikes but the KTM 690 Enduro R is my favorite bike ever. Does everything I want it to do. Sand even.
I have decided to buy the KTM 690 Enduro R. Your comments helped me make this decision. Thanks!
@@grendelprime166 Good decision and congratulations! Just came back from a 1200mile ride into the sticks and back. No issues, had a blast!
So which mapping is better fuel and best for faster torque? Setting 3?
@@zackedwards7803 So if you want the most aggressive throttle mapping setting it's setting 3.
Why does this bike cost about the same or less than a KTM 350cc exc-f dual sport?
I had a 2006 Honda XR650R but sold it. Would have kept it if it had the magic button - electric start. Kickstarting a cold 650r is NO fun.
I'm rockin a low mileage '95 KTM 620, left side kickstart only. I upgraded the carb to a 42mm flat slide which makes it 1000 times easier to start. But I feel your pain on that.. Kicking in 90-100 degree heat isnt fun either lol
How does this bike compare in size to a KLR650 for a larger rider? I'm 6'2" 173 and the KLR is quite comfortable. Just toying with the idea of a KTM like the one you are showing or it's big brother the Adventure. My KLR is fun but is a tank off road. Can't get to crazy on it. I was shocked that it would not pull the front tire off the ground in second gear. Only 1st and that's with a bit of clutching and slight pull back. I would like to be able to pull the front end up with ease but I don't want a bike that feels small to my size. What would you think about the new Adventure 1090?
Anyone free to respond please. :)
@TLFoffroad pull off the left hand white radiator shroud section. At least on the newer ktm 690's, there is a small tool bag behind it which is recessed into the black plastic with the rubber band.
Also, that doodad under the seat also adjust for an off road map, regular map and aggressive map, it's in the manual
Good video my friend, beautiful place for drive a bike, I have a friend in bourder Colorado, regards from La Serena Chile
Nice review Was there ever a follow up video to this?
ATGATT! :) Nice review. I went with a UTV for my off-road fun these days. Arctic Cat/Textron Wildcat Trail.
Awsome! Let's have more!
Very good video !!!!
Nice bike! I wish Honda would bring back the XR650R (water cooled Baja Champion in its day) but ADD electric start! The 650L hasn't been updated in years!
PowerPC. Couldn't aggre more I have a 2002 xr650r and I prefer riding it over my ktm 690.
I think the Honda and the KLR650 can’t be changed; they were grandfathered in when the emissions laws were applied to bikes. I suspect the market for a ~650cc liquid-cooled thumper with quality suspension is kinda small, or at least not big enough, for the big Japanese makers to get involved.
Just realized I was thinking of the XR650L, not R.
that bike is the best ever
PowerPC I like my 650l, but I would have gone for a 650R in a heartbeat if it had electric start.
Ummm, the "brake" line you are pointing at is your Hydraulic clutch line. Brake is on the other side of the bike.
Hey the regular guy is back
Good review.
TFL Offroad, yikes. Nice, I have follow your other channels for some time, I am a truck guy. But next to my truck is a 690 KTM and now my son in law now has a new one after riding mine. OH, I have been riding dirt my whole life, I am 69 and this is my 6th Katoom. May upgrade to the 790 next year but I am not tall, lowered my KTM 690, rides great, chow. Parker, CO
Great details.
You left out the Suzuki dr650, is it not still available in the USA?
I have a 30 year old Dr 650 and it is still awesome!
i counted 10 seconds! great video...thnx TFLoffroad
Its more like 4 if you dont cut the throttle and dont use the clutch
nice work
It needs just a tiny bit more range for it to make sense to me, luckily there are a handful of aftermarket options for that. Can't wait to graduate and get that bread so I can finally get on a bike made in this century.
Let’s have a long term review!
Holy shit! I just recognized Haystack. You're in Boulder! What trails are you riding?
Off topic Roman, but I love those Icon boots. If I could buy another pair now I would.
What happen to the longterm test ??? I am actually looking to get one and would appriciate that review!
i been debating on a xt 250 or honda 250 crfl or rally then i rode a KTM690 2010 .......I WAS JUST LOOKING FOR ATRAIL BIKE TO RIDE WITH KIDS ON THE FOUR WHEELER AND I CAN GET THE KTM FOR THE COST OF THE XT AND CRF .... o ican stand over but tip toe can this be lowered alittle
Can’t wait for Nathan’s comments on this video!!
If the 690 were 9000 instead of 11-12k, I'd buy it. Until then, I'll stick with the DR650. I bought a mint used DR with 300 miles for $3800. A 690 in that condition would be $8,0000 or more.
KTM 690 enduro is my toy ! Chanel Maninho do Rudão!👍
Nice video Roman, as always. I have the same bike, but I'm much shorter than you, at 5'8" with an inseam of 30.5" Still, I can ride this bike, tip toeing... Just saying, for shorter riders who are wondering if they can ride this tall bike... (Typical european bike, where the guys look like they are 7'2".........) Extremely fun bike to ride... 95 miles on it yesterday, sore butt today, but I still have my smile...
What is the brand Armour jacket you were wearing? Where did you purchase it? How much do they cost?
Tjhey cheap ass.
I actually prefer the small slim tank and if I go far I'll just strap a 2 1/2 gallon tank to the back. I want one of these pretty bad, just can't afford it right now. I'll have one someday. This is my dream bike, this and the Beta 500RR-S. I actually prefer this bike though and this year the 2017. I dont like the way the newer ones look. I'm trying to buy a used 2008 XR650L right now, I can actually afford it which is nice because I like the XR650L and 2008 is my favorite year of it so it's cool that I found one.
But...but... where's the end of summer/long term review???
You said there would be a revew!
Con 55 años Me baje de una Bmw gs 750 a esta bestia ktm690r y empecé a disfrutar la vida en todos los caminos: una maravilla como va!
I’d like to get some information on the maintenance for KTM/Husqvarna. I like the modern drivetrain, but don’t want to be wrenching on it more than I’m riding it.
Nice review Roman! But the bike is too small for you. KTM 790 or even more appropriate Yahama Tenere 700... You thoughts?
Pleasantly surprised to see you guys review the KTM 690. Nicely done.
What's the warranty on KTM 'bikes ?
You surprised me ROMAN,..I thought first as you entered the video,.." geez Stephen is not that tall!!"
These bike's are super fun,..great video, b.t.w. I timed the run as well as I could on my stop watch,..I got 7:55 seconds, zero to 60!
Reg Sparkes 1 year
th-cam.com/users/telerover
Did you ever do a follow-up video to this one?
We need the 1 year long term update!
Ok guys. I don't mind being incorrect on this. In fact i have money down on a new 690. But thats when with some research I found that they have a rev Limiter in 2nd and 3rd? Also unable to load maps on the ecu which means you cannot achieve full potential with intake and exhaust mods.
Also companies like fmf dont make headers for the bike since 2014. Im guessing any gear head with a welding ticket and zip it onto the factory connection though. But what to do about a new bike thats now lean? And not fuel efficienent.
This is what i have found. And i really want to be wrong.
Good video Roman. I hear KTM's are pretty high quality.
I had exceptional reliability with my lc4 640, adjust valves as scheduled and you're fine, except it's way too tall.
More skill and your 0-60 time will be much shorter, though dirt is certainly going to limit traction and times. I enjoyed my 690, rallied it but ultimately it isn't as capable as a true enduro, still falls into the DS category but definitely has off road pedigree. Its a bit heavy and the turning radius isn't up to snuff and unfortunately in 2009 (I think it was 2009) KTM took an inch out of the suspension. Still that motor, what a gem. Open terrain riding where you can open it up is just about as much fun as you can have with your pants on. 100% agree about that exhaust, get ride of it right away, chokes the bike up and it is incredibly hot. Older models you could play with the tune with tuneecu and richen it up as it runs way way to lean.
The '17> 701 has more power, better suspension and tighter turning circle - it's a better bike. There is an updated 690 on the way though (probably an orange 701).
Did you do the follow up review?
good review. doesn't seem like he has been riding very long
Kool dude, kool bike!
@TFL peeps, any update on this bike?
A Good video overall but I came in excited since this was the first (of many!) dual sport test that was giving
0 - 60 times. Hence my disappointment. Next time on pavement with an actual timer please!
The real sign that it is a premium bike is the premium price tag!
That was a clutch line you referenced as a steel brake line. Lol
Yup made a mistake, thanks for the heads-up
Firestarter he said steel braiding not steel brake line
Dan and the Boys context is everything. In the middle of talking about the brakes he referenced the steel braiding.
For instance, if I were talking about how hot my date was last night and how good she was in bed, then I said your mom’s dress looked nice. Then you’d rightfully assume from contextual awareness that I was referring to your mom.
OH NO THE SKY IS FALLING, jeez you tool, don't take when you don't have any videos any better or at all.
Luke moto poor baby! I forgot to put a trigger warning before saying the hydraulic line was for the clutch and not the brake.
Luckily for you costco sells tampons in bulk year round... go forth and cure your crimson menace... role tide!
60 in 3rd? Where do I sign up!
Whats ur jacket ?
I also own this bike 2017 model, the dial under the seat is a throttle map 0 is for bad gas one is a rain mode kind of makes the throttle smooth and soft 2 is a standard performance setting and 3 through 9 is the same and puts out the most power most responsive throttle input.. it's interesting going from map 1 to map 2 and then noticing the dramatic difference going to map 3 the throttle gets super sensitive
Wheres the long term review?
What jacket is he wearing?it's awesome
Seriously? Do you need to use the clutch for up shifting when making 0-60 times? You really know motorcycles...
Lol u dont even need to let off. Let that bitch bounce off the limiter
I just want something to use as a commuter then take it camping weekend fishing trips.