👍 Been eyeballing those at my local dealer but still not confident in KTM’s reliability but been Japanese bike since the 60’s so pretty set in my ways I guess. I know they are selling really well and I think it would be the daily driver if I pulled the pin. Congrats! Bet your enjoying it.
I've only put about 70 miles know it, but so far it's an absolute blast to ride. Wanted something sporty but comfortable and more suited for street riding with the ability to do an occasional track day. Considered an mt-10, streetfighter v2, tuono, and triumph speed and street triples.....the KTM was the only one which checked all the boxes. Reasonably priced as well.
I almost went back to Triumph but the Speed Triples are expensive and sound like electrical nightmares......lots of big issues. The biggest issue with the KTM sounds like weeping countershaft seal and valve cover seal which I can easily deal with. Also hoping the 3rd year of the bike has worked out those issues.
Test rode the 890 a couple of months back, a bit small between my legs, but what a blast to ride. Waiting on the 990, hopefully, next year it comes out, have seen the spy photos.
yeah, excited to see what the new 990 brings. Should be pretty good. The bike is such a good "fun" bike.....really maximizes the fun factor on the street.
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