Recent content by lbjgh

@Underdog you sure? Depends on terrain I suppose. Check this video: It'll definitely go places my KTM 1290R adventure won't (shouldn't) go. LOL

@larz, I want one of those things. Have you had any issues with the cops considering they don't have pedals? Ideally I'd love to get one for comminuting in town plus some trail adventures. Where did you buy it? Directly from China or from a local supplier?

@jc100 , I do miss my SAT but the SAR is really growing on me. The favourites (quick) menus are actually better on the SAR to adjust TC and driving modes. The new bike still has all the other electronic wizardry including the $500 quick shifter software toggled ON. I’ve got the manual...

Nice to have more than one bike in the stable. My wife only lets me have one so I needed a sport bike that doubles as a dirt bike. :)

Got another KTM. I put 65,000kms on the T(ouring) and just got a 1290R. Time for another 65,000kms. :)

Congrats! I too went for a euro bike (KTM). They are sort of like having a super model girlfriend... A bit more maintenance but worth it!

My first son was two months old and mortgage payments were quite reasonable because I had a good mortgage rate of 7.2%. I was on a self imposed motorcycle hiatus which lasted until 2005.

I picked up my new wheels last Thursday and already have over 700kms I miss the smooth, refined Suzuki 4cyl but the new KTM has bonkers torque and horsepower. Plus the new bike has the safety do-dads to help reign in all that power. I'm just learning the new power curve on the V twin (more...

Lots of guys on the forums are whining that they have to take the OEM cases. I'm sure if you head over to advrider.com you'll find someone selling 'em. My wife says the OEM cases are ugly... I prefer to think of 'em as masculine.

She's at the dealer... just a little longer.

You're the second person who advised me a SA was spotted in Aurora.

woohoo! I got a call yesterday and my bike is in transit to the dealer. Won't be long now.

The wait is the most difficult part... KTM (Corporate) are AWOL and the dealerships are vague about anticipated delivery. I can buy a smartphone cover from China and know exactly when it'll be delivered to my home but KTM don't have any firm delivery dates or VIN numbers. I don't get it. I was...

Yep. I put down a deposit last November when the bike was announced. I don't care about the winter wait but the spring is flying by and I'm missing some great riding weather as you pointed out. I'll be sure to report in with my impressions when I finally get her. I've been sustained reading all...