The bigger draw for the KTM is the better all-around performance of the bike. I know the CRF has some issues at low-speeds with flame-outs and I dread the idea of having to pay for a new ECU to fix this ~$700. From what I understand the KTM has a weaker subframe and the service intervals seem like a pain in the ass for a long-haul ride.
Its all-new parallel-twin engine was compact but powerful, striking a balance that would resurface almost thirty years later in bikes like the Honda Africa Twin, KTM 890 Adventure, and yes, Yamaha’s own Ténéré 700. Eric exploring Oregon's backcountry on the Ténéré 700. Yamaha was back in the race with their new twin-cylinder Ténéré.
Mikey has two 700s. How to these radically different bikes compare in the dirt?*Mechanical Issues*
Tenere 700; Africa Twin CRF1000L ADV S; R1200GS Adventure (Factory Low) Zega Pro Pannier System, 31/38L, KTM 690 Enduro / R (2018 & Older) Starting at: $1439.00.
KTM EXC are good bikes, but the comfort is bad, and service intervals are brutal. KTM 690 / 890 are ok, but reliability is very bad. The closest ones to "perfect" for me are the CRF 300 Rally or Tenere 700. The dream would be to have something in-between these two, with similar reliability.
If you want a light and powerful bike but more maintenance, go for an enduro/motocross to supermoto conversion. Something like 250/300 2stroke or 450/500 4stroke. Ktm, husqvarna, husaberg, beta, fantic, yamaha (yz, yzf), sherco, tm. If you want a reliable but heavy bike then get a 690, 701, older te 500 husqvarnas or something like that.
It also has the tallest ground clearance of all T7s with 10.2 inches, or 260 millimeters. When it comes to technology, the Ténéré 700 Extreme continues to be powered by Yamaha’s highly
2023 KTM 690 Enduro R Buyer’s Guide [Specs, Price + Photos] Don Williams-May 22, 2023 0. Yamaha Tenere 700 + Heath Cofran from Alpinestars. by Motos and Friends by Ultimate Motorcycle.
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