You speak a lot of sense! I 100% agree with your Adventure bike comparisons.

Hi Aaron I posted a comment 4 months ago since then I've put 6,000 miles on my 701. I just installed a Coober ECU And it's AWESOME.........It's transformed the driveability, response, Character, not to mention the seat of the pants experience.......my pants ARE STILL ON FIRE!!! Install one you won't regret it and the install is plug & play. Also a Wings Exhaust slip-on is due to be delivered in 3 days. These 2 upgrades march perfectly with the 701. Also immediately swap out the O.E.M. magura clutch slave cylinder with an Oberon replacement. Install it as soon as you get it. Don't be like me and have the stock one blow out on top of a Mountain 100 miles from home.......with the replacement Oberon on the work bench in the garage. What ever happened to Vol 2 of the Knox 701 upgrade?

yes..black it out Knox style . Black, blue , green.. black out all the white

I've always wanted a 701 with Omega rally kit. Really styles it for lightweight adventure / rally.

Just got my 50 cc bike (a moped, I'm 15) and I am sooo hyped. When I'm older and have some kind of job I'll save up to a FE 350/450.

Great video as always! Fellow 701 enduro owner here. First thing needed is an aftermarket clutch slave, its not a case of if, its WHEN the oem fails. Other than that, stick some decent tyres on and enjoy :) Proper wicked bike and I love mine.

Totaly agree with you the 701 enduro is a great all rounder, l have a 2019 model which l am still running in. I have had the r1, 1200 gs, but my love of motocross racing l needed to go back and need a bike to do 30% road and 70 % dirt. Will look forward to more vids👍

My 701 (2019) I have changed quite a bit. Often it was my wife who suggested these changes, as I am usually one who doesn't like to dump much money into bikes. I am from a Motocross, Enduro, Trail and Dune rider this was my first legit street bike (I did ride sometimes my 520sx full tilt on roads to get to a new riding area which is legal where I am in Arizona). First one was a Seat Concepts seat. Do this, I cannot tell you how much it helps when you have a pavement section to do. Exhaust. I usually do that on my hard core supercross bikes, as I need a spark arrester, but this bike? Wow, huge difference, I got the Yoshimira must be 25% of the weight of the original thing. Here is the big thing with that exhaust too, remember it is also a catalytic converter, so it just belts out heat, it is super nice not having that dumb thing anymore. Acerbis handguards, I've tried Cyrca but they blocked my turn indicator and I kept looking like Grandpa Jenkins who has his blinker on 24/7. Tusk rear plate and 1 gallon rotopax (just installed this going to use it hopefully in 6 days if this covid-19 shit stops). Tires, I can't wait to see what you guys do for tires, I am currently using Heidenau K60. I've done some long dirt sections with them, and they are in my opinion better than the TKC's that came on the bike. I've done the El Camino Del Diablo from Yuma to Ajo, which was a shit ton of sand and what I call kitty litter. I've done the Mojave Trail, Whitemore Overloook (that was amazing), a bunch of stuff in southern Utah. They dance, they move around, but they do pretty well, where they shine is that pavement section home or back to the truck. I am on a never ending quest for tires, I want to try something different, but this is my 2nd rear Heidenau, it is almost due for a change (they last about 3000 miles). I have 7800 miles on my bike so far, it is not my primary mode of transportation, I use it to explore remote areas of Arizona/Cali/Utah. This summer I plan to do a ton in Colorado and Wyoming. Really curious what you all decide for tires, really curious.

I'd like to see a long distance setup to get to a good riding spot, offload then go ride some gnar. Extra fuel, bags, rack, etc.

Enjoyed the review, the filming, well done will follow with interest

men seeing that bike really gets me pumped, can't wait to get mine

Kudos for calling it as you see it - adventure bikes are mostly tourers. Too heavy for any offroad riding. Marketing teams are doing a good job putting pro riders on a 200 kg + bike ripping it through single tracks.

I’m toying with the idea of putting a deposit on one tomorrow. Gone back and forth between wr450 as a toy at around £6.5k, new 790 Adventure R blasting the budget at £12.5 but usable for work and this sitting in the middle. It takes me too long to earn the money so I’m reluctant to pull the trigger. Nicely timed video and good to see one being ridden properly.

I own KTM 690 Enduro '2014. Which is quite similar to 701, and I'm using it mostly for offroad. The most recommended upgrade which I made was to replace the stock shock absorber with Ohlins. It really makes a huge difference.

Great video, I have a 2018 701 enduro i have put almost 10,000 miles on about 60/40 doing backroads and camping/living off the bike for 5-10 days at a time with a few expert only sections offroad on it. I love the 701 i may upgrade suspension as it gets a bit bouncy on the road for some reason above 70 mph and wears the 50/50 front tire strangely. but off road it feels like a big version of my 300 xcw. I do not push the 701 like the 300 which I use for semi "hard enduro" however it does all things at least decent and most REALLY WELL. Great choice!

I can't believe how much the new Huskies cost. My first dirt bike was a Husky 250 XC. I was lucky enough to own a TC 610 kind of rare in the states. It was road hard and put away wet for 20 years and never let me down. It's my body that let me down I just sold it last summer. Now I'm mostly Street on my adventure bike.

Great bike. I personaly add a rade garage front kit (more wind protection, 2USB plugs, and with a GPS support), widder footpegs and stronger upper and lower bolts. And that's it!

I've got previous gen 690, pretty much same exhaust. Would recommend aftermarket like Wings purely for weight savings and it looks awesome. Also some better footpeg does wonders whilst standing.

1st upgrade, replace the oring on the clutch slave 22x2.5mm EPDM - it will fail and let you down 😉

Oh god, this is the my dreams bike. If I had $24000, I would definitely buy it.

I´d be interested to see you shave off some more of the weigt. Obvious options are slip-on exhaust (for example LV or Wings will save 2,5 kg) and Li-Ion battery (saves 2+ kg).

Thanks for the heads-up about the brake lever price. I can cross this bike off my 'possible' list now. A shame as I liked it when I rode it, but not enough to pay £50 for a brake lever. They must think their customers are stupid.

Coober usa ecu with exhaust and evap and SAS delete. I contacted coober usa for my 2020 701 enduro and they stated it's sage to do so. I love my bike but it needs more on the bottom and I don't want to change the gearing and loose my highway capability so to do that I'm hoping to add power to solve my issue. Coober usa works closely with KTM and test the oil integrity every 200 rpm during dyno testing. Does not void your warranty unlike power comander

Just seen your video. I have the KTM 690 enduro R .... A few things, the exhaust is lethal, it will burn you if the bike falls on you. Look at a rally kit like the Rade or Nomad kits,. They are good value and make a massive difference for all round use and the lights are far better than standard. I changed my BMW 1250 GS for the KTM and love this little bike. If you want to get extra fuel capacity look again at the Rade Garage solution.. Good luck with the new bike.

Compelling content ! Thanks

You should change the exhaust as it’s heavy and very hot wings is the way forward I love mine

Great video I just purchased a 2020 and very impressed, ready for your installment 2!

SAS and canister delete. Open airfilter and can. Akrapovic evo ecu map... then you are looking at near 80bhp on the rear. And perhaps a fuel dongle to avoid running it to lean. And if you want some wind protection... take a look at the Rade garage rally kit. I did all of the above, and it transformed the bike.... Much better power, No surging, and decent wind protection.

I would change the exaust. Not so much for the sound but for the looks and the weight of the thing. It’s massive. I totally agree with your opinion on ADVbike, a lot of marketing. The 701 is unique, and that’s actually a shame. Strange that you didn’t go for the LR-version.

Love the video I can’t wait to get the 701 LR when I pay off my current bike.

Top 🔝

R.I.P. Forks at 0:30... That is a HARD bottom out!!

Get rid of the seat treat yourself to a Seatconcepts via Adventure Bike Warehouse in Manchester. Better sump and engine protection from AXP, and either Barkbusters or Cycra for handguards..

Great vid

Apparently a dongle is available which allows ABS to be switched off separately on the rear brake. Flexx bars.

Great stuff - really very enjoyable

I dig the name of the company!

I really like the looks of it. It matches my helmet :) I’d probably add long distance mods for luggage, as well as engine guards and better hand guards. Or just get the KTM instead.

I think that you chould get an long range tank for it.

It's a KTM underneath, small service intervals, not the best for longer trips.

It's really strange that the supermoto comes with full handguards (albeit plastic) and the enduro doesn't. Ride it one time at night and you'll be ordering a new headlight as soon as you get off the bike lol. I put a baja designs on mine and it's ridiculously bright.

Great review!.. Actually the first good one in a long time!.. I have the 18 model.. Just loving it.. But with the stock exhaust it gets way too warm.. Maybe its better on the new one!.. Take it apart and get som grease in the "joints".. I use goldentyre 216 fatty on the front.. Just so much better 👌.. Looking forward to following your build 👍

Hey KA, i also have a new 701 too (actually mine is an LR version with the second tank). I agree what you sad about the brake lever, and the lever guard, i also snapped it on the first offroad trip. So a propper lever guard with an aluminium frame is a must have item. And yes the brake lever is not cheap:) I dont know how tall you are, but i'm a big guy, so if i stand up, the handle bar is too low for me, maybe the footpegs are too high too...i dont know yet. I will follow how your 701 project deverlops, maybe i learn something about it.

I've got the super moto version and im really looking foward to this series. I think with the cosmetics dark grey plastics to go with the new 2020 black frame would look sick. But you really should get a slip on. It really does make the bike a hole different beast.

You guys should add a windscreen and big led screen, make it is much as an adventure/enduro/offroad/trail/street bike as possible. The best all in one bike.

Fit a "710rr hardkit" to it! They're better value than the other adventure kits.

I am almost certainly buying the supermoto version of this, so I'll be interested in hearing how this bike progresses: reliability etc. Change its looks? Why? Looks perfect.

Have you had any false neutrals? My 690 gets false neutrals mainly between 5th and 6th. I installed a new spring and shifting arm from ktm twins. That has helped but hasn't fixed the issue. That being said, I absolutely love this bike. Want to get it sprung for my weight. I'm about 245 lbs. With all gear, tools and water for a day trip. This bike makes me smile every time I ride it.

Great video and I look forward to your next upgrades. I'm purchasing either the 701 LR or the KTM 790 Adventure R and am interested in which bike you've enjoyed more. I'm sure the 790 R is the better road bike, but how close does the 790 R come to the off-road abilities of the 701? The 701 is about 70 lbs. less than the 790 R, so I'm sure it's easier to handle off-road. Thanks for your thoughts.

Be very interesting to see how the bike turns out.

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Pure enduro without any keys I've found here in northern Ireland I could only insure 3rd party,, think it's because of the no steering lock may be it's changed now, 🔒🔒🤔🤔☘️☘️☘️😁😁

I love my 701 only issue I have is I can't touch the floor. Mines a 2019 no fancy electronics..

Are you guys still going to do this build? I see this video was 9 months ago, and no part 2 since then...

That bike needs a rally tower, that dinky headlight makes it look like the moped of a 90s kid, the windshield of the rally tower will help the on road comfort as well.

I would like to buy one, but now days I think about Tenere 700 as well. Similar price...

👍👍👍👍👍👍

It it is so much more nimble then an adveture bike because it is not an adveture bike :)

I'm 5'8". can I even ride a bike like this?

Hi, why do you went for Husky instead Ktm? Ktm is cheaper...

Fabulous filming location: where is that trail ?

Where is volume 2 of the project build?

tune the ecu and exaughst adds hp

Good review thanks for sharing.

God bike army Bike ????? :)

Great review Aaron 👍

Which tyres would you put on for better bite and still some road performance?

Is there any considerations of a nice sprocket combo, as far as gearing these down from the 15-46 oem. Thanks for any tips

So you get to rid it much ?

Lovely bike. I’d have one except I live in London so it’d either be nicked or I’d lose my licence in a day.

i'm 6'2, 295 pounds. Any owners of the 701 think this bike would be too small for me?

Where's the next video on this? 😉

In where can I join a group of people interested in enduro and where's the route to play off-road in UK? Thank you

Have you looked at the Nomad kits?

Did you change the slave cylinder gusket? Or clutch pump?

i need crash bars on mine because i know im gonna be pushing it lol

Where is the footage from, Wales?

بغيتكم. اخوتي. الاروبين. ظبرولي شي موطور. الله يخليكم انا من جهت وزان المغرب الا جيتو. مرحببكم

Is it the back to high for riding off road ?

when is the next episode being released ?

What a hell are you talking about?! Price is everything - 701 with rally kit costs far more than 790 adv R, in other words, you get less for much more money

Great video,great review, will you change the fuel tank with a larger one?

Blackout it maybe?

If you ever tire of it I'll graciously take it off your hands :^)

Witch’s finger lol

Terrible translation.

do this 06:47 with a 1250 pls