I can’t tell you how uncomfortable it made me to see you eat that Kit Kat that way 😂

I ride a t7, and I pack 2x gloves, a spare tube, tyre levers, a bead buddy, a mini jack to lift one wheel, duck tape and zip ties. Couple of sockets to fit the most common bolts. All fits under the seat of the t7

The dude took a bite out of the whole KitKat like a psychopath

I always found that an old car engine cam-belt was easy to pack and extremely useful for dragging the bike out of mud holes and gorse bushes. You can't break them and they even make ace tow straps. The teeth are good for grip too.

With your experience and abilities on your 300, you’re gonna nail it on the 890. Looked like a cool ride, narrating was awesome & entertaining as always! Good times ahead, looking forward to more adventure content 🤘

For tools to carry on an adventure bike, I would say: tire puncture repair kit is most important (air pump), the tools you used to change oil, and spark plug, remove gas tank, (there are many T25 torx bolts on my KTM). Then things like thread locker, zip ties, electric tape. Don’t bring the whole socket set, or wrench’s, just the pieces related to the size bolts on your bike.

Hearing that Tenere exhaust brings a smile to my face. KTM made a great bike, but the Tenere is a fantastic value and sounds wicked.

Hells yes! Well done mate. Cross-skill between the adv and enduro bikes is awesome. Switching between my T7 and 21 EXC tpi I find that engine speed is the greatest difference: the T7 can lug through anything at low revs and the EXC wants constant high revs. Also learning to steer with the rear on the adv makes for more speed through the corners - scary to begin with but heaps of fun once mastered. Keep up the good work mate - we love it!

Brilliant mate, more of this content will be epic . I ride a tiger 800 (as well as off road bikes) and was nice to see this type of video. appreciate your efforts bud✌🏼

Love the video man and looking forward to seeing more of this type of content. I’ve a T7 and absolutely love some of the places it takes me. Been putting videos up each week of some of my adventures, hopefully will make it over to wales again this year too. Anyway keep it up 👌🏼

If your looking for good duel sport tires or even dirtbike tires I suggest shinko duel sport 705s or if your just looking for a good dirt tire try the Dunlop MX33s. You won’t be disappointed with either

Thanks for confirming that the 890 is easy to ride on trails like these if you got some enduro skills before! Loving this content.

Another great vid, get some pivot pegs, they make a huge difference. Keep up the mix of enduro and adventure, loving it

Yo! Loving the new adv content! Few months back picked myself up a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro and it was one of my best decisions adding a adv bike into the garage! Keep up the good work and keep the content coming!

I really liked your 1st ride vid. You have purchased a fine machine for sure. While your bike is muddy, you can practice laying it over and then picking it up. Due to the unique gas tank design, it is supposed to be easier to pick up than most bikes of its class.

Love it! Happy to see you enjoying adventure riding. Planning for a day trip I pack a manual tire pump, safety wire/pliers, roll of tape, basic toolkit(2-3 common sized wrenches), tire levers and a spare tube. Also a 3 month old smashed snack bar somewhere in the pack, just in case. That's usually enough to make sure I can either get home or somewhere safe.

Great vids mate, do like the adventure bikes stuff and do look forward to seeing more come along in action. 😎👍

Looks great, been following the enduro for a bit, but super stoked to see ya on a big bike and offroading it already! As far as traction control goes, I recommend not turning it off initially but just using it in rally mode. When I was getting used to mine I rode offroad throttle response (I came from a underpowered 250 so I had to get used to instantaneous power), but street throttle now. Basically 9 is for rain and saving tires/less amount of spin as possible, it's the same to what you'll find on rain mode, 7-8 is for when you want to not spin up a lot but good for general dirt roads and what I use on road (I use when I want the bike to help save the tire for me), 5-6 is what I recommend for the roads in the video, able to spin up a bit but without getting out of hand till you're used to the bike. 3-4 when you wanna have fun with the rear end but just ride general trails or dirt/gravel roads. 1-2 for single track when it's tacky or loose dirt/gravel/mud/sand and you wanna get the tire spinning without thinking or have lots of spin on gravel roads. Tc off (have to go to the mtc menue and hold button with throttle off but it'll turn off if you cycle keep in mind) for when it's mud bog, sand, snow and you need full wheel spin to keep momentum. I prefer riding it in rally mode because it keeps the mode saved no matter how often you stop and turn off the bike, and it's fast to go from high tc to low. For abs just stick it in offroad abs and leave it till you get back on road if you want, turning abs off off doesn't have a great effect for most people and will only help them not fall in 90% of cases, I'll only run abs off off on enduro stuff and even then offroad abs is fine, and usually in tc 1 or 2 less there's some hill climbs or sloppy stuff. For gear that I bring with me; space blanket, first aid, saw (to make shelter or fire, weatherproof matches, co2 launcher to set a bead if needed, tire plugs (yes you have tubeless), 21"tube and wrenches ofc, tire inflator of some sort (mini compressor is good for airing up and down, (don't go lower than 28psi on that front unless you're ready to buy a new rim)), paracord, water and water filtration, energy chews or bars, inreach, compass and map of the area unless you know it super well, whistle incase you're pinned under bike and need help (or if there's another fisky adv rider), the saw can double as bike stand if you have branches near by but if you don't maybe a bike stand is a good idea, tool kit can get filled out on top of what comes with the bike. The bike is super capable, you picked a good one! I'm sure you'll enjoy it, there's plenty of mods I can recommend but it's all dependent on the person. Those tires were good for the start but they fell off quickly, puncture resistance was fine, and better on road then dirt. My rear mitas E-09 (dakar) lasted 5k on average but gripped better than the karoo3 ever did all the way down to nubs at 6000km. E-13 looks like it would serve well for the terrain in this video, if you don't mind some noise on the roads. I'm on a d908rr rear now because it's cheaper for me in the PNW in NA, but if the mitas are a good price for you I would recommend. If you wanna peep my credentials I got some vids up of my bike riding on the channel. Cheers, hope this helped answer some questions!

Dude, I just found this channel by this video and let me say that I am so STOKED to see more videos from you on the 890. Also you got some incredible riding where your at!!! So jealous!!!

Nice real world ride, thanks for sharing. The 890 is my current "gotta have it" bike.

I’m traveling America (Chicago to Balcarce, Argentina) on a GSA 850, right now I’m Costa Rica… I wish I had your skills! I like doing off-roading but I’m much slower (I blame it on the weight) 😂. Still loving every minute of it. Keep on sharing your rides!

cant wait to see more of this mate looks awesome

I'm sure it's been mentioned, but a portable battery air compressor is game changer. Air down to about 16-18 lbs and then back up to 36 or whatever your preference when you're back on asphalt...

Hey dude, long time 790R owner, when offroad as a beginner switch your bike into offroad mode, it calms it down a bit and make sure ABS is set to offroad and traction control is off completely. It can get you into trouble on gravel. Happy riding man cant wait for the adv content

im so happy for you that you have this freedom and you can do what you love

Me and my mates have just started out on the 890 and it’s been great, we have tubeless plug repair kit, Co, 12v pump and the standard tools for now. Hoping to go around the TET in Spain & beyond.

Great vid. I’ve got a 790 duke, but tempted with the adventure. Lots of exhaust options out there to make it sound better

I bump into Adrian every time I’m riding in Mid Wales. 😂 great guy.

Congrats for 200k sub!! love your videos

Funny lad 😊 it’s always nice to listen to funny lads. That sounded like hell of a fun, which is what offroading, and bikes in general should be all about. Cheers!

love it! Glad you found a friend.

what a nice trail you got there keep on riding my friend nice vid👍👍

Planning a trip through Southern Utah and Northern Arizona in April, around 2,000 miles total. I ride a Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. May explore some dirt roads and forest trails but the riding will be mostly on pavement. Thought about camping, but it's still cold at night in Utah and I want to keep my gear to a minimum. Thanks for your video. Nice production value, great sound and visuals.

Hi. I watched your video where you say it's the first time you ride a dual purpose motorcycle in the field. In my humble opinion, you're just a great rider, or you're just an experienced rider without fear of overturning or dropping the motorcycle, something that always sits on the side of my brain and pecks at me like a crow. Keep it up, I wish you zero falls or motorcycle crashes.

Just got my first ADV as well KTM 890 Adventure R and I love it! Great video!!

Mate that looked wicked. As mentioned before I ride my adventure bike of road (when I get the time) I consider myself to be awful at it, but I have the best time. Love this sort of video and hope you do more then - altho your enduro vids are great too lol

Don't turn traction control off, just set ride mode to Rally and change slip as you go or as the situations dictates. I preferred Street throttle response myself, but you might wanna give Rally throttle a go. Also set ABS to offroad so that you can lock the rear up. Get rid of the Karoo3 tires. They slip sideways real easy and are treacherous af. Go with something like the Mitas E-09 or Motoz Rallz/Desert if you want something decent offroad but still road worthy and pretty durable. Remove the rubber inserts from the footpegs, they get real slippery when wet and muddy. Also, about the sound. Wings, Dobermann or Remus slip-ons sound bloody awesome and is a stupid easy install. If you want to take it to a whole other level remove the cat and install a rottweiler intake. It'll roar like a thousand dragonbears.

love this episode!

Congrats on 200k! 🤙

You became less cautious following him and it amped up your ADV skills. Well done. Looks like you had a lot of fun.

I like TC in Rally mode set at about 3-5 is enough to let the front wheel loft when needed and can have some fun drifting around a turn but won't step out completely sideways. If you hit some washboard and starts to cut off you can drag the rear brake to keep the wheelspin down and power up. I set throttle response to rally in more gnarly stuff that needs the front lofted to get out of holes and what not, but then set to offroad on easier stuff so your arms don't get sore from all the hard hitting power.

Great vid and seems the bikes are far more ridable off road than i thought,what part of wales are those trails in as looks a good place to ride

Great vid, nice to one being used as it should. Haven't ridden stuff like that since my KTM 450EXC. Used to carry wrenches, sockets, pliers, wire, spark plugs, tyre plugs and a hand pump.

Long adventuring day: Water. Lots of it. Snacks. Lots of 'em. Spare Front + Rear Tubes. Trail Stand for propping up the bike to remove/reinstall wheel. Trail Tool with every nut/bolt size for wheels (make sure to undo all wheel nuts/bolts and do them up with the Trail Tool to ensure you can undo them with the tool should you need to). Hand Pump that can go to the right pressures. Gaffa/Duct Tape. Electrical Tape. Multi-Tool. Screwdrivers. + and -. Puncture Patches/Adhesives. Then the usual stuff like spares gloves, goggle lenses, phone, GPS, wallet etc.

I thought I should let you know, you earned my like with the kit-Kat. The sub is because your amusing. Keep having fun guy.

Brilliant content as always

Put it in Rally Mode, slip control 0 to 9 & ABS Offroad which no interference rear brake & partial on the front, read the manual explains real well.

I really enjoyed your video. Thanks

I love this video. Thanks for sharing!

Really do like the new bike its a awesome machine may you have many safe trips. Keep up the great video

Love the content man!

I just picked up my 890 R. Cant wait to get it on the trails in 2 weeks.

Good stuff! I can't wait for the snow to melt so I can go hit some trails.

I've got an 890 as well, traveling Idaho to Alaska this spring. We have of course the flat repair kit, but also the Airmoto inflator. It's compact and light, charges quickly. It's a sweet tool for adjusting tire pressure really fast.

Great stuff!!

I love How it looks I wish I had this in my country, un new to offroad, afraid of falls AND all my scenery Is like forest with steep Hills up AND down I want to but do not know How people do, stand up on a dusty Hill Is just so difficult! But cheers for the Views!

Adv bikes rule, especially the 790/890R ! The T7 is nice too! Loving this content …. More please!!

loving the content and the singing lol haha the levellers beautiful day lol haha class tune lol, also loving the fact your mixing things up, great job

I’m an all round experienced rider having experienced most types of bike. Just done 13000miles in Central America off road and with a surf board and guitar. I used a honda Xr 190 and I am now converted to riding smaller bikes. I would not have liked to do my journey on a larger bike as they are too heavy and therefore limited. I now have reintroduced the beauty of riding also through being on a smaller bike.

bring a 21" tube and spoons with you, the 790/890 stock rims are butter and eventually you will bend one once you start picking the speed up. pick up a set of wrap around hand guards, and once you break a mirror go to the double take units. The Camel ADV clutch arm is worth the money. I like the Motoz Rallz rear tire and AX41 front for a mix of riding (the rallz front wanders on the road badly for me). ADV bikes are really fun in their own unique way

What microphone are you using with the GoPro media mode?. Great video! Where about where are you riding?

Great call on the adventure bike - get into the TET, trans European Trails. 👍 Whereabouts is this byway?

Great video and looks bloody awesome. Loved how you were dodging the puddles at the start as not to get her dirty 🤣 can’t wait for the next adventure and let’s hope you make another friend. Ooo friend 👍🤣🤣

Awesome video as always, i love my 790 Adv R you can use the weight and it’s momentum to get over most obstacles with ease. The tyres aren’t great as standard and i would also recommend getting the KTM power-parts Rally foot pegs they just make life so much easier when you’re stood up off-road for long periods of time. No need to turn TC off completely, just use the rally mode and adjust it down until you are happy with it, i normally use 3-4 that lets it slip a good amount before cutting in i find. You should check out the Sweetlamb Baja Series for adventure bikes too, that’s a great event that runs 3x per year 2x 2hr races on a Saturday and a 3hr race on Sunday excellent fun for adventure bikes! Enjoy the new bike! I look forward to more content on what you get up to with it 👍

On my basic list : spare tube, reamer tool/puncture repair kit, foot pump, cable ties, decent rope (car towing if needed), KTM ALU tire levers, hex and torx tool and bits, Garmin watch (for emergency TXT feature and compass and maps-navigation) and a friend on a 2nd bike. I did the TET in Belgium once alone in rainy conditions, got in a tricky situation between 2 small rivers in slippery muddy trail of 1 meter width with an 1190R, stuck between twigs and the bike after an attempt to jump a 1m deep hole ( Chris Birch style but failed big time ), said to myself to never do that alone anymore :)

The extra weight can really smooth out certain terrain. I took my 750 DrBig over the mountains from the horseshoe pass, very capable bike.

I love your excitement of making a friend, lol I too am like this.

New to your channel but loved this video great stuff

A lot of us here in oz are ditching the bigger heavier adv bikes and choosing 500 to 700cc bikes .for my self trying to pick up the big adv bikes after a stumble was getting a bit old .

Ride it like a 300 mate - rally mode - offroad , use the clutch - Awsome , always take a mini 12v pump and tyre plug type repair kit for tubeless tires

12v pump and puncture kit, racks and soft panniers, I use a 5m x 5m dd hammocks tarp and extendable tarp pole,packs smaller than a tent, lite weight 3 season sleeping bag,small ground sheet and a UL 80 sleeping matt, spare levers,spare gear stick and brake pedal,proper hand guards like bark busters and good quality crash bars, we go away 3 times a year for 4 to 6 day trips offroad on Welsh tet and great Western tet and trf trails on our 600cc bikes and this year we doing some trips to Scotland and Europe mainly tarmac and gravel roads on the big adventure bikes like the ducati desert x and African twins for the easy stuff

If you have Rally mode enabled (not just Off Road mode) you can adjust traction control to 9 settings on the fly with the up/down buttons. I heard that the true Rally mode on the new KTM 890s is only temporary and times out after a few months and you need to pay a KTM dealer to enable it permanently. I have a 2020 Adventure 790 R and it is permanent from the factory. KTM likes to make extra money now on things that should be included.

Awesome video mate, love my 790 so great choice 👌 What trails were you on

looked like a blast, and some beautiful country. Things i usually take on a longer ride or overnight are: backpack with water bladder, on the outer ''bottle pouches" i put two msr feul canisters just in case, small tool kit with (pliers/multitool, some sockets and a socket wrench, plugs/patches for tires, couple of zip ties, DUCT TAPE, ) flashlight, a small can of fix a flat (mainly because it has enough pressure to inflate a tube/tire not necessarily for stopping the leak), tire guage, small ifak/first aid kit, socks (multiple uses other than just wearing), and recently added one of the small battery jump starters that has usb ports for charging phone too, lighter, some spare fuses, spare bulb for headlight, snacks, and of course some Toilet Paper.

I've got a 1290 SAS and I've done a lot of dirt and gravel and even some forestry roads. I always wonder how the non-knobby alloys would fare on a rocky road like this one.

how excited you got for a new friend

I don't see off-road, all I see is great roads =) cheers mate!

Great vid, loved it. I’m also new to the adventure bikes and also have the 890 R. Where was that trail I’d love to head out there.

Good to see that others eat kit-kat's like me! When im not alone. Pissing people off is the greatest thing there is!

I had an KTM 890 and loved it. I should never have sold it. I am currently looking for another one. Great video, I am a first timer on your channel. Nice content.

Smiles for Miles!!

Great little video as I've just got a Tenere 700 > Moving from Enduro/MX Bikes as too old now for the hardcore stuff - Couple of quick questions >> Are you the same Midwest as in Melksham (Wilts)? - Also where were those Trails ?? Cheers - and Thanks for a good little Moooovie

I have been watching your videos for while, good stuff. Just starting my adventure with offroad riding and I'm looking for some nice roads where to go around Wales. Which place would you recommend for start. Thanks

Nice ride bro👍😉

The 70/30’s on my 390 need to go asap! Sick bike

Well when you ride in the Winter get electric electric vest and/or a heated grips heated seat, works. Really well plug them into the bike

Love it. Well done.

Be careful, Adventure riding is addictive! there will be no going back.

Hello from NH USA...Refreshing Chanel!! I have been riding for many years. Can appreciate learning a new style of riding. Miss my adventure bikes klr650 and also a ktm 1090r. Looking to get back into it. Toss between your bike and the new 901 E.

I too have a little piggie... I have found little piggie really likes to have the tires aired down offroad, I carry a small compressor and air piggie back up for the street. Cheers.

I ride an AT. My bike has the tool kit in a tool tube, I carry a spare tube and a baja no pinch tool for tire repairs. GPS on the tower. Tow strap for stuck bike, bead breaker, tire irons are under the seat. In my pack I carry spare map, lunch, good first aid kit with a tourniquet and mylar blanket, and a small air compressor. Thats it.

Great video mate, lovely scenery and love your bike, where a bout were you riding, looked like wales to me?.

I like to carry puncture repair kits and all that kind of stuff. Just what I plan on longer trips. Not overnight just what's in my backpack.

mate, great down to earth commentary, refreshing. i live in nz now, but used to live in llanidloes....where abouts you riding in this film mate?

Rally mode is really good, no need to shut TC off if you dial down to 1-3 - it can actually get you more traction since it tames the 100hp cleanly.

A thing I've never seen before: Eating a kitkat like that. The rest on the video was a blur after that :) Good video ( I'm guessing ) 😂

You have BMW GS mirrors on a KTM. Lol that’s funny. Great video!

If riding off road in remote areas I always carry a Garmin InReach GPS that has a feature which can request help via satellite SOS button that sends your exact GPS position and allows text messaging via satellite also. The iPhone 14 also has satellite rescue features, which include accident detection and will prompt you to ask if you want to cancel the request if you don’t want the cavalry to come to the rescue.

Great video and excellent terrain. I have the non-R version and still getting to know it. I like the R but at 5’8” it’s just too tall. So far so good. I’m planning to do a three week trip to the US to ride a section of the Trans America Trail next year. My aim is to get as close to a GSA riding position as possible being, for me, ideal for sitting and standing. Lower pegs and bar risers should achieve that, 60/40 off/on tyres and soft luggage are the next purchases. Look forward to the next episode. Cheers, Ian

Ideal bike for this type of riding quite fancy it myself👍