KTM 790 Adventure R review by KNOX

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4 жыл бұрын

KTM 790 adventure R review from KNOX
A few months ago we featured the KTM 790 Adventure R on the Knox armour channel when I got out to the KTM all new adventure Experience in wales. This is the follow up review to the 790 Adventure R where we have had the bike for a few weeks out in the Lake District where the Knox factory is based and we’ve spent quite a lot more time getting our heads around the bike and how it behaves both on the road and off it.
To see our original review at the Sweetlamb complex, please see • KTM 790 adventure R re... .
The 790 Adventure is a truly great bike and while in some ways might be a small compromise to a fully road biased machine, the KTM 790 Adventure R does a fantastic job of combining true off-road capabilities with some great on road manners. All in all, we love the bike and think most people will too.
The full specs and listing to the bike are available on www.ktm.com/gb/travel/790-adv....
KTM also do a more road biased model, the KTM 790 Adventure. This is based on the same model but has a different specification less suited to off road work.
We also compare the 790 Adventure R to the new Yamaha Tenere, • Yamaha Tenere 700 | Fi... and the BMW 850gs which we are hoping to get our hands on over the next couple of months. However, considering the specifications of these other models, the KTM 790 adventure R is likely to be the best mid-weight adventure bike for off road.
In this video we were wearing:
Off road gear:
Knox Urbane Pro Shirt - bit.ly/2LdEvN9
Dry Inside Dual active base layers - bit.ly/2UUUtvi
Knox Orsa OR3 gloves - bit.ly/2V9oPin
Richmond MKII Jeans
www.planet-knox.com/product/r...
Knox Casual T-Shirt
www.planet-knox.com/category/...
On road gear:
Knox Urbane Pro Shirt
www.planet-knox.com/category/...
Knox Haydon Jacket
www.planet-knox.com/product/h...
Knox Handroid POD gloves
www.planet-knox.com/product/h...
Knox Orsa Leather gloves
www.planet-knox.com/product/o...
Richmond MKII Jeans
www.planet-knox.com/product/r...
Knox Casual T-Shirt
www.planet-knox.com/category/...
Thanks so much for watching, please like, comment and subscribe.
Thanks,
Aaron and Mark
Knox.
www.planet-knox.com/

Пікірлер: 67

@acopernic 4 жыл бұрын

First.. You come for the gear.. Second.. The music.. Incredible and then.. What.. The KTM... Balanced, very good for beginners and easy to ride, same as her sister (Duke).

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind feedback Andre, super appreciate it!! Thanks, Aaron Knox

@peterscheffer4521 3 жыл бұрын

THX for this very nice review. I've been looking for the holy grail of an allroad motorcycle, knowing I'll allways fail. Had the KTM950 Adventure (a brute but too top heavy) and the 690 Enduro R (only 155kg but too small for my big frame). Just did not work. Also still have a revamped R100GS (only 185kg's) which works good, but not at heights (carburettor). When I saw this bike I kind of "felt" it to be the best it could get..... I picked up mine just a week ago. No need for the 890. Another bashplate and some "orange power parts" make it the perfect bike for me. I would not take it to Mongolia because of all the electronics (have my old GS for that, if it ever comes to that), but for Europe/US....yes! Swapped the tyres for Mitas E-09 Dakar which are more off road biased. I'll be Alps/gravel 50/50, but looking at this video, I'll have to visit the Lake District as well! THX again.

@KnoxArmour 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed the review and hope you enjoy your bike! All the best, Aaron KNOX

@e.s.5529 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing review , I hope people understand how much work goes into making a 10 to 15 min video . The filming , drone work , interviews , lighting , angles , editing , up front costs , getting the bikes .the gear i could go on . Man you do great e work and is very much appreciated . Thank you

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, really appreciate the feedback and support. Yes a lot of work and cost goes into these videos as you state. We hope people enjoy them and get good information and like our products and brand too. All the best, Aaron KNOX

@UniversalBikers16 4 жыл бұрын

One of the most surprising bikes i've ridden this year, super capable!!! Amazing video again, Knox.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers man!! 💪

@ianhamilton1872 4 жыл бұрын

Quality review and beautifully filmed,thanks.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Ian, really appreciate it! All the best Aaron Knox ✌

@Banditmanuk 4 жыл бұрын

Quality review filmed in a fabulous location. 👍

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, appreciate the feedback! Aaron :)

@iainmckay3387 4 жыл бұрын

I am considering a 790 Adventure R and the review was thoroughly enjoyable and informative. Great job, very professional video.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Its a great bike, sure you'll love it! Aaron KNOX

@unrealsuperfly 4 жыл бұрын

Same here, looking forward to the review of the F850 GS as a competitor, even if the Beemer is at a different price point.

@Smightification 4 жыл бұрын

Love that bike!

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome isnt it! Aaron, Knox

@mancavemoto 4 жыл бұрын

I need to get some riding in up there! Beautiful

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Thanks Aaron

@peterscheffer4521 3 жыл бұрын

THX for the extensive review. Footage is great. Landscape as well. For me, it's the actual information that makes your review really stand out. I own a 790 ADV R: use it 50/50 off/on road (Mitas E09). It'll be my allroad travelling bike. And it's the electronics that decided my choice for the KTM. Not as a gimmick to show to my pals, but als actual safety net / enhancement to my driving skills. THX again and keep it up.

@KnoxArmour 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed it! Nice choice on the tyres, will be better than the Karoo 3 fitted as standard! All the best, Aaron KNOX

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 2 жыл бұрын

Good video for me. Missed it first time around. I am thinking of buying a 790R in northern Thailand. I had an Adventure 950 for two years in the mid-00s. Superb bike. I see this as its successor. The bigger ones have got too big and heavy.

@ExploratoryBehaviour 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely review... Pretty comprehensive!!! I want to live with this bike as soon as it comes to India!!! Gonna save money for that moment... Spirit? I have it...

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, appreciate it!! Aaron, Knox

@ExploratoryBehaviour 4 жыл бұрын

@@KnoxArmour Most welcome, Aaron!!!

@Ironhawx 4 жыл бұрын

I’m hearing 790 R production is being moved to India. Can anyone confirm?

@donlopez3185 4 жыл бұрын

Great review. My 790 R just past 4500 miles with no issues. Cruise control is awesome and well worth getting. The windscreen could be better at high speeds, Karoo 3s are great on road but don’t like sand, and at 80mph my GPS shows 75mph. I don’t think there is a way to calibrate the speedometer. My gas gauge works fine, it shows full until 1/2 tank like it is supposed to and takes a few minutes to adjust if the bike was leaning. The bike gets 50-60 mpg and can keep up with sport bikes on the curves, and it can’t do motorcross like an EXC but is capable of almost anything. Rally throttle is very aggressive, and traction control is amazing. No other adventure bike comes even close!

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Don, so glad you love the bike too! Happy riding, Aaron Knox

@sk2283 4 жыл бұрын

very good review, good 'riders' perspective. The main thing that hinders all the Adventure bikes is weight - they are all round 200 ~ 230 kilos which is far too heavy off road, compare that to an Enduro bike which is 100 Kilo's I don't know why they are so heavy? if they could put these out at 150 to 160 Kilos they would be much better off road. Really they are tourers suitable for gravel roads. that said the KTM is the one you would take every time ! lovely bike just heavy !

@RandyHartono 4 жыл бұрын

Next KTM 890 Adventure R

@bloodsimple4706 4 жыл бұрын

Good review mates. The brake is not bad, actually the front tire is setting the limit.Swapping the Karoos to more road like adventure tires will improve performance. Still, there is no easy way to get around 90/90. 21.

@nawiribrahim 4 жыл бұрын

I tried the Adventure screen, still bad, moved on to Puig aftermarket screen, perfect. But I still us the shorty screen in town and off road. Use the Puig for long distance travel.

@caroldave4037 4 жыл бұрын

Don't feel any embarrassing thoughts I know that rocky steep road it's harder than it looks cheers from dave

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave, thanks, yes of course, its way steeper and harder than it looks... but thats always the case on camera!!

@jamesanthony3909 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video - would love to know what part of the lakes you're riding in and what lanes you're on!?

@KnoxArmour 3 жыл бұрын

We are in the west Lake District by Crummock water. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

@richardscott982 4 жыл бұрын

Mount from the high side. Time it right and you can stand the bike up AS you mount effortlessly.

@Kaylape1 4 жыл бұрын

What can you say about the S version? I’m gonna be using it more on road, but sometimes will use it off-road too, mostly light gravel roads. Is the suspension on the S more than enough? Is the quick shifter worth getting? Thanks.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

I think if you are using it more on road and just light gravel roads, the 790 Adventure (not the R version) is more than enough. QUickshifter + seems to be optional and it depends how you like it, personally even with a quick-shifter, I use the clutch to downshift as its a lot smoother. Just personal preference basically. Thanks, Aaron Knox

@bdraidian6280 4 жыл бұрын

I can verify his comment as I own a 790 adventure (Non-R). And I too ride 95% on street and sometimes on gravel and dirt roads I ride 2up almost 100% of the time. The suspension on the non r is sorta stiff(maybe cause it’s only 2weeks old) but other than that bike is great and suspension hold up really well. My bike also came with a quick shifter from the dealer but I alway use the clutch

@zzxx33mh 4 жыл бұрын

Subscribed..👍✌

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! Aaron, Knox 🤟

@hagarthehorrible1391 4 жыл бұрын

when are you guys reviewing the Yamaha Tenere 700?

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully soon!!

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully soon!! Aaron Knox 🤘

@deepaksrinivasmondal 3 жыл бұрын

Why would you kill all the saturation in the video? The bright orange looks like a dull brown. Everything else is so on-point in this video.

@KnoxArmour 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Sorry about the colour issue. Aaron KNOX

@GypsyMotorrad 4 жыл бұрын

Could have retained the original KTM orangish colours on the Adventure R in the entire video which was cinematic 👌. Otherwise it's all fantastic 😊

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, appreciate the feedback. Aaron KNOX

@d_ressu 4 жыл бұрын

22:15 More power? Wth, 100hp for a dual sport bias motorcycle which is meant to be lighter? Like you said before, the customer base asked for this. If you want power you've got the 1290. Can't beat that when it comes to power.

@d_ressu 4 жыл бұрын

Cool video anyhow.

@apexxxx10 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Know Armour' KTM (Kronreif, Trunkenpolz, Mattighofen) popular here in THAILAND Tropical Bikers Paradise. VROOM - BAJAJ, KTM and Huskvarna multi brand showroom opened last year. Here is our BikeSanooK KTM 790 review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fNCkq8Jm3Nu5m30.html

@Adventure_blac 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly every bike review today is a promo. Shame objective bike reviews are so few and far in between

@jimenagulla9081 4 жыл бұрын

What do you want? To hear it sucks, its a great bike, and this is their opinion.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jamaal, thanks for the comment. Actually, I felt this was objective and we do really like the bike and to be fair we did call out a couple of things. We have no tie up with KTM financially other than them letting us ride their bikes for a couple of weeks. Thanks, Aaron Knox :)

@Adventure_blac 4 жыл бұрын

Jimena Gulla just sayin all bike reviews sound very similar. I’m sure this bike is great. So is every other bike😒

@Adventure_blac 4 жыл бұрын

Knox Armour thanks for replying. Don’t have a problem with the review. Just sayin most bike reviews sound like promos these days.

@xxxxDuke 4 жыл бұрын

The bloke with the beard - "I've gone round the houses haven't I" - word salad anyone?

@michaellilley6725 2 жыл бұрын

Waffle, waffle..compromise..waffle tall..waffle waffle Oops..waffle engine..waffle tough..waffle competent. Waffle fashion show..waffle tech..waffle unnamed competitor..waffle standard..waffle uncompared price? Waffle looks..waffle brakes..waffle yikes!! Waffle on road/off road..waffle BMW ( I knew we'd get there)..waffle bikers love it even although we're still waffling about road compromise..waffle we like it, well I never would have guessed!!

@ronaldwhite5670 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry too many “ya knows”. A simple question on its road performance went on and on and didn’t get answered. Then it turned into an add on clothing, that’s a shame because the camera work and ride conditions were perfect. Unsubscribed.

@KnoxArmour 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry you didnt like it Ronald, however, I think we did answer the question thoroughly.. At the same time, we can't please everyone! 👋 Aaron - Knox

@nimrod6603 4 жыл бұрын

Ronald, the bike is great onroad. I’ve just traded my1290 SAS in and bought this 790R. After 4000km’s I think it’s the best balanced bike I’ve ever ridden and I’ve owned many and have ridden many more. With balanced I mean the total package: engine, suspension, throttle response, balance when cornering slow and fast. Offroad it performs equally impressive. 2 things I don’t like: tyre noise by the Karoo 3’s which are really great tyres. And second: turbulence of the windscreen. Both are things you can fix.

@Banditmanuk 4 жыл бұрын

Blimey get over your self! This content is up there for free, well made and interesting.

@cracotator 4 жыл бұрын

@@nimrod6603 confort is ok with this type of seat ?

@nimrod6603 4 жыл бұрын

cracotator All day for me. On the 1290 SAS I definitely needed the power parts aftermarket seat. The 790 AR seat feels like the power parts seat on the 1290. Spent some 7 hour days in the saddle and feel no need to change it👍🏻