I have been really happy with it, just coming up on 2k miles...no signs of anything that I'd consider a future risk (no spots of rust, wonky wiring etc). A few days ago (I'll maybe do a video on this later for transparency, once I know what it is) my engine warning light came on. Bike is functioning fine, probably one of the sensors thrown off, which the dealer will need to reset. Just an inconvenience rather than a major fault most likely, but very generally with a bike with so many features (which is great), you do have a higher chance of some niggles along the way, so having a dealer (who you like) nearby is something I'd probably consider. It's definitely not giving me any indication its going to have repeated faults over the next 3-5 years at least.
How is the heat from the engine? I have an aprilia tuareg and the heat is my only real complaint. Can you feel a lot of heat coming off the engine while riding? Cheers.
I occasionally noticed it a little in the summer, but don't remember it ever being distractingly hot. You do get a little heat in the seat and the leg as you'd expect. I do use a cheap gel seat which creates a little air gap, which basically removes it completely. I'd say the difference between the Tuareg is that it isn't really a high revving engine (unless you choose to ride it that way).
got the Acerbis x-factory. I liked how they looked! They're a little small but they do fit fine. Held up so far, but only really had 2 or 3 small impacts so far.
ah yes, and I have encountered the 890 bug I've heard mention where the indicator "sticks" and it suddenly flashes a theatrical warning on the dash and you have to turn it off and on again to reset. Only happened once so far.
i dislike your camera angle - 🤣, i struggle to believe changing a lever to something shorter will cause any electrical gremlins, it is a cable activated clutch with zero electrical feedback so unless some very unique and weird wizardry is happening inside the cluster.....
I installed Touratech short levers for my 790 2023. They are better than original ones, can use them with 2 fingers.
those were my front runners! I do like the general touratech products ...kind of no fuss, high quality, not too expensive line of things.
for anyone still watching this, I raised the bite point on the clutch and it is better...hard to get perfect though, so think my point still stands.
The best but expensive shorty levers are Wild at Heart. also consider Camel lever on the motor
Thanks for that! I've heard the Wild at Heart mentioned here and there, will give them a proper look for sure.
Hello m8 I’m thinking of purchasing this bike …
Do u have any problems with it?
Thanks
I have been really happy with it, just coming up on 2k miles...no signs of anything that I'd consider a future risk (no spots of rust, wonky wiring etc). A few days ago (I'll maybe do a video on this later for transparency, once I know what it is) my engine warning light came on. Bike is functioning fine, probably one of the sensors thrown off, which the dealer will need to reset. Just an inconvenience rather than a major fault most likely, but very generally with a bike with so many features (which is great), you do have a higher chance of some niggles along the way, so having a dealer (who you like) nearby is something I'd probably consider. It's definitely not giving me any indication its going to have repeated faults over the next 3-5 years at least.
How is the heat from the engine? I have an aprilia tuareg and the heat is my only real complaint. Can you feel a lot of heat coming off the engine while riding? Cheers.
I occasionally noticed it a little in the summer, but don't remember it ever being distractingly hot. You do get a little heat in the seat and the leg as you'd expect. I do use a cheap gel seat which creates a little air gap, which basically removes it completely. I'd say the difference between the Tuareg is that it isn't really a high revving engine (unless you choose to ride it that way).
Which hand guards do you have installed? Thx
got the Acerbis x-factory. I liked how they looked! They're a little small but they do fit fine. Held up so far, but only really had 2 or 3 small impacts so far.
there is one thing that bugs me on the display and thats the fact when u indicate it shows both arrows but thats just nitpicking
ah yes, and I have encountered the 890 bug I've heard mention where the indicator "sticks" and it suddenly flashes a theatrical warning on the dash and you have to turn it off and on again to reset. Only happened once so far.
i dislike your camera angle - 🤣, i struggle to believe changing a lever to something shorter will cause any electrical gremlins, it is a cable activated clutch with zero electrical feedback so unless some very unique and weird wizardry is happening inside the cluster.....
hah me too, was definitely set too low for riding! I know, he seemed pretty convinced but I agree, not sure how it could...
Its a KTM not CF MOTO Bro .
bit of a play of title, but technically it is a CF Moto produced bike for KTM, which I think is an important distinction if you're a considered buyer.
What the hell is this guy saying????