Any thoughts on the 2018 KTM 690 R ?

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Re: Any thoughts on the 2018 KTM 690 R ?

Post by beejaytee » Sun Feb 04, 2018 7:29 am

For 2017 the Husky got the new 690 motor with a revised cam and valve train.(a known issue on the Ktms) I have not heard if the 2018 Ktm got that motor.


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Re: Any thoughts on the 2018 KTM 690 R ?

Post by Rut Row » Sun Feb 04, 2018 7:53 am

I like the tall seat and the light weight. About 320# IIRC.
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Re: Any thoughts on the 2018 KTM 690 R ?

Post by Bucho » Sun Feb 04, 2018 6:27 pm

It always seemed like a way more badazz evolution of the old XR/DR650 thumpers.
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