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KTM 990 Adventure
Cool Adventure Touring from KTM Motorcycles
KTM 990 Adventure, the go anywhere adventure bike from KTM Motorcycles.
from MCN
"KTM’S LC8 engine was a impressive first effort for a road engine, but earlier 950 and the previous 990 Adventure had a touch of vibey crudeness that betrayed KTM’s off-road past. A new crank has taken the edge off, leaving the punchy motor with a typical v-twin lumpy but involving delivery. The strong torque is perfect for back-road playing and luggage/pillion carrying alike. A digital dash, decent rider/pillion seat comfort and a protective fairing make for a happy riding experience. The twin fuel tanks require filling individually, which is a minor inconvenience but helps keep the bike slim-line by tucking fuel storage into nooks and crannies. "
from carolenash
I’ve ridden both the road version and the Adventure variant 2008 BMW 1200 GS, and been impressed by both. They are excellent touring bikes, with the GS Adventure having the edge in terms of gritty, urban warrior looks, acceleration and feel. But the KTM has a blend of qualities that neither BMW GS model offers; back roads agility, raw, torquey power and a stronger sense of purpose. There’s a determination here to build something that’s fun. It is that sheer exhilaration, the way the KTM almost feels like a jet-ski carving its way along a wet road in the Brecon Beacons, that sets it apart. The KTM’s LC8 engine plays a huge part in this. The 999cc 75 degree, V-Twin kicks ass, feels brutal at first as it warms up, then becomes simply lumpy at tickover. But I like that KTM edginess, it suits the looks and the image of an adventure touring bike."
long term from moto123
"With excellent clearance, the KTM 990 Adventure is able to lean heavily into corners and use the entire tread of the stock Pirelli Scorpios. Due to the 21-inch front wheel, however, entering corners requires a little more persistence and, halfway there, the bike is fighting to get back up. Fortunately, the wide handlebar makes cornering easier by offering the rider greater leverage on the machine."
from The revcounter
"This bike is brilliant fun to ride. The engine has been set-up to deliver the most punch in the mid range where you actually need it, and with a light flywheel it spins up with an intoxicating buzz, driving you forward with free-spinning charisma. And it sounds great too, even with the standard pipes. But this much I was expecting from the LC8 engine, and when it met my expectations I simply ticked that mental box."
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