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Year
KTM 950 Super Enduro R reviews
Reliability
4.7
Overall quality
4.7
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.7
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33 ratings and reviews
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Reviewed on August 25, 2024
Motorcycle reviewed
2020 KTM 1290 Super Adventure

4.5
I have owned many performance motorcycles in the 40 years I’ve been riding motorcycles and the KTM Super Adventure is near the top of the list. Don’t let its dirt bike exterior fool you, this is an all out performance machine. The electronics are awesome to keep you from getting out of line ...
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I have owned many performance motorcycles in the 40 years I’ve been riding motorcycles and the KTM Super Adventure is near the top of the list. Don’t let its dirt bike exterior fool you, this is an all out performance machine. The electronics are awesome to keep you from getting out of line and can make an average rider better. Handling is superb and more like a giant super moto bike than adventure. If I was a little younger comfort would be more stars but 5 star comfort would be a goldwing. Maintenance is not too bad for the DIY’er and pretty simple and quality is exceptional. KTM is a under rated brand that gets overlooked, take one for a spin if you get a chance and see what they have to offer.
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Reviewed on June 30, 2024
Motorcycle reviewed
2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

5.0
This is by far the best bike in terms of corner handling. You can ease into corners at any speed and feel comfortable with the brembo brakes. The torque is top notch as well as the top speed. This has been my favorite motorcycle I’ve ever...
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This is by far the best bike in terms of corner handling. You can ease into corners at any speed and feel comfortable with the brembo brakes. The torque is top notch as well as the top speed. This has been my favorite motorcycle I’ve ever owned.
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Reviewed on June 4, 2024
Motorcycle reviewed
2020 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

4.8
This bike here is ready for cross country. If you want to hear about pros and cons you won’t hear nothing about cons strictly pros. This bike is amazing. Very comfortable a lot of power low mileage that also includes three different range modes. This bike is a must see in person Because it is an...
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This bike here is ready for cross country. If you want to hear about pros and cons you won’t hear nothing about cons strictly pros. This bike is amazing. Very comfortable a lot of power low mileage that also includes three different range modes. This bike is a must see in person Because it is an absolute excellent condition all preventative maintenance has been accomplished on this bike ready for a long travel.
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Reviewed on April 25, 2024
Motorcycle reviewed
2021 KTM 890 Adventure R

4.5
Pros, performance, power and adjustabliity to the riding terrain.
Ability to adjust the power and suspension easilly.
Cons, like most the seat is not comfy for long blacktop rides.
Buffering from wind screen is not desirable when doing hwy.
I would say this bike as has been talked about...
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Pros, performance, power and adjustabliity to the riding terrain.
Ability to adjust the power and suspension easilly.
Cons, like most the seat is not comfy for long blacktop rides.
Buffering from wind screen is not desirable when doing hwy.
I would say this bike as has been talked about being 75% off and 25% on. So it is nice to ride it to get off road.
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Reviewed on April 18, 2024
Motorcycle reviewed
2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

4.8
This bike is a blast to ride. The engine is nothing but amazing. Also the dynamic electronic suspension makes this bike handle almost like a sport bike.
The comfort could be improved. Maybe with the original saddle is a little more comfortable but I have the one piece saddle that makes it easier...
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This bike is a blast to ride. The engine is nothing but amazing. Also the dynamic electronic suspension makes this bike handle almost like a sport bike.
The comfort could be improved. Maybe with the original saddle is a little more comfortable but I have the one piece saddle that makes it easier to ride off road.
Still the heated seats and grips are welcome features on the nippy early morning rides.
In any case this is a superb bike that is comfortable on dirt trails as well as on tarmac highways.
Have I mentioned that the engine and power are absolutely spectacular?
The sophistication and electronics of this bike are second to none:
- ABS linked to the leaning angle,
- Cornering lights that increase the angle synchronized to the leaning
- 4 riding modes: Sport, Street, Rain and Off road.
- 4 suspension dampening modes: Sport, Street, Comfort and Off road
Have I mentioned that the engine will blow you away?
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Reviewed on October 28, 2021
Motorcycle reviewed
2017 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

1.0
Bait and switch dealer. Motorcycle for sale on Internet. Motorcycles in the store. Tried to purchase. Was to title and pay taxes out of state( Montana) But somehow price kept being $2000 more than sale price. Met someone else that had a similar experience with them. Love the bike but not the...
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Bait and switch dealer. Motorcycle for sale on Internet. Motorcycles in the store. Tried to purchase. Was to title and pay taxes out of state( Montana) But somehow price kept being $2000 more than sale price. Met someone else that had a similar experience with them. Love the bike but not the dealer. Only gave stars because it won't let me post without them. RJL
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Reviewed on July 21, 2021
Motorcycle reviewed
2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure

5.0
This bike is absolutely awesome. It is great off and, on the road, is a very capable sport tourer. The power and pick up of this bike (specially in Sport Mode) will have you screaming. The stability and handling on twisted roads is nothing less of amazing thanks to the semiactive suspension...
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This bike is absolutely awesome. It is great off and, on the road, is a very capable sport tourer. The power and pick up of this bike (specially in Sport Mode) will have you screaming. The stability and handling on twisted roads is nothing less of amazing thanks to the semiactive suspension system.
The sophistication and electronics are second to none. ABS depending on lean angle, several level of traction control. Cornering lights depending on lean angle. 4 drive modes, automatic suspension preload: rider, rider and luggage, rider and passenger, rider passenger and luggage.
Fantastic bike.
My only problem and, that's me more than the bike, is the chain drive. I've been a BMW user for the last 40 years so lubing and cleaning the chain is foreign to me.
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Reviewed on May 31, 2020
Motorcycle reviewed
2017 KTM 1090 Adventure R

4.3
Great bike. Does it all and does it better than most. It’s my primary vehicle to go to work, get groceries, go to the hardware store, you name it. It’s my weekend canyon rider and Jeep for when I want to get lost and die of...
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Great bike. Does it all and does it better than most. It’s my primary vehicle to go to work, get groceries, go to the hardware store, you name it. It’s my weekend canyon rider and Jeep for when I want to get lost and die of exposure.
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Reviewed on February 6, 2018
Motorcycle reviewed
2017 KTM 690 Enduro R

5.0
After a year on this bike, I have to admit I'm still pretty impressed. I've owned 3 Kawasaki KLR 650's in the past but this is nothing like them. KTM's quality control, attention to detail and use of high end components really pays off. Especially in the weight savings, suspension and handling...
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After a year on this bike, I have to admit I'm still pretty impressed. I've owned 3 Kawasaki KLR 650's in the past but this is nothing like them. KTM's quality control, attention to detail and use of high end components really pays off. Especially in the weight savings, suspension and handling departments. If you want a budget adventure bike, the KLR is a great choice. But if you want a truly capable go-anywhere, light weight, fun to ride adventure bike, the 690 Enduro R is your bike. The bike is tall, so climbing on and off can be a chore. The fully adjustable suspension is a DREAM, especially off road. It soaks up ruts and bumps on really bad dirt roads with aplomb. It's extremely comfortable. Deep Sand? No problem! Just put your weight back and let her rip. The light weight and great suspension really shine here. My only complaint about the bike is the stock gas filler neck. It sucks. I replaced it with a machine from billet high end piece.
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Reviewed on October 5, 2017
Motorcycle reviewed
2017 KTM 1090 Adventure R

5.0
This is one heck of a great motorcycle in almost every way, but for me there is one negative: seat height. I'm just shy of 6 feet, 32" inseam and must be on tippy-toes to have both feet on the ground when stopped. I appreciate lengthy shock travel and high ground clearance, the bike is perfect when...
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This is one heck of a great motorcycle in almost every way, but for me there is one negative: seat height. I'm just shy of 6 feet, 32" inseam and must be on tippy-toes to have both feet on the ground when stopped. I appreciate lengthy shock travel and high ground clearance, the bike is perfect when moving, but I find stop-and-go wearisome. And while the bike is not really heavy, it does have a high center of gravity. I think I've explored every alternative; KTM will not offer any suggestions, apparently and probably with their own good reasons for not modifying the well engineered factory specs. One aftermarket seat is 3/4" lower, can't find any suspension alternatives. I've been told the 1290 model 17" rear and 19" front spoked wheels, brakes etc. are interchangeable, but that yields only about an inch, would definitely affect the speedometer and odometer and probably affect the ABS system as well. So what is the solution? The only other one that comes to mind is platform shoes.
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