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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    I didn't know you could get a full face inside any of the boxes. That's nifty. No more carrying the helmet into the store/office/whatever. Yet another win.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    It might be dependent on the helmet. Using the top box, my RS-1 fits no problem, but my MX-9 Adventure does not (vertical clearance). The SO's previous helmet, a Small HJC CL-17 also did not (again, vertical clearance). Granted I only ever tried orienting them one way, I might be able to fit them sideways but I never tried.

    KTM also sells a massive top box that will supposedly fit 2 helmets, this thing: KTM - READY TO RACE

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Box opening is 13.75x12 inch. That's measured side to side (horizontal clearance) by top lip to bottom lip (vertical clearance). Some people may not like the L shaped covers, but I adore them myself.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    If my high school geometry is correct, that sounds like something around 18 1/4" in the diagonal. Meaning my work junk would drop right in there.
    Like them boxes. Do want.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    There it is, folks. The moment Bubs was sold on the idea. All about the top cases.


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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    The package, actually. I'm not going to lie; quality, usable cases on a bike sweetens the deal a lot.
    One to rule them all. We'll keep the KTM 200 and low-buck SV for the rest.

    Now I just need a good deal on the bike.

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    Sounds like the only thing they still need to develop is a tire kicker sensor

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    The package, actually. I'm not going to lie; quality, usable cases on a bike sweetens the deal a lot.
    One to rule them all. We'll keep the KTM 200 and low-buck SV for the rest.

    Now I just need a good deal on the bike.
    Shocking, even I bought a bike before Bubs.

    And it fits two helmets in the tail box too.


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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    What'jah git?

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    What'jah git?
    I present to you, SS LandWhale

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    High HP adventure bikes with luggage? Yup, they're awesome. Not sure I'd do anything much more challenging than an unmaintained fire road though.

    This is from my latest trip:

    Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes-sur-jpg

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Was getting sentimental so I figured I'd toss an update in here.

    The 1290 Super Adventure had a good run...and will continue having more good runs this year! Once the snow goes away anyways.

    I just love this damn bike so much I can't bear to part with it. I am completely underwhelmed by the 2021 1290 Super Adventure S, so no plans to upgrade any time soon. Bike ticked over 47000 miles at the end of last year and will continue to gain mileage, but probably much more slowly (now that I'm a father). It's still 100% the best damn bike I have ever ridden and owned. It's been down everything from smooth pavement to "holy shit what did I get myself into?" Jeep trails. It's been dropped a dozen times, and other than getting my crash bars re-powder coated and a box fixed, it's taken the pounding and wants even more.

    It's been mostly problem free. Last year was probably the most expensive year for maintenance, with a self-performed valve adjustment last winter (including having to re-time because of the fiddly OEM tensioners), a new radiator because the previous one sprung a leak, and a faulty rear ABS sensor. Oh and tires are fuggin expensive. But I suppose I can't complain, this bike has done all of the MABDR and NEBDR, scouted my new Dirty Dog Route and the Tomato Trail, done Puppy Dog, Hampster and Flatlander too many times to count, been back and forth between NC and NH numerous times, and takes me to and from work every day from April to December, all without ever leaving me stranded.

    It's outlasted my buddy's Tiger (he now has a 1290 Super Adventure R which he adores) and it feels just as playful and eager to ride as the day I bought it. It's been an absolute pleasure to own, it just does everything so damn well.

    A few pics to make you all jealous or help cure your mid-winter blues.


    Blue Ridge Parkway in 2017



    Deal's Gap in 2018



    Old NC 105 in 2018



    The Hampster Ride at a very inappropriate time of year (the KTM is behind me)



    Early spring riding...



    The MABDR in 2019



    Flatlander in late 2019



    Scouting Tomato Trail North in 2020



    Riding the NEBDR including all "hard" sections in 2020



    Scouting our Dirty Dog Route in 2020


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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Nice memories! You really should consider getting it something for valentines day...

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    I really miss my big ADV'er.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Quote Originally Posted by Paul_E_D View Post
    Nice memories! You really should consider getting it something for valentines day...
    She's gonna be real pissed when she realizes I bought new suspension for the Honda for V-day!

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    Oh man! You fucking blew it!

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    I think the 1290S is not coming to the US - not sure why. They write probably in 2022
    https://www.motorcycle.com/mini-feat...irst-look.html

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    I'm not all that interested in the 1290S. If I were to upgrade my T model, it will be for a 1290R.

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    <googles 1290 ADV-R>

    I dunno. I am souring on these massively complex, flagship, feature loaded motorcycles. A friend just went through replacing the keyless system on his BMW R1200GS. I think it is from the "hex head" era. So aging now, but not quite really old yet. He had to replace the keys, security sensor/ring and ECU. Parts total was over $1k and several week wait while the parts shipped from Germany. No real alternative. Meanwhile he has a couple older R1150RTs that are comparatively bomb proof.

    Lean sensitive cornering ABS is nifty. Traction control that lets mere mortals handle >100HP in the dirt and then turn it all on when we get back on the street is cool too.
    But I'm wondering if we can't go back to putting a key in the ignition and twisting it, rather than high-tech proximity keyless systems and such.

    Maybe we've gone too far?

    Anyway. My musings for the day.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    <googles 1290 ADV-R>

    I dunno. I am souring on these massively complex, flagship, feature loaded motorcycles. A friend just went through replacing the keyless system on his BMW R1200GS. I think it is from the "hex head" era. So aging now, but not quite really old yet. He had to replace the keys, security sensor/ring and ECU. Parts total was over $1k and several week wait while the parts shipped from Germany. No real alternative. Meanwhile he has a couple older R1150RTs that are comparatively bomb proof.

    Lean sensitive cornering ABS is nifty. Traction control that lets mere mortals handle >100HP in the dirt and then turn it all on when we get back on the street is cool too.
    But I'm wondering if we can't go back to putting a key in the ignition and twisting it, rather than high-tech proximity keyless systems and such.

    Maybe we've gone too far?

    Anyway. My musings for the day.
    I'm with you on the keyless thing. I mean it works great in modern cars, but I don't really feel it's necessary on a bike. And I'd be paranoid about losing it all the time. My buddy has a 1290R and has occasional problems with trying to open the gas tank.

    Seems like an 890 is up your alley; all the fancy safety tech without the frill whizbangery.

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    No issues with keyless on my 1290 yet. Occasional key out of range message when riding. No issues starting or gas cap. 790 has a key. Maybe 890 too.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    <googles 1290 ADV-R>

    I dunno. I am souring on these massively complex, flagship, feature loaded motorcycles. A friend just went through replacing the keyless system on his BMW R1200GS. I think it is from the "hex head" era. So aging now, but not quite really old yet. He had to replace the keys, security sensor/ring and ECU. Parts total was over $1k and several week wait while the parts shipped from Germany. No real alternative. Meanwhile he has a couple older R1150RTs that are comparatively bomb proof.

    Lean sensitive cornering ABS is nifty. Traction control that lets mere mortals handle >100HP in the dirt and then turn it all on when we get back on the street is cool too.
    But I'm wondering if we can't go back to putting a key in the ignition and twisting it, rather than high-tech proximity keyless systems and such.

    Maybe we've gone too far?

    Anyway. My musings for the day.
    I just bought my first bike with keyless at the end of last season and while I haven’t had any problems yet, I have heard of a lot of them and just generally don’t see the point. Makes me a little nervous.

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    Re: Thoughts on adventure/ST bikes

    BTW the one thing I really wish my 1290 had is a quickshifter. Riding my buddy's 1290R, that thing is ridiculously fun.

    While the upshift side is a ton of juvenile fun (although not even remotely possible while trying to stay in the bounds of the law), the quick downshift makes technical steep hill descents so much easier and is IMO much more practical.

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    Really? How so?!
    I have no interest in a quick-shifter. Clutchless upshifts do not require it. And I can work a clutch on downshifts. This feels like a solution to a problem I don't have.

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