scamb66
2016-11-07 20:30:00 UTC
dukepaul
2016-11-08 07:56:00 UTC
Other than that it doesn't seem hugely different.
Sarasota_Steve
2016-11-08 11:58:00 UTC
Lowrance
2016-11-08 13:01:00 UTC
bic_bicknell
2016-11-08 18:35:00 UTC
Aphex
2016-11-08 19:19:00 UTC
One of the major reasons I wasn't tempted by the 1290. finallyKTM have accepted that not everyone wants a shell-suit inspired orange,black and white eyesore to ride about on.
Colonel_Klinck
2016-11-08 20:02:00 UTC
Some interesting changes:
>• 10 mm shorter velocity stack to enhance power and broaden the usable powerband
>• New resonator chambers placed on the cylinder head for smoother power at low RPM
>• Higher compression ratio of 13.6:1 thanks to the flat design of machined titanium inlet valves with chromium nitride coating
>• New 48 mm USD split front forks by WP suspension with separate damping circuits with stiffer fork springs and sportier settings
>• New WP shock absorber with a stiffer spring for a more balanced chassis
>• Metzeler M7RR super sport tyres for high levels of grip and handling
>• Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) with cornering ABS by Bosch including Supermoto mode
>• Optional dealer-installed Performance Pack combines Motor Slip Regulation (MSR), ***Quickshifter*** (up and down), and KTM MY RIDE
> • Optional dealer-installed Track Pack with ‘Track’ ride mode, which allows three drive modes, anti-wheelie off, TC slip adjust, and launch control
> • Cruise control for long distance convenience • Keyless system for less hassle and security
No. 47
2016-11-08 21:11:00 UTC
Post missing.
Sarasota_Steve
2016-11-08 21:34:00 UTC
Aphex
2016-11-08 21:49:00 UTC
Galleta
2016-11-08 22:21:00 UTC
Post missing.
scamb66
2016-11-08 22:33:00 UTC
Post missing.
scamb66
2016-11-08 23:29:00 UTC
lc4
2016-11-08 23:57:00 UTC
dukepaul
2016-11-09 00:24:00 UTC
ma1290rky
2016-11-09 01:25:00 UTC
And the kitted out PP specials
2014_SDR
2016-11-09 02:24:00 UTC
ma1290rky
2016-11-10 14:40:00 UTC
Post missing.
ma1290rky
2016-11-10 14:43:00 UTC
Post missing.
2014_SDR
2016-11-10 15:08:00 UTC
ma1290rky
2016-11-11 08:30:00 UTC
dukepaul
2016-11-11 08:45:00 UTC
Colonel_Klinck
2016-11-12 10:20:00 UTC
PBRnr
2016-11-13 21:19:00 UTC
Gimlet
2016-11-23 06:38:00 UTC
orangecrush
2016-11-23 10:35:00 UTC
Post missing.
SDNerd
2016-11-25 18:25:00 UTC
I can't believe all that extra weight is in the exhaust system, so yes, losing it might be difficult.
Personally, (13.5 stone rider) I don't think the original forks need stiffer springs. They need revalving and some preload adjustment.
I had mine set up at a pro suspension shop and he said if he was rebuilding the forks he wouldn't change the springs because they were the correct weight. The rear shock, he said, was good in operation just some corners cut on the build quality. He wasn't impressed with the cheap looking preload adjuster ring.
I had my Ducati resprung with a factory Ohlins shock and a K-Tech fork revalve. Phenomenal difference. I think I'll do similar with the SDR when funds allow. Fit the race shock and have a revalve up front.
I'm not even that fussed about lack of preload adjustment, because for me, mine doesn't need any more but I will lift the forks in the yokes by 5 mm to get a bit more loading on the front wheel. (The 2017 model has done that by ergonomic tweaks).
Aphex
2016-11-26 12:26:00 UTC
Oh wait. My birthday is in march. Yeah, no. She's not going to be that generous.
Sarasota_Steve
2016-11-26 19:33:00 UTC
Post missing.
Dukem
2016-12-06 03:37:00 UTC
Post missing.
cheeheese
2016-12-08 04:32:00 UTC