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KTM 690

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Published: 05 September 2019

KTM 690

It’s the big silly grin that gives it all away; I think I’ve worked out what to do with an off-road bike and I want one!

Why do I want a KTM 690? Just ~150 kg stated dry weight. Single cylinder so lots of low end power and torque. Handling should tackle anything I want on tarmac or gravel - bit of a reputation as a hooligan bike.
Just someone else’s bike I chanced on in Shepherds Bush.

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