Motorcycle specifications KTM690 ENDURO R 2016 Enduro à la sauce couteau-suisse

the main changes to the 690 Enduro R date back to 2012. Mainly to the engine: the 654 cm3 was replaced by the 690 cm3 of the Duke R. Power peaks at 67 hp. The silhouette was slightly revised, as were the suspension and ergonomics. For 2014, the single-cylinder engine benefits from dual ignition and a Ride-by-Wire system. The chassis is also well cared for, with weight down to under 140 kilos, and a fork with separate damping circuits (left fork for compression, right for rebound) that can be adjusted independently. ABS is fitted as standard, and the 9M+ version can be deactivated. As an option, you can treat yourself to off-road ABS, allowing rear-wheel locking while retaining front-wheel anti-lock braking.
With its EXC range, the Austrian manufacturer has something for everyone, from the simplest enthusiast to the toughest enduro pro. These are very distinctive, exclusive machines, which can be used for anything from a warm place in the garage to a road-going machine. Katoche has opened up new horizons for its off-road range by combining its LC4 mono with studs and a hint of asphalt envy. Alongside the 690 Duke and SMC, the big single finds new ground with the ex-690 Enduro. More efficient, livelier and meaner, it's the 690 Enduro R.

with its orange frame, substantial seat height of 930 mm (made even more pronounced by the fact that the suspension is 25 mm higher than on the standardEnduro), its sporty spirit evident from the trim to the headlight plate, this machine is clearly in a more muscular class than the BMW G 650 GS and Yamaha 660 XT-R, the only survivors of the mass-market single-cylinder trail bike breed. Intended to be effective on the road, the Enduro R is only truly enjoyable when the tarmac has disappeared. Dirt, a bit of dust, rocks and rough roads bring a smile to its face. The big piston and its 67 stallions are not the type to sit still, and they're capable of both winding up on country lanes (authorize, not do ;-) and setting a fast pace when the track is wide. Weighing in at just over 140 kilos dry, this machine can handle anything in normal conditions. However, in pure enduro, it can't compete with the EXCs, which are much lighter (30 to 40 kilos). It will therefore require more effort and anticipation for crossing and more technical areas. Without falling into the trap of extreme use, the 690 Enduro R can be adapted to everyday use, while still being able to play outside office hours.

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