The 2024 KTM 790 ADVENTURE is powered by an improved 790 cc parallel-twin compared to its predecessor. A reworked clutch with better lubrication and new clutch discs makes for smoother shifting, while a 20% increase in crankshaft weight helps smoothen the ride even more. An additional knocking control system also means fewer worries when
But the 2021 1290 has lower seat and fuel slung low so should feel even easier to manage. The 790 is very compact, so much so both me and mrs found it cramped for leg room, but we are both 6ft plus. If you have budget try the 2021 1290 and 890 models, but the 790 might do the trick. It will have decent comfort, range and handling.
Aaron B: My major issue with the Ktm's is seat height. I'm a little over 5-10 and need 31.5 inches to be flat footed when stopped. All are 33 +.ο»Ώ This comment/question/concern is probably the one that I have seen echoed the most from folks over the course of this review. Yes, the height takes some getting used to, even for someone as tall as
KTM. The new KTM 790 Duke has a seat height of 825mm (32.48 inches), which feels equally decent for shorter and taller riders. However, for the added convenience of short-heighted riders, KTM is offering a lower seat height of 805mm (31.69 inches) with the help of a KTM PowerPart seat.
The 790R has a seat height of 880mm and uses a one-piece design with only a small bump stop to allow maximum movement for the rider. Both bikes feature a comprehensive suite of electronics, but only the 790R has the new Rally ride mode installed; an option on the KTM 790 Adventure.
This time its about seat options, seat heights and how to handle a tall bike like the KTM 790 Adv R!
Suspension tool (In all toolkits, but only useful on the βSβ Model) The following are the dimensions for the fasteners most likely to be touched while riding: T25 Brake Lever Height. T30 Bodywork. T30 / H6 Hand Guards. T30 / 10mm Skid Plate. T40 Handlebars. H5 / 14mm Mirrors. 10mm / 13mm Chain Tension.
The KTM 790 ADVENTURE has a high windshield for maximum wind protection on long rides when chewing up kilometers at high speeds on the open road. The lower KTM 790 ADVENTURE R windshield can be used on the KTM 790 ADVENTURE.
However, Yamaha provides two lowering options. A low seat option reduces seat height by 38 mm (1.5 in) to 836 mm (33 in). For an even lower seat, a 20 mm lower link can bring it down to 816 mm (32 1/8 in). If you use the lowering link, you will want to consider either a purchase of a different sidestand or cutting down the OEM piece.
Beware of this as I have an email in to them as follows: Re: KTM (2019) 790 Adventure R *LOW Comfort*. Your ad says this seat is: β1" lower than the stock seat height. Same height as the stock 790 Adventure seat in the low setting.β. 790 Adventure S seat height in low setting is: 830mm / 32.6β. 790 Adventure R stock seat height is: 880mm So as the 790 Adventure is the more road based option, then we spent far more time on the tarmac on this bike than the R. And itβs a pretty damn nice place to be. The 790 is incredibly well balanced on the road, thanks to that low seat height and even lower centre of gravity. jmvx.