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Rusty Shovel

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2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« on: September 12, 2014, 07:21:37 am »
Hey all,

As the 2014's appear to be largely sold out, folks are already hungry to know about the 2015 model.  If you hear any rumors about the new bike's updated specs, release date, or new features, please post about it here.

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #1 on: September 13, 2014, 11:57:06 am »
I'll keep my eyes out Rusty.  I've been so hormonally involved with the concept of the 1290 engine on the 2015 Super Adventure pushing 180bhp (at the crank) that I  haven't given it much thought.  Thanks for the wakeup call.
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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #2 on: September 17, 2014, 12:36:33 pm »
I talked with a dealer last week.  He anticipates there being an updated Speedometer/control center.  Other than that possibly a minor update to suspension.  I'm currently waiting to jump in to the 690 camp from my F800GS. 
Struggling to decided between it or a 1200GS.  I know no one with a 690, all my co-riders have 1200's.  Most of my riding is trails within 100 miles - except for those runs to CO and Mexico's Copper Canyon.

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #3 on: September 20, 2014, 01:54:18 pm »
I heard exactly the same thing.  New instrument cluster and tweaked suspension. 
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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2014, 10:51:09 am »
Hey guys! I just got back from Austria, I visiting my cousin Hans and Davidoff. I went to the KTM headquarters and demanded to see the new concepts for 2015 enduro. All ill say is "6 days", new speedo, and a better seat! Wow. Wait till you guys see this thing. Unreal.

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #5 on: October 04, 2014, 03:35:14 pm »
A better seat?  I'd love to see that!
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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #6 on: October 04, 2014, 04:21:14 pm »
A better seat?  I'd love to see that!



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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #7 on: October 05, 2014, 03:17:08 am »
A better seat?  I'd love to see that!




Wow, that's awesome!  How much did that set you back?
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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #8 on: October 05, 2014, 03:05:39 pm »
A better seat?  I'd love to see that!



 



Wow, that's awesome!  How much did that set you back?

I have not bought yet....I currently am using the one I built myself from the stock pan...much better, but I want one of these...still deciding.  Either one will run about $500.  not cheap, but my seat issues (discomfort) is the MAJOR reason I stop riding any day.      That one is a RUSSEL DAY LONG.... (sport version)....and this one is from Richs Custom Seats in Seatlle.    RUSSELL actually uses springs in the 'wings'...where Rich does not...    I think Richs might allow for a bit more customization.....but I have NEVER read a dissatisfied review from a RUSSELL cusomter....at all....   



I am still deciding.   

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #9 on: October 05, 2014, 03:11:58 pm »
this is the one I made...   it has proprietary Tempurpedic foam as top layer.    Way more comfy then stock, but not quite where I want it to be. 


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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #10 on: October 07, 2014, 12:11:47 pm »
Hey guys! I just got back from Austria, I visiting my cousin Hans and Davidoff. I went to the KTM headquarters and demanded to see the new concepts for 2015 enduro. All ill say is "6 days", new speedo, and a better seat! Wow. Wait till you guys see this thing. Unreal.
Does the new speedo still have an analogue tach?

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #11 on: October 12, 2014, 10:01:41 pm »
Still has tack rpm but interestingly enough, it has mpg calculator. Also it has a radio.

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #12 on: October 13, 2014, 02:26:06 am »
 A radio on a 690 Enduro? Why for?  My FMF Powercore pipe playing on all six gears is music to me! Toss the radio. So about the seat. That could definitely use an upgrade. I use the Seat Concepts Gripper cover & foam. I love it. I've done some 500 mile days & was whooped but I never had to pull over because my a55 was sore. The Seat Concepts seat is probably the best $$$ I spent on my 690. I think they are $185 for the cover & foam.
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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #13 on: October 13, 2014, 03:07:53 pm »
Yes and it only AM audio too. I thought seat concepts seat was more expensive than 185??

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Re: 2015 KTM 690 Enduro Info and Rumors
« Reply #14 on: October 13, 2014, 03:45:46 pm »
Yes and it only AM audio too. I thought seat concepts seat was more expensive than 185??


If you have THEM do it and provide the pan...it is more.. :   

KTM 690 SMC, Enduro R (2012-2014) Also works on 2008-2011 as a Tall option - Cover options: All Carbon w/ Orange stitching; Kit
   $269.99 USD   1   $269.99 USD
Subtotal   $269.99 USD
Shipping and handling   $15.00 USD
Total   $284.99 USD
Payment   $284.99 USD
Payment sent to seatconcepts@gmail.com   

 I wound up selling mine 2 weeks after I bought it.  Was better then stock, but not nearly good enough for me.  Great quality though.