Hello, I'm really looking at the 690E as a replacement for my VStrom since I keep looking for dirt and getting frustrated. I've ridden the VStrom 20k miles the last three years and don't see that stopping. I'm concerned because I don't find any high mileage bikes (50K+ miles), other than "RTW With Noah". I don't mind doing maintenance, but I can't have a bike take over my life. I've been reading a lot here, KTMTalk (.com and .co.uk) and ADVRider trying to get a feel for the bike.
The valve checks are fine and sound easy, but is there any idea how often the heads need rebuilding or the motor pulled apart for bearing replacement or whatnot?
Seems like the 2007-2009 Dukes had a lot of fuel injection issues, did the Enduros suffer the same issues and when did they get resolved?
I've seen a couple well set up 2008's and a 2010 that are close to my current price range. Would they be solid or should I wait for the magic 2013+ to show up?
Sorry for the length. I'm in Central California, if that matters.