I put the first mile on my new 2014 KTM Enduro today! So happy I got it! I bought it without even riding it. I also have a 06 525 EXC (with a Scott's steering dampener), the 690 rode way better than that! So far I see no problems at all communicating on this bike when I want to and taking to trails when I can. I'm really impressed with the quality of the bike.