If you like reading ride reports check out rtw with Noah on advrider.  He rode around for 2 or 3 years and posted about everything including breakdowns. If I remember correctly his first post may be a synopsis of his adventure including the information you are looking for.

It's worth a read either way.

That's quite a bit more than I was expecting! I don't think most 690's cover many miles. Haven't seen many over 20k, and most are below 10k. I thought there might be a couple of members on here who had done more...

I think the 14/15 Enduro and 13/14/15 Duke ECU has been locked by KTM - the ECU can only be flashed by the dealer.  If you have a way around this, you will be most popular here!

RR

That will be down to Alain Fontaine and his team. Triumph locked the new Tiger Sport 1050 - they had it **** a year after it's release even though Triumph were adamant it could not be done. It's just a matter of time IMO. Just keep an eye on the TuneECU website or ADV for news - it will happen.

I reckon you could sell them! Very nice.

Hi all, just wondering what sort of life expectancy the 690 engine is capable of.

Post your mileage, year, and any engine issues here.

Go with the Wings exhaust!

Am I right in thinking the cat is located in the oem end can?
If so, there is no real point replacing the full system if the aim is to decat and reduce weight - any aftermarket can will achieve this with the oem header right?
Had a look at the Wings, and was surprised to find it was made in Europe, so works out well pricewise in the UK :-)

Found this one quite good...

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/7810909/media/manuals/ktm690/ktm_repairmanual2008-2014_3206193_032014/ENGLISCH/14_3206192_en_RM.pdf

That Harley is an interesting bike.  Are you sure it's a 1997 production?  I don't recall HD making any dirt bikes in 1997.

Yes, they made them from 93 to 97, and it replaced the Armstrong MT500 which was made in Bolton, Lancashire.
General info cut & paste:-
"ex British Army  Enduro / General Purpose Bikes manufactured and into service 1994/95/96/97, these machines are renown for their strength, reliability and durability, the engine is the "BOMB" proof 350cc Rotax 4 stroke motor whilst the forks are Marzzockie, Rear shocks are Onlins, Brakes and Hubs are Gremeca, the rims are top quality Alloys, and there is also a carry rack fitted for your convenience. Parts are readily available from a number of u/k suppliers and there is also a very good owners club available on the net with any information you require readily available on there.These machines are suitable for a variety of uses including Green laning, Trail riding, General commuting or simply as winter hack. The gear box is a 5 speed l/h change and an electric start and kick start are also fitted. and should give a long reliable service whilst returning around 75mpg."

If you want to put up a few more photos of that Harley - I'm very sure folks would appreciate your time.  That is a very interesting ride.

Thanks, here are a couple more...
https://www.dropbox.com/s/n9l4vhaky73uvj7/2015-02-21%2011.48.29.jpg?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/opfyyx4klhq2ttm/2015-02-21%2011.48.17.jpg?dl=0

Why not look at Mosko Moto luggage?   I'm looking at the Reckless 80L system - currently out of stock as they are redesigning it to fit the 690's a little better (fit the fuel filler cap)
http://moskomoto.com/ 

Thanks, I had a quick look, but they only do soft luggage - I'm looking for a hard luggage solution. Nice products though  :-)