Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I just finished up a week of riding the KTM 690 Enduro R on the Colorado BDR. On this trip we tackled 800 miles of the tallest and toughest off road passes in America as well as many hours on the highway and freeway. After 7 days on the bike, what is my KTM 390 Enduro R review?
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There's a lot to love about the KTM 690, particularly when it comes to off road riding. The 690 Enduro is light and capable and has pretty much the best dual sport motorcycle suspension I've ever encountered. It glides up technical terrain with ease and is capable of tackling the most technical trails you can throw at it.
On the highway, however, the 690 enduro definitely does not shine. It's uncomfortable and buzzy and while it has the power to keep up with traffic, riding for hours on the freeway is not something you're going to want to do.
After a week of riding the KTM 690 enduro off road and on the pavement, I have to say that overall I don't love it. The biggest downside to this bike is the power delivery. The KTM 690 Enduro R has very little power on the low end and almost no "tractor factor," which is pretty important when taking on technical sections at low speeds.
KTM 690 Enduro R Review Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:02 KTM 690 Enduro Specs
01:44 Pros
03:54 Rear Fuel Tank
04:45 Brake Free Ad
06:00 Cons
11:18 Final Conclusion
15:23 Outro
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Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.
I just finished up a week of riding the KTM 690 Enduro R on the Colorado BDR. On this trip we tackled 800 miles of the tallest and toughest off road passes in America as well as many hours on the highway and freeway. After 7 days on the bike, what is my KTM 390 Enduro R review?
Huge thanks to Brake Free for sponsoring this video. Save on a Brake Free unit by using this affiliate link: brakefreetech.com/DORKINTHEROAD
There's a lot to love about the KTM 690, particularly when it comes to off road riding. The 690 Enduro is light and capable and has pretty much the best dual sport motorcycle suspension I've ever encountered. It glides up technical terrain with ease and is capable of tackling the most technical trails you can throw at it.
On the highway, however, the 690 enduro definitely does not shine. It's uncomfortable and buzzy and while it has the power to keep up with traffic, riding for hours on the freeway is not something you're going to want to do.
After a week of riding the KTM 690 enduro off road and on the pavement, I have to say that overall I don't love it. The biggest downside to this bike is the power delivery. The KTM 690 Enduro R has very little power on the low end and almost no "tractor factor," which is pretty important when taking on technical sections at low speeds.
KTM 690 Enduro R Review Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:02 KTM 690 Enduro Specs
01:44 Pros
03:54 Rear Fuel Tank
04:45 Brake Free Ad
06:00 Cons
11:18 Final Conclusion
15:23 Outro
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Channel Sponsors:
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Cyclops Adventure Lighting: cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15
(save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad)
MotoCamp Nerd: motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork
Quad Lock: Save 10% at quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad"
Want to support the channel when you buy your dual sport or ADV gear and mods? Please consider using these affiliate links:
Rocky Mountain ATV/MC: tinyurl.com/23sjhhwr
Flying Eyes: flyingeyesoptics.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD
(save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad")
Mosko Moto: moskomoto.com/dorkintheroad
Brake Free: brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD
(save $10 with promo code "dorkintheroad")
Amazon: amzn.to/3aDkk4z
Revzilla: imp.i104546.net/4eMdJZ
MotoCamp Nerd: motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork
Cyclops Adventure Lighting: cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15
(save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad)
Save 10% on butlermaps.com with promo code "dorkintheroad."
Save 10% at quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad"
Save 10% at seatconcepts.com with promo code "DRKNRD25"
Cardo Systems: cardosystems.rfrl.co/e2vdy
(use promo code "dorkintheroad" to save 10%)
Thank you for supporting the channel by clicking on the affiliate links in this description.
FULL DISCLOSURE: MotoCamp Nerd pays me to create content for his YouTube channel. This isn't a "sponsorship" per se, but it does mean I use their products exclusively and may impact my opinions about camping gear. Fortunately their stuff is good so I'm happy to recommend it, but just FYI.
Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.
