Enduro n00b

OMGSelenaGomez

OMGSelenaGomez

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Have rode numerous sportbikes over the last 2 seasons, looking to learn some new skills and pick up an enduro. I have no idea where to start and don't know very much about them.

I am looking for something that can hold a speed of 160 with some room to go a little faster, fuel injection is a must, seat height should be as low as possible. 36 inches or less is preferable, but I can work with a seat a little higher than that.

I've looked at the ktm690r as it's a perfect fit but I am still looking at other options.

Any help is appreciated.
 
160 on an enduro is really fast,going over 140 usually causes some scary riding,good luck finding a enduro that is comfy at 160 or faster.
 
"I am looking for something that can hold a speed of 160 with some room to go a little faster"

Aside the KTM 950 Super Enduro, which isn't fuel injected the speed is unrealistic. With a 21" front wheel and no wind protection it's also not a very pleasant experience.

Why is sustaining 160kph. a necessary condition?
 
Meh my 250 will do 140-150km/h, off road. No way would I want to do it on asphalt.
 
dricked said:
Meh my 250 will do 140-150km/h, off road. No way would I want to do it on asphalt.
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Considered the WRR, but the top speed is very important. I've topped out a DRZ400 and yes it's really shaky above 130, but for those short bursts where you need to go a little faster, it's nice to have the ability. I also don't want to be pushing a bike to it's limits to achieve that speed. Extra maintenance where it can be avoided is something I value.
 
" I also don't want to be pushing a bike to it's limits to achieve that speed."

The big bore singles and the 650,800 twins from BMW and thew 990 from KTM are your only choices if you feel you "need" to go 160 kph for any length of time. Actually the singles feel pretty strained at that speed too. The 690 KTM or the Husqvarna 650 are fuel injected.
 
OMGSelenaGomez said:
Considered the WRR, but the top speed is very important. I've topped out a DRZ400 and yes it's really shaky above 130, but for those short bursts where you need to go a little faster, it's nice to have the ability. I also don't want to be pushing a bike to it's limits to achieve that speed. Extra maintenance where it can be avoided is something I value.
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Doesn't the WRR have lower maintenance requirements than the DRZ? Also, everything I've read says the WRR is smoother than the DRZ at high speed. That's all just hear-say, though. I've considered swapping my 650R for a WR250X just for something different but a lot of people are telling me I'm going to be disappointed with the power.
 
I'm not sure why you're in such a hurry but a 650 single can do 140 all day long. Speaking of the BMW Sertao in particular, it seems to run smoother above 120.

I too looked at the KTM 690 but wasn't convinced it would work as well as a daily commuter. It seems better suited to off roading. However, if off road is what you're really looking for with the ability to go on the road, there are other lighter options; an adventure bike is fairly heavy.
 
unL33T said:
Doesn't the WRR have lower maintenance requirements than the DRZ? Also, everything I've read says the WRR is smoother than the DRZ at high speed. That's all just hear-say, though. I've considered swapping my 650R for a WR250X just for something different but a lot of people are telling me I'm going to be disappointed with the power.
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Relative to it's competition, the WRR / DRZ are very light in maintenance. 4000KM oil changes and their valve adjustment is either 16000 or 24000KM. If I were you, I'd make that trade instantly if the 650's milage / maintenance is of the same quality as the wrx.

xrljoel said:
" I also don't want to be pushing a bike to it's limits to achieve that speed."

The big bore singles and the 650,800 twins from BMW and thew 990 from KTM are your only choices if you feel you "need" to go 160 kph for any length of time. Actually the singles feel pretty strained at that speed too. The 690 KTM or the Husqvarna 650 are fuel injected.
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homme de fer said:
I'm not sure why you're in such a hurry but a 650 single can do 140 all day long. Speaking of the BMW Sertao in particular, it seems to run smoother above 120.

I too looked at the KTM 690 but wasn't convinced it would work as well as a daily commuter. It seems better suited to off roading. However, if off road is what you're really looking for with the ability to go on the road, there are other lighter options; an adventure bike is fairly heavy.
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Thx
 
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