KTM Enduro 690 R
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KTM continues its run of amazing bikes.The 690 Enduro R is a wet dream on wheels
Very much a dirt bike with long-distance capability, the 690 Enduro R is an absolute eye-popping pleasure in the bush.
Before we get to the guts of the 2019 690 Enduro R we need to make sure everyone understands what we’re talking about here. This isn’t a comfortable, long-distance adventure-tourer that’ll cope with some trail work. This is a razor-sharp off-road weapon that’ll happily and politely drone along several hundred kilometres of freeway, then, just as effortlessly, frighten the bejesus out of any hard-core enduro bikes silly enough to throw out a challenge on a tough off-road course. Consequently, the bike is slim, the seat narrow and hard – but surprisingly comfortable – the riding position aggressive and the performance…oops. Just thinking about it has caused a wet patch on our office chairs.