Is the KTM 690 Enduro R a good long-distance highway bike?

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What attracts many riders to the KTM 690 Enduro R is its versatility, but the bike’s performance on long stretches of highway is something that leaves many of them worried. Being a tall, single-cylinder bike, built with off-road capabilities in mind, it's always going to lack for highway use. The suitability of the bike for long-distance rides is a question of wind protection, seat comfort, vibration levels, and fuel range. The purpose of this question is to discover real-world experiences of riders that have ridden their 690 Enduro R on long highway expeditions and to discuss problems and possible solutions as to how to make this motorcycle more highway friendly.

Awadhesh · Accepted Answer

It’s not ideal, but it can work. I've done 500-mile days on mine. The answer is to get a good aftermarket seat and possibly a small windscreen. It can be annoying, but you get used to it.

Charan · Answer

It’s honestly pretty miserable for long highway rides. It's a brutal wind blast, the seat's uncomfortable, and after a couple of hours your hands will go numb from the vibrations. That just isn't what the bike was intended for.

Divya · Answer

I'm actually cool with highway rides on my 690. I mean, it’s not as comfortable as a big tourer, but when you start taking twisties or decide to go down a dirt road, it’s so much more fun!

Shashank · Answer

It's all about expectations. If you come from a sport tourer, you will hate it. If you’re used to dirt bikes, it’s like riding a Goldwing on the highway. Mine has done several 1000+ mile trips with no major issues.

Rahul · Answer

Long highway rides aren’t that comfortable on the stock setup. With a few mods like a Seat Concepts seat, Rade Garage fairing, and some bar risers, it becomes much more tolerable. Not perfect, but far better.

Monika · Answer

People overstate how bad it is on the highway, I think. It's not the most comfortable, but it's definitely enough to cruise comfortably at 75 to 80 mph all day. It’s not a bad idea, but when off the main roads, just enjoy the versatility it offers and just take more frequent breaks.

Shashank · Answer

I have done a cross-country trip on a 690, deftly possible. Yet you must be prepared for more regular stops and a little bit of discomfort. The plus side is that you can get on some amazing backroads or trails that other bikes can't make it on.

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