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Originally Posted by mollydog
Yes, power is FUN! But windscreens really only affect things at speeds over 50 mph. But sure nice in freezing temps.  Good trade off? I run no screen on my DR but only ridden in Snow a few times. I like clean air, no buffeting. 
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I chose this 25in monstrosity thinking it would reduce fatigue. I could ride with visor open with that thing so definitely a good product. The only shortcoming were the aluminum mounts that did not survive the washboard on the way to the Uyuni saltflats.
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Originally Posted by mollydog
I have not heard about the 1050 KTM, what are the rumors? :confused1:
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This thread has reached over 100 pages. Expectation is for release at one of the motorcycle shows in October or November..
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Originally Posted by mollydog
I'm most impressed by the KTM 690. (ridden it a couple times, including the early '07 690 pictured in above pic) Check out the weight. It's SO LIGHT! Around 20 to 30 lbs. lighter than the DR650 ... with nearly double the HP and same fuel economy. But it's over $10,000.
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First thing I bought after returning to SF after my trip on the DR650SE was a KTM 690SM. It really did solve all the issues I had with the DR and I loved it. I replaced it with the KTM 990 eventually which did all the 690SM did but just much better, quicker, and more comfortably. =)
I have been reading up on the 950SE as well. Both the 690 and the 950SE need several additions to make them long distance capable and given their complexity, it can't really be argued that they are more reliable choices than a 1190. My thinking is either ride a DR650SE with its simplicity or get the.. err, KTM of Adventure bikes, the 1190 R
By the way, the weight difference (dry) between a 950SE (408 lb) and a KTM 1190 R (478 lb) is 70 lb. if the fabled KTM 1050 (or Africa Twin, I don't care) comes in at say 40-50 lb less than the 1190 R, I think it becomes a very intriguing choice.
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