Will you buy the new 1190? - Page 3

Nomadix · 10-04-2012, 01:00 PM

Not that I'd want to replace my 990 R with either bike, I think that in that class, the new BMW (1170) 1200GS would be my preference. And it isn't really any heavier than the KTM.

HappyGoLucky · 10-04-2012, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakurama

The 1190, it seems, is playing it safe stylistically.

G

Aye. There's safety in staying in the herd looks wise.

TMoore · 10-04-2012, 01:42 PM

Keeping my 04 950 and just got a Multistrada 1200

PMC · 10-04-2012, 03:11 PM

Ok I voted that I'm keeping my 950 and probably will as I just bought it this year.
Saying that, after looking at them on the KTM website I'll probably pick one of these up in the next year or two... Make mine the R version

DavidD · 10-04-2012, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by TMoore

Keeping my 04 950 and just got a Multistrada 1200

Loving your bike collection, makes my three look small.

Looking to add to mine and get a sports bike soon

Navin · 10-04-2012, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SFKLR

I REALLY like the 1190R. But I've never been on my SE and thought, "Gee, I wish I had another 50hp." If anything, I thought, "Gee, I'd sacrifice a few hp to lose another 50lbs."

Bingo!

The Walrus · 10-04-2012, 05:44 PM

I miss my Mustang....but the future is now......and I like the 1190 for it's niche.....why do folks think they'll need to replace their current bike if they like it so much.........

MookieBlaylock · 10-04-2012, 06:12 PM

i might get the 17 19 version to replace the fz1 and keep the 950. Fz1 was so uncomfortable. Longish suspension ,radial brakes, 150 hp and best of all it's not a a bmw

sakurama · 10-04-2012, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SFKLR

I REALLY like the new 1190R. But I've never been on my SE and thought, "Gee, I wish I had another 50hp." If anything, I thought, "Gee, I'd sacrifice a few hp to lose another 50lbs."

I think I have the bike for you! 30 less hp but 100lbs less!

MAXVERT · 10-04-2012, 07:45 PM

Yes I'll buy a 1190 A if it's lighte3r than the 990 A.
Carries the fuel as low or lower than the 990
Is more capable in the dirt.
Has no water pump or maintenance issues.

Other wise forget it KTM.
I'll be riding a LC8 around South America for the third time this
Winter.

When I need to rage I'll get on my 1200 Multi.

Twist it, Max

slidewayes · 10-04-2012, 07:55 PM

Maybe so I could have a cool bike to go get things for my 990.(need to add yes and keeping 990/950)

PopsicleMonkey · 10-04-2012, 09:42 PM

+1 for disappointed. There are lots of bikes on the market with adventuresque looks. Why compete with that? I think KTM should stick with awesome off-road and and reasonable on road ability.

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Kenbike · 10-05-2012, 02:59 AM

I like the more street friendly features on the 1190 for my type riding. Seems the 690 is a better choice for off road and currently lots of aftermarket parts to make it even better. I have dumped a ton of money into the 2007 picked used and it is finally ok. It still does not have perfect fueling and my ZX-14 has always ran smoother and been 100%. The extra power of the 1190 is good for the street and the 17/19 tires will work. I think KTM has some strong points but has taken way to long to correct issues on the bikes. Not sure what my next move is, hopefully test ride a 1190, new GS 1200, and Mult 1200, and Super Ten. I want a street bike that can blow down gravel and dirt roads, not rattle my teeth out on rough roads, keep up with FJR's, and not break down or require thousands of dollars to make it preform!
Most of you guys have had great luck with your KTM's but I am just not in love with my bike.

LukasM · 10-05-2012, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by sakurama

I think I have the bike for you! 30 less hp but 100lbs less!

Even ridden one of those on the street? My Husaberg 570 is a lot smoother....

kaivalagi · 10-05-2012, 03:07 AM

Will likely get a non-R but only after they've been in production for 1-2 years and if there isn't a replacement SMT by then :)
Still don't like the idea of the exhaust placement though, but a demo ride will knock that on it's head I would imagine...

View Results: Will you buy the new KTM 1190?
1190R - Hell yeah, and I'm going to make it bigger, better and badder!	75	18.16%
1190 - Yup, been waiting for this one. 150hp and 17/19s will KILL!	60	14.53%
Multistrada - I've gone/going for better street performance/electronics	5	1.21%
BMW GS - I like big heavy bikes - Go Charlie! Go Ewan!	9	2.18%
NO! I'm keeping my 950/990 forever (along with my typewriter, corded phone, film camera...)	195	47.22%
Really? We need a poll about this?	69	16.71%
Voters: 413. You may not vote on this poll

10-04-2012, 01:00 PM	#31
Nomadix Adventurer Joined: Feb 2011 Location: Standing directly above the centre of the Earth Oddometer: 21	New 1200GS Not that I'd want to replace my 990 R with either bike, I think that in that class, the new BMW (1170) 1200GS would be my preference. And it isn't really any heavier than the KTM.

10-04-2012, 01:42 PM	#33
TMoore Arai Test Dummy Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Peoples Republic of Massachusetts Oddometer: 188	Keeping my 04 950 and just got a Multistrada 1200 __________________ KTM-> 2008 690 SMC, 2004 950 ADV, 2006 400EXC 2012 Ducati Pikes Peak Multistrada 1200 2009 BMW R1200RT 2001 Aprilia RSVR Mille http://www.hoghillstuff.com/bikes/rides.html

10-04-2012, 03:11 PM	#34
PMC Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Twin Cities MN Oddometer: 673	Ok I voted that I'm keeping my 950 and probably will as I just bought it this year. Saying that, after looking at them on the KTM website I'll probably pick one of these up in the next year or two... Make mine the R version __________________ _______________________________ 06 KTM 950 Black 11 HD Ultra Limited Sunglo Cherry Red & Merlot

10-04-2012, 05:44 PM	#37
The Walrus Gone and back again. Joined: Nov 2003 Location: Never Banned Oddometer: 8,036	I miss my Mustang....but the future is now......and I like the 1190 for it's niche.....why do folks think they'll need to replace their current bike if they like it so much......... __________________ Everbody's preachin' at me that we all wanna git to heaven, trouble is, nobody wants to die to git there.-BB King Reality is what does not go away when you stop believing in it. -Philip K Dick I wanna be skinny, but my ass is too big. - Charles Barkley When choosing between two evils, I always like to try the one I've never tried before. - Mae West Experience is what keeps a man who makes the same mistake twice from admitting it the third time around.

10-04-2012, 06:12 PM	#38
MookieBlaylock Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2004 Oddometer: 2,293	i might get the 17 19 version to replace the fz1 and keep the 950. Fz1 was so uncomfortable. Longish suspension ,radial brakes, 150 hp and best of all it's not a a bmw

10-04-2012, 07:45 PM	#40
MAXVERT Rough Rider Joined: Jan 2004 Location: Sun Valley Idaho Oddometer: 829	Yes I'll buy a 1190 A if it's lighte3r than the 990 A. Carries the fuel as low or lower than the 990 Is more capable in the dirt. Has no water pump or maintenance issues. Other wise forget it KTM. I'll be riding a LC8 around South America for the third time this Winter. When I need to rage I'll get on my 1200 Multi. Twist it, Max __________________ Da oggi la strada é senza limiti

10-04-2012, 07:55 PM	#41
slidewayes slidewayes Joined: Nov 2010 Location: HESPERIA CA Oddometer: 262	Maybe so I could have a cool bike to go get things for my 990.(need to add yes and keeping 990/950)

10-04-2012, 09:42 PM	#42
PopsicleMonkey Adventurer Joined: Mar 2005 Location: Colorado Oddometer: 33	+1 for disappointed. There are lots of bikes on the market with adventuresque looks. Why compete with that? I think KTM should stick with awesome off-road and and reasonable on road ability. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I777 using Tapatalk 2

10-05-2012, 02:59 AM	#43
Kenbike Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2009 Location: South of the big lake Oddometer: 490	I like the more street friendly features on the 1190 for my type riding. Seems the 690 is a better choice for off road and currently lots of aftermarket parts to make it even better. I have dumped a ton of money into the 2007 picked used and it is finally ok. It still does not have perfect fueling and my ZX-14 has always ran smoother and been 100%. The extra power of the 1190 is good for the street and the 17/19 tires will work. I think KTM has some strong points but has taken way to long to correct issues on the bikes. Not sure what my next move is, hopefully test ride a 1190, new GS 1200, and Mult 1200, and Super Ten. I want a street bike that can blow down gravel and dirt roads, not rattle my teeth out on rough roads, keep up with FJR's, and not break down or require thousands of dollars to make it preform! Most of you guys have had great luck with your KTM's but I am just not in love with my bike. __________________ Current Bikes: 2012 Yamaha Tenere, 2010 Vespa 300 Super scooter ( hers), 2011 Blur 220i (his)

10-05-2012, 03:07 AM	#45
kaivalagi Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Location: Norwich, UK Oddometer: 25	Will likely get a non-R but only after they've been in production for 1-2 years and if there isn't a replacement SMT by then :) Still don't like the idea of the exhaust placement though, but a demo ride will knock that on it's head I would imagine... __________________ SMT 2011 (White) "4 Wheels Move The Body, 2 Wheels Move The Soul" kaivalagi screwed with this post 10-05-2012 at 03:12 AM

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