[Rjk1313]

This is my first road bike and I just love this 890.
Buy it, you won’t regret it.

 

[Rjk1313]

New here and curious. I've been admiring the 890 and 790 for a few years now and I want to pull the trigger on one. I have never own or rode a street bike but i grew up on a few 2 stroke dirt bikes growing up. Im 28 and i drive for UPS for a living. Is it crazy to shoot that high for a bike? Im in northern VA (suburbs/traffic) but right near some nice windy roads. I feel like a 600 would be worse for a beginner atleast a parallel twin would have some consistency I think. Please let me know your thoughts, go ahead and grill me if you need to lol

Hey Chevyguy,
I know this has nothing to do with bikes but I figured you might appreciate my new L.S. that I’m putting in my Jeep. Good luck on your bike decision. Can’t go wrong with a KTM. Get the 890!😬

 

[Rjk1313]

I have just bought a 2021 890 Duke and this is my very first road bike. I was used to riding a Dr 350 years ago and haven't rode a bike for quit a while.
I will say when I first got on this monster the torque of this beast is scary, it will try and rip your arms off. The whole time though you will have a grin on your face that’s not removed very easily.
I’m taking things very slowly with this bike, taking small trips to get comfortable on it. I go to a local school and do some maneuvering on it to get used to it.
It is an absolute blast to drive and has added years to my life. At 53 I have no regrets getting this 890Duke. My suggestion is to just go for it. You won’t regret it!