Anyone else do light touring on their 790/890?
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I just bought the Ktm side bags for mine.
I installed my side bags and I wasn’t exactly sure if I liked the looks of the bike with them on ,but yours looks really good.
I haven’t decided on a tail bag yet. I was thinking of a smaller bag but after seeing yours, I think it compliments the side bags well.
What size is your top bag?
I installed my side bags and I wasn’t exactly sure if I liked the looks of the bike with them on ,but yours looks really good.
I haven’t decided on a tail bag yet. I was thinking of a smaller bag but after seeing yours, I think it compliments the side bags well.
What size is your top bag?
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Thank you.
I've taken my 890 Duke R on a long all day ride of about 600 or so miles. Mayne 50/50 highway and smaller twisty roads.
I travel pretty light and don't like wearing backpacks on long rides.
I just strap a kriega on the back. If needed, those can be expanded but even a couple day trip doesn't really require much.
I don't like the look of those windscreens. I think they would make the buffering worse but do help keep the bugs off you.
I did Boston to Montreal (700 miles/1100 kms) over three days and it was good. Comfort isn't an issue, IMO. It's how much stuff you can carry. Had my tail bag with tools and a back pack for clothes. Not a fan of back packs. But I've looked at the side bags and that pesky exhaust limits your options there. Great fun for medium touring, though.
This YouTube channel documents a cross-Canada trip on a Duke if you need ideas.
Great watch.
This YouTube channel documents a cross-Canada trip on a Duke if you need ideas.
Great watch.
Got my 890 back in July. My longest day so far has been a couple 250 km cannonball runs. Would love to do the Labrador highway then take the ferry to northern Newfoundland, lots of places to ride off-road over there. Take the Argentia ferry back to Nova Scotia.
My setup is simple but effective. I've done 3 4Kkm round interstate trips on 790&890 and am heading off again in March. Grandkids living interstate are a great excuse for Granny to visit without needing lifts to and from airports
I couldn't be bothered with panniers so my twin Ventura packs work very well for my needs. Mpst of the weight in the front one, resting on the seat feels like I'm riding solo. It's not real pretty, but it works. Multiple trips allow further refinements each time I set off.
Easy on/off by undoing straps and lifting over the rack and I'm all set for staying or going.
I carry enough changes and other old girly things like warm layers for four nights away, with snacks, laptop and a CPAP machine, plus tour prop, tyre repair kit & compressor, tools, chain lube, rain gear etc. Tank bag holds the heavier tools and spare gloves etc. Very doable if not camping (too old for that).
For shorter trips, I'd only need one pack, of course. But it's nice to have the option without having to install other stuff.
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I couldn't be bothered with panniers so my twin Ventura packs work very well for my needs. Mpst of the weight in the front one, resting on the seat feels like I'm riding solo. It's not real pretty, but it works. Multiple trips allow further refinements each time I set off.
Easy on/off by undoing straps and lifting over the rack and I'm all set for staying or going.
I carry enough changes and other old girly things like warm layers for four nights away, with snacks, laptop and a CPAP machine, plus tour prop, tyre repair kit & compressor, tools, chain lube, rain gear etc. Tank bag holds the heavier tools and spare gloves etc. Very doable if not camping (too old for that).
For shorter trips, I'd only need one pack, of course. But it's nice to have the option without having to install other stuff.
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Do you loosen the bolts to run those straps under the frame rail there? Or did you make grommets that secure the staps permanently?
The straps run under the pillion seat, not the frame.
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Well Essie, I appreciated your post with 1 exception. I don't think it's girly to pack extra clothes to stay warm. Be safe, have fun.My setup is simple but effective. I've done 3 4Kkm round interstate trips on 790&890 and am heading off again in March. Grandkids living interstate are a great excuse for Granny to visit without needing lifts to and from airports
I couldn't be bothered with panniers so my twin Ventura packs work very well for my needs. Mpst of the weight in the front one, resting on the seat feels like I'm riding solo. It's not real pretty, but it works. Multiple trips allow further refinements each time I set off.
Easy on/off by undoing straps and lifting over the rack and I'm all set for staying or going.
I carry enough changes and other old girly things like warm layers for four nights away, with snacks, laptop and a CPAP machine, plus tour prop, tyre repair kit & compressor, tools, chain lube, rain gear etc. Tank bag holds the heavier tools and spare gloves etc. Very doable if not camping (too old for that).
For shorter trips, I'd only need one pack, of course. But it's nice to have the option without having to install other stuff.
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Has anyone installed a GIVI top case rack to their 890? I've used their cases on many prior bikes and like the system. Their site shows a rack for the 790 Duke, but I can't find a reference there or elsewhere on whether it fits the 890 Duke. I'm assuming there's a 95+% chance it would fit, but would be nice to confirm before ordering.
Email them direct and they will confirm one way or the other.
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