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Bug out bike. The enduro #1039117 03/23/16 09:11 PM
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I'm looking at the KTM 690 enduro r
And the Husqvarna 701 enduro.
Tough call. The 701 is $500 more.
What do you guys think?

http://www.ktm.com/us/enduro/690-enduro-r-2016/

http://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/us/enduro/dual-sport/701-enduro/


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039118 03/23/16 09:15 PM
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Which ever one has the best dealer near you. The problem with both is parts availability. What are your intended uses for it?


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039119 03/23/16 09:18 PM
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KTM has a much larger dealer network and aftermarket support.
I just got my learners permit and all my buddies ride enduros. I've wanted one fire a while. Probably 70% road to 30% trails and dirt and gravel country roads.


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039120 03/23/16 09:48 PM
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Personally having used various 2,3 and 4 wheel ORVs I think you'd be much better served by a 4wd 4 wheeler. They can tow a small trailer filled with food and supplies and are much more stable. I had a fairly nasty spill on a bike once. Wouldn't get on another.

However if you're just trying to justify a toy...no justification needed.


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039122 03/23/16 09:55 PM
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Started a BOV thread. You should see what people have to say before committing to a motorcycle.


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039124 03/23/16 09:59 PM
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My buddies have enduros and they ride and take short trips so I want something street legal. Not as good as a 4 wheeler but I'm looking at street legal 2 wheelers


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039126 03/23/16 10:50 PM
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Sounds like you have it all figured out.


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039127 03/23/16 11:05 PM
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If you are just starting to ride take a look at a Suzuki drz400. Great reliable bike that will have more than enough power for you.


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039128 03/23/16 11:12 PM
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That bike is in the running. It's just not as sexy as the other 2


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039129 03/23/16 11:13 PM
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2 guys I know have the drz 650s


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039130 03/23/16 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by gun dog
That bike is in the running. It's just not as sexy as the other 2


Those of us who have riden for many years have a saying. Chrome won't get you home. Lol


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Re: Bug out bike. The enduro [Re: gun dog] #1039133 03/23/16 11:42 PM
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Lol for sure. I was looking for as much power as I could get without going above 350 pound for a bike because I'd like to add an auxiliary fuel tank and when you add a rack for your BOB and rifle things start adding up and getting to heavy for cross country travel.


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