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2013 Adventure Bike Comparison Test The road from Armageddon to Salvation.
The Mayans seriously screwed up. Either that, or we're not great at reading their hieroglyphs. Most people awakened last December 22nd and pointed out that the predicted doomsday hadn’t materialized. But it got the Cycle World staff thinking…Even though we dodged that a person, shouldn’t we get ready in the case archeologists got the date on your Mesoamerican calendar wrong? And have you considered top selling Hollywood notion of a coming zombie acopalypse? Plenty of people believe zombies actually exist. When was much more time you saw Keith Richards?Close to this much we concur: If you want to escape the chaos that the complete global catastrophe could produce,Borse Gucci,Gucci Sito Ufficiale, a motorcycle is the ally. And big, adventure-touring bikes are clearly the first choice to the “end-is-near” scenario. They furnish on- and off-road capability, significant carrying capacity and great long-distance comfort. Plus, they are fitted with armor to them out of your inevitable hard knocks on the unknown world. A GSX-R will allow you to receive up to date when all hell breaks loose. Please enable Javascript to take this video Our couple of testbikes—all fitted with DOT-approved knobbies, saddlebags as well as other protective parts—spans a large spectrum, beginning with relatively lightweight 650cc Singles from Husqvarna (TR650 Terra) and Kawasaki (KLR650). Moving up in displacement and weight, we've the Triumph Tiger 800XC Triple, the KTM 990 Adventure Baja V-Twin along with the behemoth Yamaha Super Ténéré, powered by just a 1200cc parallel-Twin.Travel just a couple hours away from the New york basin together with the environment starts looking post-apocalyptic—desolate and barren, yet strikingly beautiful. During our three-day trip, we blasted through sand dunes, dodged abandoned mines and hurtled past ghost towns left to rot during the harsh desert sun.Our adventure began with the Hotel Maya (sorry, there was to!) in Long Beach. We headed north from your dense urban congestion of L.A., an undertaking made much simpler on a bike as compared to a vehicle. Our ultimate destination? Salvation Mountain, the religious pop-art installation next to the Salton Sea. However,Gucci Borse, we got to attend a number of Southern California’s famous natural landmarks during this process.Husqvarna TR650 TerraOutfitted For ArmageddonAccessory skidplate ($186.55), wide footpegs ($148.25), high windscreen ($129.15), handguards ($104.76), rear luggage rack ($222.43); Giant Loop Siskiyou Panniers ($649.00), Hot Springs Heat Shields ($50.00); Kenda Big Block tires ($175.98)Total: $1666.12A lightweight among mammothsBest fuel economyGreat on tight, technical trailsNeeds more fuel capacityBetter wind protection would make it a contenderExhaust pipes’ insatiable appetite for nylon and plastic saddlebagsSome factors to consider when deciding on a motorcycle to flee Armageddon: What amount of power is enough? The amount of weight is too much? Is technology a help or hindrance? And then why not easy maintenance? Can the bike be repaired by having a Leatherman tool at midnight assisting the ro Motorcycle racing parts ad with mushroom clouds popping up in the near future?Moments after our departure, the 710 Freeway, one of many busiest trucking corridors in the nation, began taxing our bikes because of its rippled, stepped and potholed concrete. In this confining labyrinth of traffic and construction, all five bikes darted and bounded like cockroaches on the way to a buffet. Thankfully, long-travel suspension softened the ride, and upright riding positions helped us see across the cagers. Even as filtered past downtown L.A. and beyond the San Fernando Valley, there we were reminded how motorcyclists have the jump relating to leaving the location looking for an opportunity. Adiós, amigos.If simply arriving at the advantage in our megalopolis was the mission, must afford the nod on the largest-displacement machines, each of which produces over 80 horsepower and considerable torque. But even as we soon discovered, there has been many equalizers up ahead.Just hours outside of the city,Borse Gucci Outlet, after flicking through great twisty mountain roads near Lake Hughes, we left the asphalt slab and plowed on the firstly many miles of unmaintained desert paths, roads and trails. Part sand, part hardpack far more unpredictable,Gucci Sito Ufficiale, the first trail turned the tides on the big bikes in a hurry, especially the Tiger 800XC and, to some lesser degree, the Super Ténéré.“The 800XC defines a streetbike on knobbies,” said Off-Road Editor Ryan Dudek. “It’s pretty much definitely not really dirtbike.” This agreement former staffer Jimmy Lewis added, “It’s held back by two significant points: a top-heavy feel in addition to a cramped riding position.”As for your Yamaha, Dudek said, “Even utilizing its huge mass, the Super T works nicely with the dirt. It’s a tad too big to swerve around zombies, but it can be stable enough to mow them down.”Kawasaki KLR650Outfitted For ArmageddonTouratech skidplate ($130.80), Zega Pro panniers ($1247.20), headlight guard ($81.70); Continental TKC 80 tires ($248.98)Total: $1708.68Simple, effective and dead reliableSuperior fuel range leaves buddies high and dryNever the easiest in the pub as well as the dirt but never far behindBasic suspension easily overwhelmedRubber footpegs slippery when wetNot much more quickly than the VW microbusThe riders on your 404-lb. Husky and 436-lb. Kawasaki Singles looked relaxed on the other hand, of course, if we finally hit tarmac again, the KLR continued to shine, because it's predictable and manageable regardless of the condition on the road. “The Kawi is really simple ride off-road,” commented guest-tester Jesse Ziegler. “Despite the rubber footpegs, it’s a real dirtbike chassis and feels as though one.”Not far behind,Borse Gucci Outlet, but a lesser amount of confidence-inspiring, was the Husky. “The TR’s handling is a little awkward,Gucci Sito Ufficiale,” said Lewis. “The bike provides extensive weight about the front wheel and feels unstableat broadband internet.”Transcending every thing would be the amazing KTM. Despite its size and not-insignificant heft, the 990’s chassis,Borse Gucci Outlet, steering geometry and ergonomics are impressive. “The KTM reminds me to a dirtbike and acts like one if I keep her managed,” said Lewis. “The biggest plus is the suspension, which useful holdings and liabilities situation.”Later that afternoon, reality struck when another guest tester, John Volk-man, crashed the Triumph. Crossing two-track desert sand whoops, he got a touch too comfortable with the bike’s capabilities and surpassed the limits of traction and balance.When the dust settled (literally), parts were strewn through the desert. Functionally, the bike was fine. We lost a handguard (except for the lever it was actually protecting) and had to reattach the windscreen with Zip-ties, even so the XC had nothing twisted or critically damaged beyond a broken bag mount. Plus,Gucci Borse, it looked way more Road Warrior. Not less than that’s what Volkman said. Day 1 finished late-afternoon photos with the Trona Pinnacles, a surreal desert landscape found in Planet in the Apes.KTM 990 Adventure BajaOutfitted For ArmageddonStandard crash bars, handguards, skidplate, waterproof tankbag, tailpack, and DOT-approved Dunlop 908RR knobby tires.Comes standard along with the necessitiesA robust pile of manhoodDances through dunes to be a camel on crackTwo freaking fuel fillersDunlop knobbies are squirmy on asphaltPoor maneuverability in tight quartersDay 2 began at the outset of below-freezing temperatures at Goat Breker’s Sky Ranch in Randsburg (randsburgcottagehotel.com). After exploring several old mines, we chose to skirt Death Valley and head t Street Bike Levers o Dumont Dunes, two long, cold hours away while driving. Rotating in the bikes constantly made us really appreciate each machine’s good and bad points. We also learned that there are particular bikes we dreaded riding in the event the wind was howling as well as numbers over the world’s tallest thermometer in Baker weren’t even registering (okay, the thermometer was broken, however weather used to be freaking cold). To not pick on anybody bike for example, but the poor Husky,Borse Gucci, featuring a stubby windscreen, proved quite unpopular after we hit long stretches of highway.“It looked like additional guys timed it i really is on the road, on this non-highway bike,Gucci Outlet, excess of was fair,” said Ziegler. “It has little wind protection, and i also could hear those guys laughing all the time we snuck roughly 90 mph. I’ve seen Mad Max enough to discover you will have to ride plenty of highways following your s&*% hits the fan, and,Gucci Outlet, towards the, this bike sucks.”At the alternative end from the adventure-bike plushometer would be the Super Ténéré. “On the street,Gucci Outlet, this bike kicks butt,” said Dudek. “It has a comfortable and open riding position, great wind protection, a great seat and capacity to the moon.”Between those two extremes,Gucci Borse, another bikes deliver varying degrees of comfort and wind protection. Every tester felt the KLR offered good (and not the right) shelter from your breeze, accompanied by a decent seat. The KTM has spot-on ergonomics together with a nice saddle, even if the windscreen at freeway speeds caused some helmet buffeting. Alternatives Triumph, considering biggest complaint was the riding position. The footpegs are extremely high (on- or off-road), the bars far forward and the seat/tank relationship makes the bike Motorcycle lever feel similar to a streetfighter than an ADV bike. Strangely enough, nobody bitched with regards to the heated grips.Triumph Tiger 800XCOutfitted For ArmageddonAccessory Arrow exhaust pipe ($799.99), billet footpegs Motorcycle lever ($149.99), black handlebars ($124.99), crash bars ($199.99), radiator guard ($79.99), skidplate ($209.99), headlight protector ($79.99), heated grips ($249.99), adjustable tall windscreen ($59.99), saddlebags ($799.99), centerstand ($219.99), top case sliding carriage kit ($149.99); Kenda Big Block tires, $217.98Total: $3342.86Awesome engine: smooth, powerful and funSounds such as angry warbird strafingthe desertAll the bells and whistlesAll the amazing features cost serious bankFunky ergos make no friendsTop-heavy feel fights you off-roadJust as polarizing as being the bikes were in the pub, the initial riding techniques needed in the sand dunes turned it up another notch. Suddenly, the 600-pound Yamaha was a liability, although watching Dudek fly out dunes about the Super T would have been a a thing of beauty. Lightish weight and decent power suddenly turned the Husky right wanted commodity. Given it ended up on every surface close to this aspect, the KLR was an audio choice, not capable of performing many pet tricks but totally solid. When considering pure fun,Borse Gucci, the Tiger, with the right rider, was exhilarating plus an auditory orgasm.“The XC’s motor, with the accessory Arrow exhaust, seems like you’re putting zombies in the wood chipper that’s running on race gas,” said Ziegler. “It would participate in a fine job of increasing your mood if perhaps you were, the truth is, planning to outrun the undead.”To no one’s surprise, the KTM been shown to be king within the sand hill. Its engine wasn’t the favorite, but being the lightest for the big bikes and having by far the most off-road-oriented riding position and chassis feel, it had become right at your home, feeling similar to a smaller enduro machine. Magic.Looking for a short freeway blast leaving Barstow to the morning of Day 3, we for a second time headed off-road. We jumped onto Camp Rock Road, a rock-strewn gravel route through Lucerne Valley. All five bikes were essentially on even footing here. Sure, the Super Ténéré, Triumph and KTM could all easily blast nearly above 100 mph, but there comes a time when you have to think adjustable levers about stopping. And you just need serious amounts of space to reel in 600 pounds of mass even on a loose, sandy surface, knobbies or otherwise not. Saner speeds soon prevailed, although bikes might have been ideal for sustaining those speeds non-stop just to make sure.After our high-speed hijinks, we slowed up in a hurry. Whoops in as much as a persons vision often see. Not only any whoops, but seemingly endless ripples strung out through the desert and covered in 3-6 inches of sand and gravel. Not such type of huge problem to the KTM, KLR and TR, however the Triumph had to reluctantly slow to the jog together with the Ténéré into a shuffle. Nevertheless, in such a environment, all five bikes needed to be ridden with special care, as enduros it isn't. We'd to ride the Yamaha just like a rock-crawling rig; otherwise, the poor bike would have joined the Triumph as being a part of the walking dead.Yamaha Super TénéréOutfitted For ArmageddonTouratech skidplate ($327.20), crash guards ($419.99), headlight guard ($130.80), handguards ($121.50), large sidestand foot ($39.20); Wunderlich Vario brake/clutch levers ($398.00), GPS mount ($139.00); Continental TKC 80 tires, ($347.98)Total: $1923.67Best cockpit for your long haulReally is capable of it allCan be loaded like a yakWeight pays few dividendsWith no on/off switch, ABS really should be “tricked” offPonderous through technical terrainThe survival people bikes—not to call our general comfort and capacity to carry supplies—was greatly enhanced because of the factory and aftermarket accessories installed. We’ll do not no for certain in the event the protective guards saved us from serious headaches, but from the loud metallic clanks we heard as rocks ricocheted heli-copter flight skidplates, i would say they did. Ditto our blend of DOT-approved Kenda Big Block, Continental TKC 80 and Dunlop 908 knobby tires.Late on Day 3, we rolled along the stinky shores belonging to the Salton Sea and finally arrived at Salvation Mountain. Hallelujah! Think exactly what you may around the quirky site’s religious iconography, but we became true believers when you spied an excellent bus made up of German fashion models completing a video shoot, undoubtedly hoping for us.Before we totally lost our focus, we discussed the merits associated with every bike, reminding ourselves the fact that the best bike needn’t necessarily function as the fastest, the best quality handling or use the most technologically advanced. The original question for you is this: If you were picking such types of five to be a survival tool, a single you are able to make use of in a very wide and unknown assortment of circumstances, which bike could you choose?Don’t think we've found unfairly judged the Triumph even as we rearranged its face; its last-place ranking is not to do with its crash damage. The Tiger got really large marks now for the engine, suspension and attitude. What held the XC back is that often it’s clearly probably the most street-oriented inside the test. Off-road, the odd ergonomics and top-heavy feel never provided complete confidence. But we've got to necessary under some Triumph credit for surviving a pretty good tussle with desert, regardless that its left saddlebag now looks similar to it has been used for AR-15 target practice.Just one or two more modifications could possibly have vaulted the TR650 inside the mix. “It’s a dirtbike with blinkers and luggage—sort of,” said Ziegler. “It was like cheating during the sand and rocks. It’s maneuverable and fun and takes its really efficient dual-sport bike, nevertheless in this comparison, its on-road shortcomings stood out a lot. It’s not really a survival bike.” A larger gas tank (along with its best-of-test mpg) can have earned big bonus points, while a KLR-like fairing can have forced us to earnestly reshuffle our final order. Aftermarket, take note.Despite it gargantuan dimensions, the Super Ténéré does a commendable job to become a do-it-all machine. “This bike hauls ass and he has the foremost long-distance peace of mind in quality,” said Ziegler. “It has good fuel range, is reliable and fun to ride. The wind protection is incredible, and it also feels wants it goes about 150 mph. If for example the zombies have Maseratis, the Yamaha will probably win.” Reality could this be: The Super T, due to its size, does remarkably well inside the dirt, especially an unknown post-apocalyptic world, its weight and complexity it from being our first choice.Our runner-up might ruffle some feathers, as two outside of our five testers picked the KTM first. There is absolutely no question the fact that 990 Adventure Baja dominated most of the performance categories. “Overall, the KTM’s comfort is high, the engine gets the job done with ability to spare, plus the brakes are fantastic,” said Lewis. “Downsides add a limited tur SportBike Levers ning radius and soft engagement of one's clutch. I’d want a little better fuel economy and, definitely, more range, but also in Baja trim, the 990 features a great number of value.”Which raises the winner. Here, Volkman spoke for people like us: “No Internet support with zero trained motorcycle technicians is going to be available after Armageddon. So, I need the AK-47 of risk bikes. Beauty, plastic doodads and sophisticated electronics won’t matter. I don’t require a bike which may shed plastic in a fall much like a Labrador Retriever loses fur this coming summer. You need absolute reliability, convenience to mechanical internals and no-manual fixability. This bike isn’t one of the best overall areas, but, like the AK, it'll be simple, reliable and effective. The bike I’m riding over the dust considering the sunset inside my back may be the Kawasaki KLR650. Once i pull the trigger, I would like it to fireside. Dust, sand or mud won’t stop this bullet.”The Road from Armageddon to Salvation - tour map'>The Road from Armageddon to Salvation - Day 1 map'>Hotel Maya in Long Beach, CA'>Trona Pinnacles'>Husqvarna TR650 Terra - in-action #2'>Armageddon-like scene near Randsburg'>On hardpack roads near Randsburg'>Goat's Sky Ranch in Randsburg'>The Road from Armageddon to Salvation - Day 2 map'>Dumont Dunes shot #2'>Kawasaki KLR650 - in-action'>Yamaha Super Ténéré - in-action'>Husqvarna TR650 Terra - in-action #1'>Dumont Dunes shot #1'>Triumph Tiger 800XC - adjustable handle in-action'>KTM 990 Adventure B clutch and brake levers aja - in-action'>Husqvarna TR650 Terra - on location'>Kawasaki KLR650 - on location'>KTM 990 Adventure Baja - on location'>Triumph Tiger 800XC - on location'>Yamaha Super Ténéré - on location'>The Road from Armageddon to Salvation - Day 3 map'>Box Canyon'>Salvation Mountain transportation'>Salvation Mountain'>Husqvarna TR650 Terra - studio'>Kawasaki KLR650 - studio'>KTM 990 Adventure Baja - studio'>Triumph Tiger 800XC - studio'>Yamaha Super Ténéré - studio'>.spec-table background:#fbfbfb; margin-bottom:20px; width:100%;.spec-table td padding-left:10px; width:16%;SPECIFICATIONSHusqvarna TR650 TerraKawasaki KLR650KTM 990 Adventure BajaTriumph Tiger 800XCYamaha Super TenereGENERALList Price$6999 ($8665 as tested)$6499 ($8208 as tested)$14,999$11,999 ($15,342 as tested)$14,790 ($16,714 as tested)Warranty12 mo./unlimited mileage12 mo./unlimited mileage24 mo./24,000 miles24 mo./unlimited mileage12 mo./unlimited mileageENGINE & DRIVETRAINEngineliquid-cooled, four-stroke Singleliquid-cooled, four-stroke Singleliquid-cooled, four-stroke V-Twinliquid-cooled, four-stroke inline-Tripleliquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel-TwinBore & stroke100.0 x 83.0mm100.0 x 83.0mm101.0 x 62.4mm74.0 x 61.9mm98.0 x 79.5mmDisplacement652cc652cc999cc799cc1199ccCompression ratio12.3:19.8:111.5:111.1:111.0:1Valve traindohc, four valves per cylinder, shim adjustmentdohc, four valves per cylinder, shim adjustmentdohc, four valves per cylinder, shim adjustmentdohc, four valves per cylinder, shim adjustmentdohc, four valves per cylinder, shim adjustmentValve adjust intervals6000 mi.26,250 mi.9300 mi.12,000 mi.26,600 mi.Induction45mm throttle bodyKeihin 40mm(2) 48mm throttle bodies(3) 44mm throttle bodies(2) 46mm throttle bodiesElectric power400w245w450w645w600wCHASSISWeight:Tank empty404 lb.436 lb.505 lb.522 lb.598 lb.Tank full427 lb.474 lb.538 lb.554 lb.636 lb.Fuel capacity3.6 gal.6.1 gal.5.3 gal.5.0 gal.6.0 gal.Wheelbase59.6 in.58.6 in.61.7 in.59.9 in.60.7 in.Rake/trail27.0°/4.4 in.28.0°/4.4 in.26.6°/na in.28.0°/5.0 in.28.0°/5.0 in.Seat height34.3 in.34.5 in.34.5 in.33.5 in.33.0 in.GVWR840 lb.788 lb.948 lb.966 lb.1036 lb.Load capacity (tank full)413 lb.314 lb.410 lb.412 lb.427 lb.SUSPENSION & TIRESFront suspension:46mm Sachs41mm KYB48mm WP45mm Showa43mm KayabaClaimed wheel travel7.5 in.7.9 in.8.3 in.8.7 in.7.5 in.Adjustmentsnonenonecompression and rebound damping, spring preloadnonecompression and rebound damping, spring preloadRear suspension:SachsKYBWPShowaYHSJClaimed wheel travel7.5 in.7.3 in.8.3 in.8.5 in.7.5 in.Adjustmentsrebound damping, spring preloadrebound damping, spring preloadhigh- and low-speed compression and rebound damping, spring preloadrebound damping, spring preloadrebound damping, spring preloadTires:Front90/90-21 Kenda Big Block (as tested)90/90-21 Continental TKC 80 (as tested)90/90-21 Dunlop 908F RR Z (as tested)90/90-21 Kenda Big Block (as tested)110/80-19 Continental TKC 80 (as tested)Rear140/80-18 Kenda Big Block (as tested)130/80/17 Continental TKC 80 (as tested)140/80-18 Dunlop 908RR Z (as tested)150/70-17 Kenda Big Block (as tested)150/70-17 Continental TKC 80 (as tested)PERFORMANCE1/4-mile13.37 sec. @ 95.24 mph14.50 sec. @ 86.44 mph11.48 sec. @ 115.47 mph12.19 sec. @ 109.15 mph11.99 sec. @ 107.38 mph0-30 mph1.4 sec.1.6 sec.1.3 sec.1.5 sec.1.3 sec.0-60 mph4.3 sec.5.4 sec.3.1 sec.3.6 sec.3.3 sec.0-90 mph10.7 sec.17.1 sec.6.2 sec.7.2 sec.7.2 sec.0-100 mph15.9 sec.na sec.7.6 sec.9.3 sec.9.2 sec.Top gear period to speed:40-60 mph5.3 sec.6.0 sec.4.7 sec.3.5 sec.4.3 sec.60-80 mph7.2 sec.8.5 sec.4.8 sec.4.2 sec.4.9 sec.Measured top speed105 mph93 mph129 mph124 mph118 mphHorsepower48.6 @ 7100 rpm35.8 @ 6190 rpm89.7 @ 8740 rpm82.7 @ 9940 rpm90.8 @ 7230 rpmTorque39.3 ft.-lb. @ 5710 rpm33.1 ft.-lb. @ 4910 rpm56.7 ft.-lb. @ 8120 rpm51.9 ft.-lb. @ 7650 rpm73.8 ft.-lb. @ 5660 rpmFuel mileage:High/low/average48/42/45 mpg45/34/41 mpg41/21/36 mpg43/33/40 mpg40/29/35 mpgAvg. range inc. reserve167 mi.250 mi.191 mi.200 mi.210 mi.Braking distance:From 30 mph40 ft.40 ft.42 ft.35 ft.37 ft.From 60 mph164 ft.161 ft.170 ft.144 ft.152 ft. --> |
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