I have been thinking about changing over to a ktm 690 690 sm-r they are a cracking looking bike with all the trick bits very tempting. My mate bought one and said best bike he had ever had. I have got to admit it looks good but bloody expensive! on paper it should absolutely hammer the xt.

Yesterday we swapped bikes for a short ride a blast up the motorway included and I have got to admit it is good. The seat height is very similar to the tenere with the x being lower.

But hand on heart there is no way I will be changing from the xt. Don't know if it is because I am used to my bike or what. I just prefer the xt this is my own personal opinion. The xt continues to grow on me and the best thing is the price especially on used bikes, low mileage, late reg options even from a dealer can be picked up 4k.

I know the xt has not changed for years but the old saying is correct (If it is not broke do not fix it) final word xt is a cracking bike.