KTM 690 Suspension Upgrade – This One Change Transforms the Bike

In this video I explain why I bought the KTM 690 again, after previously owning a 790, and how I’ve gone about turning it into the best all-round travelling adventure / light enduro bike for the riding I actually do. I talk honestly about: Why the 790 was just too heavy for me as a self-employed rider What went wrong with my previous 690 (and why I sold it) The big suspension mistake many riders make The £900 suspension upgrade that completely transformed this bike Fork and shock internals explained in plain English Why suspension setup matters more than bolt-on accessories I also show you the mods and upgrades I’ve done so far, including: Suspension revalve & piston upgrade Nice CNC tower & wind protection Budget Android / CarPlay navigation setup Winter muffs, folding mirrors & luggage rack AXP sump guard vs alloy guards Handguards – what I like and what I don’t If you’re running (or thinking of buying) a KTM 690, Husqvarna 701, or GasGas 700, this video should help you avoid costly mistakes and spend your money where it actually matters. 👍 If you found it useful, give it a thumbs up 🔔 Consider subscribing if you’re new here 🏍 Ride safe and keep safe out there If you’re thinking of riding through the colder months — or want to stay warm on early morning commutes — these could be the perfect pair for you. item number MG7501H 🔗 Get yours here https://rideiron.com/?ref=SIMONBUTTER... 💰 Use my discount code below for extra savings! "SIMONB" 🏍️ Sponsored by: https://www.epicmotorcycletours.co.uk 📈 Don’t forget to give the video a big thumbs up, hit that HYPE button, and subscribe for more honest reviews, rides and gear tests. Ride safe, be safe, and keep safe. See you soon! #HeatedGloves #MotorcycleReview #SimonB #WinterRiding #IronJ #MotorcycleGear #bikerlife Our sponsors --- https://www.epicmotorcycletours.co.uk/ 📦 Grab your INNOVV tire inflator with 10% off using code SIMONB at checkout: 👉 Affiliate Link – https://innovv.com?sca_ref=9127602.nM... 👉 Amazon - https://amzn.to/4o7nOkG voucher code L9ILYFHX £27.19 📦 Jump Starter https://amzn.to/3GYwVT discount code Q9OB4CUA 50% off 😲💪😁😎 🧴 Mini Grease Gun – https://amzn.to/3GxBQen 🔧 AC Delco Electric Ratchet – https://amzn.to/3GPdBYW Get your gloves here - https://rideiron.com/?ref=SIMONBUTTER... Discount code- SIMONB https://www.ironjias.com/discount/SIM... Affiliate Link & Discount Code**: https://carpuride.com/?ref=xiqunrjz (use code SIMONB for $50 off) OR 30% off USE LOVEMOM30 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Business opportunities - get in touch [email protected] Support this channel buy me a coffee ☕ thanks https://ko-fi.com/simonbvlogger ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Simon B Merch Store: https://influencerstore.co.uk/simon-b/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out our sponsors - https://www.epicmotorcycletours.co.uk/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALWAYS FOLLOW THE GREEN LANE CODE !! Subscribe for free please follow the link - https://www.youtube.com/simonb1?sub_c... Easiest free ways to support my channel 1. Subscribe 😎 2. Like or Dislike 👍👎 3. Comment ✍ 4. Hit the notification bell 🔔 5. Share my vids with your mates Stay Safe, RIDE SAFE Follow me - Facebook - facebook.com/simonbvlogger Instagram - instagram.com/51monb​​​​ tick tock https://www.tiktok.com/@simonb675?_t=... 0:00 Why this video & what I’ll cover 0:49 Why I sold the KTM 790 1:46 Age, weight & real-world riding risks 2:09 Why the KTM 690 makes more sense 3:03 Why I hated my old 690 3:18 The real suspension problem explained 4:58 Why I sold it (and didn’t understand it then) 5:42 Why I bought the 690 again 6:07 £900 suspension upgrade – overview 6:22 Front fork upgrades explained 6:46 Rear shock revalve & piston upgrade 7:53 How it rides now (real-world testing) 8:42 Why suspension should be your FIRST upgrade 9:02 Walkaround – mods & accessories 9:08 Nice CNC tower & navigation setup 10:42 Tablet vs GPS – what I’m considering 11:29 Winter muffs – worth it? 12:01 Folding mirrors & steering damper 12:44 AXP sump guard vs alloy 13:16 Fork internals explained (before & after) 14:27 Why suspension servicing matters 15:30 Handguards – what I don’t like 16:46 Final thoughts on the KTM 690 17:00 Subscribe, thanks & Christmas message