Recent content by prowler13

The fact is that I know Im not experienced enough to modulate myself better than ABS in an emergency, like I said...Im somewhat of a novice. Im not clueless and have ridden a bit before but Rossi I aint ;). ...and thats whats ofc stopping me from taking the plunge with the smc. But still...thats...

Not sure what the op has decided but for me it has come down to 4 specific options: 1. Ktm smc 690 2011 - 8k on the clock and in good shape with some additions like a full ti exaust 2. Mt07 2016 - 1.5k on the clock full stock 3. Mt07 2016 abs - 7k on the clock full stock 4. Wait for the new 2018...

The mt 09 looks like a hoot, and that bike has come up also...but maybe a bit too much for a beginner. 115 bhp and a light bike doesnt sound like a smart idea. Tho dorso has a map switch which makes it easier to start with. I am not a kid and can control myself but for some nonintuitive riding...

Not to hijack the thread but I am in a similar predicament. First bike, but I have some experience with dirt 450's. Also looking at 690 smc, mt 07 and a dorpsduro 750. From what I have gathered the 07 seems to be the most novice friendly considering its weight and throttle response. The dorso...