Big B Posted September 18, 2018 Report Share Posted September 18, 2018 Hey folks! Wondering if you can help me decide between: '07 BMW 1200GS - Stock for $6500 '14 KTM 1190 Adventure R - tons of kit for $8500 Both have equal miles at 42k, with recent dealer service. I wish I were closer to dirt, but realistically I'll be on concrete slabs. AND I'm looking to do a ride from California to Kentucky and back (with some Route 66 to say I did it). I have dreams of off-road camping adventures in Big Bear/Arrowhead and National Park hopping. I sold my Duc Monster 900 cause I'm too tall, so KTM height won't be an issue at all. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Eric Hall Posted September 18, 2018 Administrators My Rides (3) Report Share Posted September 18, 2018 For the type of travel you describe I'd go with the BMW. I'm more of an enduro/adventure guy and would go with the KTM because my love for dirt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason R Posted September 20, 2018 My Ride Report Share Posted September 20, 2018 On slab the BMW is smoother. The KTM will be fun though. Its a blast to launch the VTwin down the on ramps. Whats the big red dial looking thing on the KTM close to the passenger peg? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Rhodes Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 Beemer street and KTM dirt. Hands down you will be happy with the Beemer ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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