Review & Test - 2020 KTM790 Adventure R

A thorough and detailed review and test of the 2020 KTM790 Adventure R. Motorcycle Adventure Dirtbike TV tested the bike on a day ride, a two day adventure and around town to see if it lived up to its reputation as a premium high performance adventure motorcycle.

[bjnuma]

This is by far the best 790 R review on the net.

[opharuq]

I respect the time and effort you put into this. Other channels, even the more viewed ones, sadly just have fun for themselves for a couple of hours then upload the video of that. You considering different aspects and actually testing them deserves respect. Thank you.

[saladdayss]

Got the 790R as my first bike in 31years. I love the dirt and this bike represents so much for me. It is so inspiring, I got another one for my son. A fun and capable bike both of us can enjoy. Amazing job KTM!!

[anacondaeight]

Hands down the best review I have seen (and I’ve been looking at a ton recently, having put a deposit down on a 790 Adv R). Organized, flowing, and the narration is methodical and understandable while the simultaneous riding clips relevant, informative in their own right, and very enjoyable! So well edited for both content and visual, perfect lighting... just, professional!

[ianboyd]

Probably the best motor-cycle review I've seen. Not only informative & enlightening, but entertaining. And the enthusiasm was palpable - and infectious.

[advnoob]

Regarding electronics. This is why i bought this bike instead of the Yamaha. As a noob, I wanted the bike to help take care of me and not bite me in the ass when I make a mistake.
On my first real adventure out, I left it in slip 8 all day. Hand on heart I believe that the electronics were the only reason I made it up some hills.
Crashed it 3 times in mud. All fun and games. I'm loving it

[MrEtnorb]

No question, the best review of the 790 by far. Insightful, thorough, well filmed and edited, makes the others look superficial.

[paulgarwood]

I’ve spent all Saturday watching reviews and comparisons. This is by far the best review on YouTube. Thanks for the awesome upload.
Can’t wait for COVID19 to end. I’m wanting to step up from my CRF250 Rally, the KTM 390 is very tempting but the 790R just has all the goodies!
It’s so good to hear an Aussie, just makes it feel some much more relevant 👍🤓🇦🇺

[WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Had to watch again. Best review I’ve seen yet! 790R is a ripper for sure! The suspension appears to be spot on. The riding position is proper. Ground clearance seems good too. Also, the area you’re riding in has spectacular views! Thanks for this ride mate. Ride safe.

[jackdaniels]

Wow the best review ever on this bike Dave. Nothing left wondering, you covered everything. Well done to you and Clubby, great shots and editing. Looking forward to your next adventure /show

[rkortes]

Your videos never fail to impress. This is the best evaluation of the 790 that I've seen so far. Keep up the great work! Hopefully I'll have an 890 in my garage by the end of 21.

[mainhunsas]

Fantastic review, David! Very detailed, authentic and fully tested in all terrains 👌🙂. Great trails and superb riding. Thank you!

[aukanmeister]

Like as if I didn't want it before..
Thank you for the high quality, thorough review, Dave!

[trevorcoleman]

Just about the best 790 R review on the web!! Not only informative, but almost a training video too. fantastic. Thank you.

[BillKiddfromBega]

Great review, thanks. I especially like the level of detail, feature by feature, very easy to follow and understand. I also like the Aussie voice and style - who else uses the term "gobful of power".
I bought one after this review.

[madajal]

Thanks for this review! I did a test ride of the 890R last week. I wish I had the bike for a day ride rather than 30 minutes in Sydney's traffic, but one thing that surprised me is how nimble the bike is for its size. I hope you get to review the 890 soon

[theEHWAZ]

Great review, sharing this with my cousin who is in the market for an ADV bike. I own a 2020 790 ADV R and new to adventure riding but road cruisers for over 20 years so I was looking for a capable ADV bike I can grow into. This bike is more capable than I will ever be off-road but it has been very forgiving helping me get through climbs and terrain that I should not have attempted yet. I'm amazed how you point it in a direction through tricky terrain and it gets you through it. I'm gaining more confidence every day and honestly believe that if I had chosen another bike without the technology and suspension, I would be having or tackling fewer adventures. I feel this is a bike that I will never outgrow and don't need to modify with aftermarket parts.

[snehalbhat]

Exploring the limits of the bike in the terrain where it belongs !! Kudos to you and your team !! Really a great video. Awesome machine by KTM✌️

[damytzeus]

people, if you're still wondering whether to get a tenere 700 or ktm 790 adventure, you should probably get a t7. 790 and t7 are very different bikes, if this excellent review doesn't sell you on the 790, you're probably a t7 rider and that's okay. go get a t7 and be done with it. if money is a concern, then you should also probably get a t7 and be done with it. 790 is more about emotion and performance. the t7, like a klr, seems sensible.

for me, the t7 doesn't appeal at all. no hesitation. I'm not sensible.

[RollinwithRoland]

Great video and some incredible riding!!! You all definitely helped in my decision to buy the 790S over the Africa Twin and I haven't a single regret. You've all even inspired me to start my own channel testing it out in the South Florida swamps. =D