The suspension surely helps with this. KTM own WP; their R&D departments are on the same site in Austria and they work hand-in-hand. The fully-adjustable but non-semi-active 48mm forks and shock both use settings and technology from KTM’s pukka enduro bikes to give professionally pitch-perfect control over the tricky stuff.
I own a 2015 1290SAT, my buddy owns a 2018 1290SAR. I will admit, getting used to the semi-active suspension took a full year of riding. It doesn't feel at all like a typical suspension, it's hard to describe the differences but they are noticeable if all you have ever ridden is conventionally suspended bikes. Account Settings; Log out; Front Suspension Brand Name. WP 2018 KTM Adventure 1090 R. MSRP. 2018 KTM 690 Enduro R. MSRP. 2018 KTM Freeride E-XC. and the position are inspired by the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA. SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS The 2023 KTM 890 ADVENTURE boasts a new suspension component at each end, providing precise rider feedback, limited adjustability, and overall, revised usability. WP APEX FORK Upfront, 43 mm WP open cartridge upside-down front fork is tuned specifically for adventure CONTENT All information contained is without obligation. KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH particularly reserves the right to modify any equipment, technical specifications, prices, colors, shapes, materials, services, service work,