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« on: February 02, 2010, 11:28:12 AM »
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« Reply #1 on: February 02, 2010, 01:50:47 PM »
Nice   Thumbsup

It seems the enthusiasm for the redesigned Multistrada 'round these parts has diminished KTM's shine - maybe I'm just looking in the wrong place.
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« Reply #2 on: February 02, 2010, 03:31:49 PM »
These kinds of ads, I will gladly endure.  Very informative  Bigok
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« Reply #3 on: February 03, 2010, 05:27:26 PM »
Quote from: Delegate1k on February 02, 2010, 03:31:49 PM

These kinds of ads, I will gladly endure.  Very informative  Bigok


Agree.  Lots of good info.
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« Reply #4 on: February 04, 2010, 04:27:14 AM »
Quote from: Castaway on February 02, 2010, 01:50:47 PM

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It seems the enthusiasm for the redesigned Multistrada 'round these parts has diminished KTM's shine - maybe I'm just looking in the wrong place.


The price of the Multistrada diminished its shine for me.

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« Reply #5 on: February 06, 2010, 12:17:42 PM »
Well they say that you are getting 4 bikes for that price, but I'm not buying it.
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« Reply #6 on: February 07, 2010, 08:09:24 AM »
I have 10000+ miles on mine and do agree with the report whole heartedly  Inlove

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I haven't noticed the clocks being difficult to read (maybe he need new glasses  Wink ).
I almost never use the rear brake but have noticed that if I intentionally stomp hard on it, it can emit a borderline scary squeal. But if that's the biggest problem on the bike...  Thumbsup
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« Reply #7 on: February 10, 2010, 06:57:49 PM »
I really like the looks of this bike... except for the front fender.  It looks like someone used a jigsaw to make it.  Needs a hugger on the back tire also.
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« Reply #8 on: February 11, 2010, 07:00:58 PM »
Quote from: oldenslow on February 10, 2010, 06:57:49 PM

I really like the looks of this bike... except for the front fender.  It looks like someone used a jigsaw to make it.  Needs a hugger on the back tire also.


When the front fender is in the appropriate place no one will be able to see it except me peering over it while lofting the front wheel.  And when I'm pounding out hundreds of miles a day I won't be able to see the rear beneath me.  
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« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2010, 08:00:37 PM »
Quote from: Hotbrakes on February 11, 2010, 07:00:58 PM



When the front fender is in the appropriate place no one will be able to see it except me peering over it while lofting the front wheel.  And when I'm pounding out hundreds of miles a day I won't be able to see the rear beneath me.  


Not for looks on the rear, I like a hugger to keep all the crap from spraying all over in crummy conditions.  
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« Reply #10 on: February 12, 2010, 10:45:19 AM »
Quote from: oldenslow on February 10, 2010, 06:57:49 PM

Needs a hugger on the back tire also.


http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l103/some_finn/990/smt-hugger.jpg
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« Reply #11 on: February 12, 2010, 02:51:13 PM »
Quote from: some_finn on February 12, 2010, 10:45:19 AM



http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l103/some_finn/990/smt-hugger.jpg


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« Reply #12 on: April 25, 2010, 08:23:41 AM »
Just bought an SMT.  Pick it up this week.  Had a great test ride and really look forward to putting some miles on it.  A lot of interest in the new Multi, but the KTM was available and at a good price.  
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« Reply #13 on: April 25, 2010, 12:11:07 PM »

 Congrats, post up some pic's when you get it.
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« Reply #14 on: April 25, 2010, 01:16:53 PM »
Thanks, will do.  
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« Reply #15 on: April 25, 2010, 03:32:49 PM »
I have subscribed. Looking forward to your review.
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« Reply #16 on: April 25, 2010, 07:07:14 PM »
Congratulations. Such a great bike. Can't wait to hear more about it.
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« Reply #17 on: April 26, 2010, 06:06:51 PM »
Was pleasantly surprised when the dealer called me today to say that I could pick up the bike late this afternoon.  Cool!

Bike was ready and looking good when I got there.  Had a great ride home, even though it was raining a bit.  Not yet too many miles of course, but what I have done has been a blast.  Should be quite the fun ride.   Smile
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« Reply #18 on: April 27, 2010, 01:56:43 PM »

 Wow, that is just plain beautiful. I can't help but feel a little jealous  Wink Thanks for posting the pic's
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« Reply #19 on: April 28, 2010, 08:22:50 AM »
When are they gonna offer larger hard lockable panniers for it?  Those little ones are good for commuting but I need something bigger for camping, trips, etc.
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