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So today it was the "R". It followed yesterday's launch of the 1190 Adventure, some thoughts shared here: https://wilddog.net.za/forum/index.php?topic=122317.0
The two bikes are from the same DNA, with differences as follows:
The two bikes are from the same DNA, with differences as follows:
- The R has no electronic suspension adjustment. The suspension is adjusted manually. Front forks have rebound damping on the right and compression damping clicker on the left. Seems like this arrangement is the new trend. No need for clickers at the bottom of the fork, both conveniently located on top of the fork. Rear preload adstment knob is within easy reach. Suspension travel is 20 mm more on the R.
- Wheel sizes: The R has a 21 x 2.5" front rim with the normal 90/90-21 tyre size and the rear is an 18 x 4.5" rim with a 150/70-18 tyre. Same tyre sizes as the 990 - but the 1190 has the centre spoked tubelss design same concept as the 1190 Adv. Stock tyres also the Conti Attack. It needs knobbly tyres for off-road use, and the options are on the way. Continental is brining a TKC 80 and the Metzeler Karoo 3 is also an option if I understand correctly. Tyres are going to be costly....
- Seats: The R has a one piece seat which is not height adjustable. I found it more comfortable than the 2 piece seat on the Adv.
- Paint: Paint and stickers leave no doubt about which one is the R...."
- The R comes with crash bars.
- The R has a smaller screen.
- Handlebars are wider on the R
