Finally thrilled to hear someone say something good about the 1050. 15 Months ago a group of my mates who own all manner of things announced that they were doing a "black horse" run and that I should join. I am a KTM bigot so merrily made my way to Ktm to see what they had. A really good oke called Matt arranged me the loan of a demo 1090 which I took with open arms. Did the run and came Monday needed to return it. It was with a sore heart that I gave it back. Here's the thing though, the demo model was 135k. So we parted ways on the promise that if something similar was to come in he would let me know. Not two days later I received a call that a 1050 was coming in an that the owner was upgrading to a 1290. Whipped down to KTM and the deal was done.
The 1050 with 17500 kms, full service history, crash bars and a tinted screen was below 100k - Now I don't ride everyday. I don't commute on it except for the odd Friday. I ride weekends with mates and mainly weekends away. Procured a lekker KTM top box from a forum member and a set of nelson rigg saddlebags and done. What more do I need. I have a great bike for a price that was agreeable for me. To each his own I guess.
I ride regularly with a group of triumph 1200's a 1290R a few bmw gs's and even a triumph 800. At no stage do I feel inadequate, too slow, or not capable. Down Sani pass was a pleasure as she is light enough. They say its mapped the same as the 1090 < up until 6000 rpm. I dont care if it is or isn't. it works for me. I get great fuel consumption, she's capable and more than quick enough for me. I love my 1050 !!
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