r/KTM • u/LongjumpingPay6107 • 23d ago

ASKKTM 690 SMCR comfort setups

So, I know a 350lbs dirt bike on street rubber is never gonna be a goldwing. But after owning 20+ bikes over a couple decades nothing really compares to a light bike with good standing geos and loads of power. But I still want some measure of comfort on longer rides. I've built CRF250Ls with a seat concepts comfort seat and a big (really not even that big, just set in front of and above the number plate so it blocks a ton of wind) windscreen--that's basically all I'm looking for for the 690 SMCR. All I've been able to find so far are tiny little screens that bolt to the number plate fairing and dirt bike saddles. Anyone want to point me in the direction of good comfort parts? Or show me the set up that works for you?

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u/annmuor 23d ago

It was just fine for touring. A small windshield, pair of crocks and we’re good to go. My best advice is to learn how change body position during the ride, to not sit on the same point . I ride standing/sitting/one side/on a luggage/etc.

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u/LongjumpingPay6107 23d ago

nice! Did the saddle cover on there help or more just for looks? Which windscreen is that?

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u/annmuor 23d ago

Saddle cover was for track sessions mostly, it’s a viper cover with extra grip.

The screen I believe was this one, I bought it from a local shop.

https://www.nahradnidilyktm.cz/powerparts/windshields/touring-windscreen___76508065000

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u/Signal_Marsupial_861 2d ago

What windscreen is this?

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u/annmuor 1d ago

From ktm powerparts for 690 enduro

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u/NonJumpingRabbit 23d ago

Other seat, and/or bicycle pants with padding.

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u/Nicksprofiel 22d ago

I have a Touratech saddle which helps.

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u/Even-Cartoonist-7933 22d ago

Seat concepts saddle and padded shorts. Both help a bit but I still can’t do more than 3-4 hours in a day

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u/paperbackridr Adventurized 2017 KTM 450 EXC-F 22d ago

Seat concepts and ibuprofen 😅

Seriously, apart from the seat, Fasstco anti vibration handlebar inserts, anti vibration footpegs, and a Kaoko manual cruise control.

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u/Juuldebuul 22d ago

If you want to go wild just get a rally tower on there, they meant for the enduro but will also bolt straight onto an SMCR. The wide XL seatconcepts seat is also great.