Now I've done it! KTM 990 for 2016 Stelvio

[Mooney78865]

Well I went the other way....Stelvio for a KTM Super Adventure. I do miss the NTX but I had my share of problems with her, 2 clutches and the dreaded worn tappets were the major repair items. Then there were small niggling stuff, stripped out tranny drain, steering head bearings going out and all the breather hoses replaced. I logged over 50,000 miles on it before I traded it in. ADV Rider has thread thats over 900 pages long that documents problems and fixes.

I've seen the ADV thread.  It needs to be broken up a bit in my opinion.  To many "topics" going for a single thread.  Unfortunately someone will start a "topic" that wanders for pages and pages without anything being accomplished.
As for the Super adventure, nice bike!  My Guzzi dealer also caries KTM and I was able to ride the 1190 versions a number of times.  Perhaps I didn't get to set the bikes up to my taste for the dirt, but I ALWAYS had the feeling the front end didn't give much feet back.  Similar to the BMW 1200 GSA's.  Didn't really do anything wrong, just couldn't tell if it was doing it right, if that makes sense. I really enjoyed the 990 but didn't feel like the 1190 was the direction I wanted to go.
But, that is why we have so many manufactures to chose from!  If we all liked the same equipment, we'd all be riding Urals!!

[swmckinley54]

One of the reasons I miss the Stelvio was how well it handled to gravel roads and two track. It made me a better rider than I was on those roads/trails. I spent some time on the backroads of Colorado and I had a lot more confidence in the NTX than I did with my GSA. I added the Rox risers to the handle bars and I could literally stand up on the bike for hours and ride.
A few items I would change if I were to buy another Stelvio.
1.) Get rid of the factory fog lights, buy and aftermarket set and add  fused circuits sold by a member here Kirb.
2.) Use caution when tightening oil/tranny drain plugs. DAMHIK.
3.) Rox risers.
4.) Don't put an aftermarket can on it, if you do you will have to load a new ECU map and your MPG will suffer. I did and I went back to stock can and map. Getting 32 mpg when I was getting 42mpg really bugged me.
5.) After market windshields are a real hit and miss exercise, I did not find one that was the solution. Tried the Calsci and the Madstad.
6.) Seat sucks, but everybody ass is different, for me the Russell Day Long did the trick.
7.) Changed out the fork oil to a heavier spec. I believe the service interval for the forks is 12k.
8.) Remove gas tank and check motor mounts, mine had loosened up or were never tight.

[Mooney78865]

One of the reasons I miss the Stelvio was how well it handled to gravel roads and two track. It made me a better rider than I was on those roads/trails. I spent some time on the backroads of Colorado and I had a lot more confidence in the NTX than I did with my GSA. I added the Rox risers to the handle bars and I could literally stand up on the bike for hours and ride.
A few items I would change if I were to buy another Stelvio.
1.) Get rid of the factory fog lights, buy and aftermarket set and add  fused circuits sold by a member here Kirb.
2.) Use caution when tightening oil/tranny drain plugs. DAMHIK.
3.) Rox risers.
4.) Don't put an aftermarket can on it, if you do you will have to load a new ECU map and your MPG will suffer. I did and I went back to stock can and map. Getting 32 mpg when I was getting 42mpg really bugged me.
5.) After market windshields are a real hit and miss exercise, I did not find one that was the solution. Tried the Calsci and the Madstad.
6.) Seat sucks, but everybody ass is different, for me the Russell Day Long did the trick.
7.) Changed out the fork oil to a heavier spec. I believe the service interval for the forks is 12k.
8.) Remove gas tank and check motor mounts, mine had loosened up or were never tight.

I've done the ROXX risers and your correct. Standing is much improved. I actually like the seat, (liked the stock 990 as well) and will ride it on the slab in the "high" position and usually lower it for prolonged off road travel to help with the occasional dab or two. What I like the most is the progressive clutch and the way it makes torque.  Even after 50k, I would occasionally stall the KTM at a light. So far I have not stalled the Stelvio at all, not once.
I've got the IDBDR coming up in a couple weeks and I'm REALLY looking forward to this one.  I did the AZBDR with about 1500 miles on the clock and that was my first experience with it off road.  I've now have a bit more experience with it and a chance to really sort out the suspension, loading, and what not. On the AZBDR I felt the forks were quite harsh.  Later I was reading that they do not like to run with min preload as one of the oil passages will "blind" causing the forks to behave just the opposite of what you are trying to achieve, softer.  Seems to be true as the local riding bares this out.  More to follow....

[WitchCityGuzzi]

 Very much looking forward to the ride report. Ive got a few guys at work that want to join me on either the COBDR, or UTBDR next year.

Really looking forward to a long dirt  journey.

Take lots of pictures!

[Mooney78865]

Very much looking forward to the ride report. Ive got a few guys at work that want to join me on either the COBDR, or UTBDR next year.

Really looking forward to a long dirt  journey.

Take lots of pictures!

Will do! 
I have just had the new 804 and 805 mounted last night and plan on wrapping up the gear collection this weekend for a Friday departure.  I did the 6k service last weekend and had a chance to try out the seal doctor tool as both legs were weeping oil.  Much impressed!  Both legs are fine, no fuss, no muss.  I highly recommend. One note though, my owners manual says that the seals are to be replaced at 6k.  Seriously?  Everybody doing that, or waiting for failure?
I would really like to do the COBDR or the NMBDR next year.  Although I LOVE the UTBDR as I think it embodies everything I got into Adventure riding for.  Someone was advocating for a Guzzi Rally in Utah next year.  I'm thinking late season (Sept), the White Rim, Monument Valley, Ruby's Inn would do nicely as a staging area.  Lots of great riding right out of the parking lot there too...

[WitchCityGuzzi]

Hard to beat the scenery of the UTBDR. It looks incredible.

[LowRyter]

Hard to beat the scenery of the UTBDR. It looks incredible.

How hard would it be for a street rider do that on an Enduro or Dual Purpose bike?

Very advanced or mainly dirt and gravel  roads?

[Mooney78865]

How hard would it be for a street rider do that on an Enduro or Dual Purpose bike?

Very advanced or mainly dirt and gravel  roads?

The BDR's are geared for larger adventure bikes. You should have little trouble with terrain. The biggest challenges you would face would be range and load capabilities. The routes aren't really designed as out and back, but could be done as such. Go to butler maps web site, pick the BDR you are interested in and watch the trailer or slide show, then look at the interactive map.

[Mooney78865]

Well, Im leaving in three days, have a head cold for the last two days and haven't wanted to do crap. I do have my gear about 80% packed though. Fortunately the bike is in need of nothing so it should not be to much of an issue finishing up. Still, I really enjoy the anticipation of a new adventure ride!
And I ordered a new helmet last week that hasn't shown up yet. Bloody holiday schedules!