09-09-2023, 06:31 AM
the 1290 is a nice ride , my Giant friend has a 2022 SAS . I as a 5' 1" tall rider had a 1190R for awhile with all the dongles and farkels . It was fast , and the 1290 seems slower untill you turn off ALL aids and run in rally mode . I dialed all traction control off by the left switch after about 3 miles . 3rd gear power wheelies 
. Some heat issues are resolved but the rear header glows light red in low light on the 1290 and KTM says its normal . Just a FYI for you .
. Some heat issues are resolved but the rear header glows light red in low light on the 1290 and KTM says its normal . Just a FYI for you .