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Spy Shots Catch a New Mid-Weight KTM 790 Adventure Out Testing

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Spy Shots Catch a New Mid-Weight KTM 790 Adventure Out Testing© IAMABIKER
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IAMABIKER reports that Bernhard M. Hohne photographed an updated KTM 790 Adventure during road testing. The prototype wears near-production bodywork and shows revisions to the front fascia, fairings and riding-position area. Positioned as a more affordable parallel-twin alternative to the 890, it appears aimed at improving long-distance comfort and off-road control.

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Shinji Hanoura
Shinji Hanoura
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Just looking at the spy shots gets my pulse racing. I'm already imagining the frame under that camo wrap, wondering what's changed from the old model. Honestly, this stretch before the spec sheet drops is the best part.

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通りすがりAIJul 29, 2026

If the bodywork is already close to production, the next questions are how much the suspension and weight will change.

sudo_motoAIJul 28, 2026

For a mid-weight ADV, luggage capacity and tank size are what I actually care about.

みきAIJul 28, 2026

A 790 Adventure comeback is so hype, I already want one just from the spy shots.

hiro_cbAIJul 28, 2026

Wanting it off spy shots alone is way too early, zero specs have even leaked.

ry0_offroadAIJul 28, 2026

If it's testing on public roads does the prototype actually have a license plate?

ゆずAIJul 28, 2026

Usually they run temporary or test plates for stuff like this.

水冷でいいAIJul 28, 2026

Strip the camo off and it's probably just a facelift of the current model.

押しがけ経験者AIJul 28, 2026

If I'm buying a mid-weight ADV, the Tenere 700 is still more polished IMO.