WHY THE KTM 890R IS IN A CLASS OF IT’S OWN

After five days across the majestic landscape of New Zealand’s South Island on a ride with Ultimate Adventure Moto, Adam Riemann has come to a solid conclusion on the performance of the 2025 KTM 890 Adventure R, and it’s not just hype. This machine is in a class of its own.

New Zealand’s terrain doesn’t hand out compliments easily. From the greasy hill climbs of Danseys Pass to the wet asphalt of the West Coast, Adam put the 890R through its paces. It’s not just the horsepower or rally DNA that sets this bike apart, it’s how it channels that power through an off-road chassis that feels unmistakably like a dirt bike. The 890R blurs the line between enduro weapon and long-range adventurer in a way few bikes can.

Whether powering through rocky switchbacks or sliding into a rain-soaked corner, the bike never skipped a beat. KTM’s electronic wizardry preempts wheel spin with seamless traction control, while the WP Pro suspension lets the rider hit rough terrain like it’s second nature. The result? Confidence. Control. Flow.

In Why The KTM 890R is in a Class of Its Own,  Adam doesn’t just review the bike, he lives it. Riding solo among strangers, he finds common ground through throttle and terrain. The 890R isn’t just capable, it elevates the adventure. It allows you to ride harder, further, and with more precision than you’d ever expect from a twin-cylinder machine.

As Adam says, “Every other adventure bike has a limit. With the 890R, I’m still trying to find it.”

This isn’t just another adventure bike. It’s a dirt bike with muscle, and the road to Middle Earth has just confirmed it. Watch the full video below and be sure to check out our other content here