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The powerplant remains the same potent 889cc LC8c unit producing 105hp and 100Nm of torque , however , the KTM Tech Pack comes as standard equipment . Other changes from the standard Adventure R include a Rally seat and wider Rally footpegs as standard ergonomic equipment , while heavy-duty wheels with Excel rims and carbon tank

guards up the durability of the 890 Adventure R Rally . In an almost purely aesthetic move , KTM has also chucked on a Supersprox-Stealth rear sprocket for its brand-new rally-derived and eye-catching functional design . If you ’ re lucky enough to secure yourself KTM ’ s most capable adventure machine , or you just want to see one in the flesh , you can expect any secured by Kiwis to arrive in the second quarter of 2024 .

Ride has worked to help ease the struggle of breast cancer for Kiwis , and for its 20th anniversary , there are some exciting changes in the mix for what is considered one of the nation ’ s largest charity rides . Mark your calendars for Sunday , October 8th for the 2023 Pink Ribbon Ride . Riders of all disciplines , whether you ride a scooter , trike or bike , are invited to join the team at the Auckland Netball Centre Car Park , from 9:00am with the ride scheduled to set off at 10:30am . For the 2023 edition , a new endpoint has been arranged with the ride set to conclude at Eden Park where there will be a range of activities including a raffle , spot prizes and a good old-fashioned sausage sizzle . The ride team are also looking for volunteer riders with spare pillion seats for Breast Cancer Survivors to also take part in the ride . If you are able to take a pillion ( and preferably provide some riding kit ), let them know . Entry to the 2023 Pink Ribbon Ride costs $ 25 and can be done prior to the ride at Facebook . com / PinkRibbonRide or on the day at the venue .

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