Almost anyway. If you want to find out about the condition of the machine before driving, look at the instrument cluster. This is not without its incurrums, because the speedometer designers have also inserted extra layers and must have finally come to the realization that a not too large, circular indicator with reflective disc should be ideal for all information. One can disagree here, because especially in the sunshine it is not good to read.
But now: Keys around. Immediately a smile pulls on the face, because the sound is really good. This is of course due to the exhaust, but above all to what the KTMlers have pushed under the tank: the world's strongest single cylinder with 75 hp. At the core already in the stand gas, one recapitulates the character of this engine: under 3,500 rpm not much goes, but later the mail really goes off. And the absence of additional cylinders benefits the weight: in fact, the Vitpilen weighs only 169 kilos.
The bench is tight, but not uncomfortable, even in the company. The relatively narrow handlebar immediately stands out, as well as the sporty sitting position tilted forward. The small clutch handle pulled, side stand folded in (there is no main stand) and ...
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