KLE500 vs Ibex 450 vs 390 Adventure R: I Rode Them Back to Back to Back

The small adventure motorcycle segment is absolutely exploding with new options these days. Existing bikes like the CFMoto Ibex 450, KTM 390 Advneture R, and more are constantly joined by new models like the Kawasaki KLE500. I had the opportunity to ride all three of these ADV bikes back to back to back and am happy to share my impressions and thoughts on the great Kawasaki KLE500 vs CFMoto Ibex 450 vs KTM 390 Adventure R debate. Thanks to Brake Free for sponsoring this video and the channel! Increase your safety and visibility on the bike by picking up one for yourself at https://brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD These small adv bikes are all great in their own way and obviously when you look at Ibex 450 vs KLE 500 vs 390 Adventure you're going to find them to be incredibly similar. The stats on paper are very close, but the riding experience for each of them is a little different. It's my goal in this video to share some of the nuance of each bike and help you make a decision between the KTM 390 Adventure R, CFMoto Ibex 450, and the KTM 390 Adventure R. Hopefully this small adv bike shootout video can help you make a decision! Ibex 450 vs 390 Adventure R vs KLE500 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Brake Free Ad 02:02 CFMoto Ibex 450 11:56 KTM 390 Adventure R 23:54 Kawasaki KLE500 33:44 Final Conclusions Sign up for the Dork Email Newsletter and never miss another video drop or announcement AND be entered to win monthly gear giveaways: https://dorkintheroad.com/index.php/email-signup/ SUBSCRIBE for more adventures, how-tos, gear reviews, and moto shenanigans! http://bit.ly/dorkintheroad Want early access to videos and other perks? Become a channel member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrKYAp8fkN8yCbxcNK375rA/join Dork in the Road stickers and other merch available at: https://motocampnerd.com/collections/dork-in-the-road-merch?ref=dork Dork in the Road Shirts available at: https://dorkintheroad.dashery.com/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/adorkintheroad TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorkintheroad Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=26709234 Channel Sponsors: Brake Free: https://brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD (save $10 with promo code "dorkintheroad") Cyclops Adventure Lighting: https://www.cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15 (save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad) MotoCamp Nerd: https://motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork Quad Lock: Save 10% at https://www.quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad" Want to support the channel when you buy your dual sport or ADV gear and mods? Please consider using these affiliate links: Rocky Mountain ATV/MC: https://tinyurl.com/23sjhhwr Brake Free: https://brakefreetech.superfiliate.com/DORKINTHEROAD (save $10 with promo code "dorkintheroad") Mosko Moto: https://moskomoto.com/dorkintheroad Amazon: https://amzn.to/3aDkk4z Revzilla: https://imp.i104546.net/4eMdJZ MotoCamp Nerd: https://motocampnerd.com/?ref=dork Vanasche Motorsports: https://vanaschemotorsports.com?sca_ref=10893499.ZWnws7rz5wVLn Cyclops Adventure Lighting: https://www.cyclopsadventuresports.com/?AffId=15 (save 10% with promo code "dorkintheroad) Amain Hobbies: https://alnk.to/7Bil0C0 Save 10% on https://butlermaps.com/ with promo code "dorkintheroad." Save 10% at https://www.quadlockcase.net/discount/dorkintheroad with promo code "dorkintheroad" Save 10% on Motion Footpegs (https://motionfactoryracing.com/) with promo code "dorkintheroad" Cardo Systems: https://cardosystems.rfrl.co/e2vdy (use promo code "dorkintheroad" to save 10%) Save 10% at Seat Concepts with promo code "DORKNRD26" Thank you for supporting the channel by clicking on the affiliate links in this description. FULL DISCLOSURE: MotoCamp Nerd pays me to create content for his YouTube channel. This isn't a "sponsorship" per se, but it does mean I use their products exclusively and may impact my opinions about camping gear. Fortunately their stuff is good so I'm happy to recommend it, but just FYI. Disclaimer for reasons: I am not a professional journalist, expert motorcycle rider, or a mechanic. These videos are for entertainment purposes and represent my personal opinions and experiences. I'm just a dude who isn't even good at riding or making videos, so be smart and don't risk life or limb trying to follow my example or advice.