Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

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Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
Andreas Becker

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

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Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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The table and bench provide space for a maximum of two motorcycles.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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The fixed fixtures such as the kitchen, bathroom and wardrobe are gathered in the bow.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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The fold-down bed costs an extra charge and is the only way to stay overnight without unloading the bike. But then it also smells accordingly.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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The motorcycle mounts can be installed and removed without tools.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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Knaus is asking for a base price of 20,890 euros.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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With a rod and a floor pan, the bathroom can be used as a drying room. A shower is only available for an extra charge.

Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists
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The large tailgate also covers the shafts for the access ramp: despite its size, it is windproof.

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Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists

Knaus Deseo in the test
Caravans for motorcyclists

With a more stable structure, wider tailgate and more flexible interior, the Knaus Deseo promises more space for motorcycles and more comfort in the paddock or on vacation.

09/10/2019

Yes, caravans can be annoying – if they twitch in front of you on your favorite passport because Heinz wants to show his Uschi the beautiful landscape. But what if something like this suddenly looks cool, you can take your baby (s) with you on vacation, nap in your own bed during race training right on the slopes, sizzle in your own kitchen, stand in your own shower could and in your own toilet … you know. The new Knaus Deseo should fulfill all of these wishes. With the new frame construction (Fiber Frame) made of ultrasonically welded PU profiles, it should be lighter and stiffer than a conventional caravan. He always looks better. Especially with the 17-inch aluminum, which costs 1,290 euros extra.

Proven system for motorcycle mounts

Without the fiber frame, the car-wide tailgate with its practical central lock would be neither conceivable nor feasible. The door is so big that it even covers the shafts for the optional access ramp (s). You can only hear the aluminum planks. And on every bit of asphalt. Practical: attachment points for the optional rear tent (1,260 euros) are fitted around the flap as standard. The Deseo does not have a fixed seating area for cargo space. The standard version has a sofa with three drawers in the basement, which leaves space for a motorcycle and which can be pulled out to a comfortable, 2.0 by 1.40 meter double bed – of course only when the bike is parked outside. The table is waiting tied to the side wall to be used in or in front of the Deseo. Knaus relies on a proven system for the motorcycle mount: the front wheel is fixed by a rocker, the rear wheel is on a plate to prevent it from slipping sideways. Both holders can be anchored in the ground thread without tools, namely in two hole patterns for front or middle-heavy weight distribution.


Knaus Deseo in the test: caravans for motorcyclists


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The fold-down bed costs an extra charge and is the only way to stay overnight without unloading the bike.

However, there is only space for a second bike if the foldable transport bench is ordered, which costs 199 euros individually or 2,650 euros in the Transport Plus package. The package also contains two motorcycle racks, a ramp, ten instead of seven lashing eyes, the 50 kilo, comfortable but damn stubborn drop-down bed in the test vehicle (with it you can sleep over the moped on intermediate stops – provided you have an insensitive nose) and the The urgently needed increase in the gross vehicle weight to either 1.8, 1.9 or 2.0 tonnes: The standard 1.5-tonne axles are more of a joke in view of the curb weight of 1,412 kilos including 184 kilos of extra equipment. While we’re complaining: stones in soles and tires quickly leave scratches on the dark PVC floor. For clothes & Co. there are four wall cupboards on the underside of the fold-down bed, the large wardrobe in the bow and the long chest of drawers above the right wheel arch. Those who prefer to watch MotoGP rather than drive themselves can have a 21-inch screen and lift installed there.

Equipment makes prices skyrocket

The kitchen has everything it needs: plenty of storage space, a 95-liter refrigerator, a two-burner gas cooker and even a niche for the capsule coffee machine. Because you don’t always stay dry when biking, you will be happy about the resilient drying rod and the floor tub in the spacious bathroom.

opinion poll

Voted 2035 times

Do you go on a motorcycle vacation on the move or do you transport the bikes in some other way??

Sure, even with snow on the passes and with luggage for 3 weeks, I travel on the road.

With a lot of luggage and bad weather conditions, I prefer to travel comfortably to the south by car / van / mobile home.

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However, the shower equipment with air hose shower curtain must be booked for 225 euros. 45 liters are stored in the bow water tank, which is also suitable for trimming the drawbar load. An on-board battery costs 999 euros extra. In general, the prices: The base price of 20,890 euros is a guideline at best. Anyone who picks up on the functionality and comfort features must expect 30,000 euros!

Conclusion

Even with the new Deseo, there is no compromise: Since there are one or two motorcycles in the living room, they have to get out at their destination. Overnight stays with a bike on board are only possible with the expensive fold-down bed and resistance to petrol smell. On the other hand, the Knaus proves to be an astonishingly complete caravan that does not have to do without anything essential. Sometimes mandatory extras make it very expensive.

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