A physically large bike, it is perfectly happy to have soft panniers fitted and go on a longer trip. Obviously, wind blast is an issue as it lacks any fairing or screen, but keep the speed down and you can certainly cover miles on the Duke. But is this what KTM really intended for it? Probably not…

In its first year of existence, KTM’s 1290 Super Duke R doubled down by winning both our 2014 Bike of the Year award and Best Streetfighter/Hooligan trophy. Now, the Super Duke R has become the choice machine for Best Streetfighter/Hooligan bike among MO readers – a triumvirate of accolades! 2014 Super Streetfighter Smackdown + Video

The Rottweiler Intake System for the 1050 through 1290s is here and makes it's usual big gains. Stage 1 Kit: $429.95 (See other stage kits for more savings when grouped) For the budget minded rider who's focus is a clean intake. 1 Rottweiler Series Dome Filter Element. 1 base plate adapter. Owners' rating. 4.4 out of 5 (4.4/5) (from 5 reviews) Reliability rating. 4.2 out of 5 (4.2/5) View details. 1. Visit MCN for expert reviews on KTM 1290 SUPERDUKE R motorbikes today. Plus KTM 1290 KTM 1290 Super Adventure (2021 - ) review Latest version of Austrian firm’s brilliant big adventure now comes in Street (S) and off-road (R) and boasts uprated tech including radar-guided cruise control. . 20 450 416 45 377 484 336 290

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