It is a gift to say so many words without saying anything really.

Please include start up and sound and walk through at the start please thank you love the videos keep them coming

@freebehindbars8654

3 жыл бұрын

@Casey R. If you’ve actually owned one, not rely on trolls to keep you away from the best experience you can have on two wheels. Hands down the best street bikes on the market. I’m currently on my 3rd Duke, not one time have I needed the warranty. It’s way more reliable than a BMW, but that’s not always brought up when speaking on BMW bikes.

You don't need ABS on the street? You must live in a perfect world that never requires a panic stop?

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

5 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't need it.

@nathandaniel6540

5 жыл бұрын

I’ve never had abs on any of my 3 bikes and I’ve been just fine

@blad3runr

5 жыл бұрын

Still stupid to turn it off, give me a reason why (unless you want to practice or ride on the track). Sends a weird (bad) message to most viewers and riders who would benefit from it. And also to people who think they can outsmart their survival instintcts in a panic situation but really can’t.

@AbnormalWrench

5 жыл бұрын

Living in Seattle, riding every day, I'll take the ABS, thanks.

@Marco-cl9pb

5 жыл бұрын

Here we go... Really forward for the "ABS is for noobs" guys that only ride at sunny weekends and don't even split lanes...

Adam, you are an experienced racer. Please ignore the dorks in the comments and ride like a hooligan. Wheelies, burnouts, and back-ins welcome. Also, these videos are just as good as Zacks early stuff. Keep up the good work.

I love these "commute" vids. Great perspective on how a bike is on the street. Good work Adam.

Great video Adam keep up the great work!!👍👍

Sick video! Loving the content and the new style. Doing well matey!

Great review. Keep us the good work you guys do over at motorcyclist.

DOES SHE BACK IN??! I need to know!

@ptrhattingh

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. On sm abs

@exothermal.sprocket

5 жыл бұрын

Hey.........................................I gots ta know!

@peterday3253

4 жыл бұрын

@@exothermal.sprocket Click!

Fuel injected bike dying like that? Unusual to say the least.

@rideroll9609

5 жыл бұрын

It´s KTM that is normal... :D

@yurig2530

5 жыл бұрын

@@rideroll9609 Not with my KTM

@paulperry8800

5 жыл бұрын

Or mine

@Omkar-kb7bv

5 жыл бұрын

Cold start

@VisioRacer

5 жыл бұрын

It's normal, occasionally happening on my 2018 390 Duke

Always enjoyed your videos thanks Adam, I’ve been riding for over a year now in all weather 🌧 or 🌞, just wandering why would you turn off the ABS? I think it’s a great safety feature.

You actually read the comments & took the time to look at the bike again at the end. KTM kinda disappoint me when it dies while stopped. The throttle feels synthetic? Yeah, that's why I stay away from modern bikes. Too many electronics you can't feel the engine itself. I just hope you don't take the criticism too seriously in the comments. Some are useful for the better content, some are just childish.

@jokermtb

5 жыл бұрын

it's just practice for when it really dies from not changing the oil every 500 miles....

Please do the 2019 CBR650R

Great review, enjoying the new series

Before and after your ride, a brief squat down from each of four sides would help me see bits and pieces of the bike from other than a bird's eye view. In addition to the wheelies, stoppies and backing-ins, speeding is what bikes do best. If you aren't afraid of getting a ticket, by all means let us have fun vicariously through your commute at speeds that show off what the bike can do.

Nicely done dude! Keep on keeping on

You have to be the best motorcycle reviewer in the world. Incredibly thorough

Great Review keep em coming 🏍🔥

Love it Adam! Keep up the good work :)

What did I learn from the video... bike probably has cold run issues and KTM REALLY likes exclamation points! (that mysteriously disappear during cuts)

Brilliant review 👌 thanks danny

I dig your riding style! Lane Splitting, and definitive at the X-Roads. Man with Walnuts !

Good video. Looking for my next bike and this one is on the list.

Good review review Adam. I just noticed in these reviews, I think you should include the *startup* and a bit more thorough *look-around* the bike. I enjoy the ride but having a better look at the bike showing its design with closer eyes makes it a more compelling. Thanks again.

"She's cold"? *Insert doubt meme here* lol

@magellanicspaceclouds

5 жыл бұрын

She's cold in sunny California.

@leecuadra3235

5 жыл бұрын

More like he doesn’t know how to play with her clutch..

I have got this bike for 6 months, without problem, I love it.

Your ride footage conveys pretty well how fun, fast and flickable this Duke is - also appreciated the factory motor testing information you mentioned - glad to hear KTM is wanting this to be fast AND tough! Much thanks! I saw and sat on one of these at my local KTM dealership in Southern Oregon and was taken by how small it seems to me - I'm 6' 1" about 210lbs and felt like the 790 was too small with me atop it... Guess I'm just used to flinging my huge GSA around, so the size of the 790 might be just fine...

Expensive middleweight compared to what, exactly? The Japanese 650-700cc naked crowd all make 30% less power, the Street Triple S doesn't have quickshifter or IMU and has similar hardware and performance specs (and price), the STriple RS has a MUCH higher price to match its excellent hardware (but still doesn't have downshift QS or IMU), and the 850cc+ Japanese naked bikes are all short the quickshifter, IMU, and TFT and carrying a lot more weight with their extra power. Basically, the only bike which really goes toe to toe with the 790 Duke is the Street Triple R... but you have to pay extra to get the up-only QS, and you're trading the IMU and nimbler handling of the 790 Duke for an extra 10hp and adjustable suspension of the STriple R. The reviewers I've seen test both back to back still prefer the 790 Duke. Personally, if I were shopping that class, I would go with the Duke for the features that can't be added to the rest of the field (IMU, standard up/down QS) and add better suspension/brakes/tune myself to make up the difference between the 790 Duke and the STriple RS... or wait to see if KTM debuts a 790R for next year.

@devonellesse

5 жыл бұрын

He is also a TERRIBLE rider.

@885wc

5 жыл бұрын

I agree 100% Infact I'm saving up for a 390 to steip upto the 790. If were ready for the 790 today, I'd just buy the thing. The 790 R may or may not come and may or may not be more expensive than doing brakes, suspension and remap yourself and may or may not use as good components as you would yourself. That is a lot to wait for. Thing is though, if you do all that, then, it costs as much as the Striple RS and then, other than the handling and IMU, it may not be so clear a decision for many people.

@user-vg7oi9gg7z

4 жыл бұрын

Street triple rs destroys every and each competitors hard.

@rogerkay8603

2 жыл бұрын

@@885wc Hope you got the 390, love mine so much I'm trading in my XSR700 for the 790 Duke..............

@885wc

2 жыл бұрын

@@rogerkay8603 haha thanks bro! I actually delayed the purchase by a bit and went with the Striple RS last year. Been loving it. I'm sure you'll really enjoy the 790. We've not had stock of those after the first lot sold out in our country post launch.

Awesome review Adam!

To keep ABS off (or in any other selected mode than "ON") you need the ABS dongle ($100-120). That keeps the TC/MSR settings saved too. I am sure purists and "ABS is for wimps" people won't agree, but the wise choice for street on a bike like this is "Supermoto Mode". Which kills the rear ABS (so you can slide it). You could kill TC : so you can wheelie You could kill MSR: which is a rev matching system to avoid a lock-up in case you downshift too aggressively (or accidentally) I keep ABS on, so no front wheel lock-ups can happen. What I always say is: locking the rear up is a technique. Locking the front up is a f*ckup, and a big one.

@adityarai5367

5 жыл бұрын

Will the dongle kill TC and MSR too. I just love bikes with abs and no other electronics not even quick shifter.

@davidrespect6471

5 жыл бұрын

I want the abs on the front switched off as well if i'm doing supermoto stuff otherwise how are you gonna do a stoppie?

Good job Adam - not easy boots to fill but I enjoyed that.

Great job Adam. You're videos are improving already. I enjoyed this as much as a Zac one.

Good video Adam! You're definitely getting the hang of these commute rides. That is quite the fun bike, but that price...yikes! As for the speed issue, remember, you can have plenty of fun, just remain a good representation of motorcyclists to the public and to the Motorcyclist brand!

Great review !

Adam always enjoyed your videos. So glad I dont live in a big city.

Great review of a nice bike.I am a Jersey guy where lane spotting is a no-no.It seems strange when you just roll up to a red light between the cars.Thanks for posting.It was fun to watch.

great review!!

Thanks for fixing mic issues your other videos had.

Which one of the 48 engines died on cold start?

@rideroll9609

5 жыл бұрын

All of them, because KTM

@aleloAT

5 жыл бұрын

not broken in, euro 4, cold - seen it happen on an mt-07 of a friend, too happened twice on my 390 duke - pretty much after ~1k km / first service it is gone - also the low rpm humping on the 790 is said to be gone after first service - as it said to get a map update once you got the first service

@anxiousappliance

5 жыл бұрын

so dying while warming up is part of the break in process? lol

@aleloAT

5 жыл бұрын

@@anxiousappliance no its a byproduct of the 3 circumstances i posted Euro4: the bike is very lean esp in low rpm/low year, the bike is cold, and not broken in which has a more ruff low rpm mode/map until first service is done - so you either are more gentle until the first service or you have to live with it dying sometimes when the bike is still cold

@TheAustrianDuke

5 жыл бұрын

This happens when the newer Euro4 Models are cold and you´re playing too much with the gas while coming to a stop. If you keep it simple the first minutes, and just ride, it won´t stall out. Greetings

nice video! Weird about that stalling part on the beginning. I've driven mine for almost 2000km now, and it hasn't stalled on me once. The switch on the turn signal broke tho, but that's a guarantee thing they'll fix asap. Other than that I've had no problem with mine, just turn the key and drive away. I really recommend this bike! PS: Sorry for any spelling mistakes, I'm from Norway :)

Nice KTM quality shown here with 2 stalls back to back on a brand new bike.

That exclamation point would drive me crazy!!!!

Maybe it has a "start/stop" system :P

I would have liked to hear what you thought about it vs. It's competition especially the MT09

I rode one a few weeks ago during a KTM demo ride.I had to stop myself from buying it on the spot after. I was quite happy to keep traction control and abs on especially when I kind of let the front wheel come up a little. Yeah sorry ride leader. Great video. I see progress in each new video and look forward to seeing more of what you’re doing.

@jtwu8931

5 жыл бұрын

I too was on a demo 790, I walked away disappointed, it is rough on the edges in term of carburation and torque curve, it was interesting to watch all the reviews only singing praises for KTM parallel twins so much for getting useful and unbiased information on the web. In the end, there are better Japanese alternatives at lower price point.

@eclipsegfxable

2 жыл бұрын

@@jtwu8931 You thought the torque curve was bad?! lol did you have in rain mode the whole time? " there are better Japanese alternatives at lower price point." You're joking right? No parallel twin on the market has the amount of features and electronics packages as the 790, even less on what you get for your money.

We miss Zack and Ari!!!

brand new euro 4 motorcycle dies when cold at stop lights multiple times. Not very confidence inspiring.

@tokuchaan4693

5 жыл бұрын

Because EURO4. They are ridiculously lean at idle.

@NitroHasGame

5 жыл бұрын

ive had 3 brand new motorcycles, honda, yamaha and ktm, all didnt like it when you blip the throttle when its cold and not broken in. After break in period never happened again.

@nero91

5 жыл бұрын

First time I've heard of this particular issue tho. Where are these built? India like the 390?

@michaelj.kastner5165

5 жыл бұрын

greg alford he should have warmed it up to operating temp, I always get my bikes up to temp before leaving the driveway, also gives an opportunity to check for leaks

@ttiization

5 жыл бұрын

@@michaelj.kastner5165 modern day engineering states that you should just drive, not spend time and resources sitting in the drive way waiting for heat to build up

I was waiting for this moment! The bike as well as Adam's black hair.

Owned one for a while now. The stalling issue is annoying. It is somewhat intermittent. Most of the time it is OK. Definitely worse when it is colder outside. This thing is extremely lean below 3K RPMs. There is so little vibration compared to the SuperDuke or Duke 690, I'd say it doesn't have any vibration. The mirrors never shake or vibrate at any speed or RPM. The MPG the display lists is always 50+ mpg, but I've found with my commuting, I'm actually getting 45ish. The Duke 690 did the same thing. Was always optimistic by 10-15mpg. Still not bad. Very much like the bike though. Handles great, looks great, love the electronics. You can add TPMS to it too, only $150 for the parts.

The LC8 un- corked has to be one of the greatest engines ever made, the 1290 is brutal!!!!

That’s a pretty cool bike!

Glad to see you turn off ABS for this video. Ride the set up your are most comfortable with. We know you are from a racing back ground so why not pin it in 1st and 2nd gear. I watched your R3 ride to work video twice and liked the way you rode. Keep these video's coming but would like to see more hi revs, back ins, wheelies, quick burn outs, and all the things that make riding to work fun. Most riders I know think the commute to work is the high light of their day and a great way to release pressure.

Interested in this bike in moving from an fz 09. Thanks for the video 😃.

@jasonsmith9161

5 жыл бұрын

Eric Herrero I think you’ll be disappointed, less power, less torque, a lot more money. I’d stick with the 09 unless you want to step down in power and performance.

I appreciate your style Adam but god bless the throttle twitches drive me nuts

Ive had mine for a year and have ridden it in 30 degree weather and have never had it do that to me (I’ve warmed it up before hand instead of just riding at startup) Easy bike to move around and feels alot lighter than it is, the sound on the stock exhaust is really nice, though i would like to have an after market for a smoother idle purr. Change the turn signals and mirrors for a much pleasing looking bike. Bike is a blast and it definitely is a scalpel on the road.

Loving it through

Why would you ride without ABS? I always keep my ABS on, it has saved me a couple of times

@shizzle1903

4 жыл бұрын

I prefer no abs

@FroggyCrimes

4 жыл бұрын

I can see it being done to challenge yourself and to help practice. Typically disabling ABS is done for the race track or for off-road riding. No practical reason to disable ABS on the street.

@FroggyCrimes

4 жыл бұрын

Right now I'm considering a bike without ABS. But only because it is used, has plenty of stopping power otherwise (2 front brakes), and so much cheaper than new with ABS.

@Fred-eg9sx

4 жыл бұрын

Cuz back wheel slide is fun

@user-vg7oi9gg7z

4 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry natural selection is doing its job.

Are there any good videos explaining downshifting/rev matching while braking? Similar to 5:11 of this video? The only downshifting videos I can find are just how to revmatch or engine brake.

I'm concerned about the engine stall at cold start.

People are waiting for this little scalpel to come to the Indian shores. This will turn the heat up a notch.

What do you like more, the 790 or the Monster 1200 S? I have the 790 and I love it! I would only change it for a Monster 1200 S, because the KTM 1290 SDR is too expensive.

@rafalmatysiak1

4 жыл бұрын

monster!!

was the exclamation point on the gauge at the beginning indicating it needed to warm up?

I like that CB1000R parked next to the KTM 😂

@rideroll9609

5 жыл бұрын

Honda CB1000R is one of the best street fighters these days.

👍 Enjoying the videos, do your own thing.

I had a 2017 FZ09. Moved to another state and got a 1989 Honda CB-1 as part of a nostalgia kick. But now I want to get the MT-09 again but was thinking of a change.... Between those two (CB-1 not in this discussion) DUKE MT-09, what is your preference. I do love that triple.

@MrSenseiLorenzo

Жыл бұрын

Which bike did you end up getting? I am sitting in the exact same scenario right now... looking at 2019 models of both

Hi Adam I love the mc Commute can you please do 2017 cbr1000rr i bought one i want to know what you think about it

Great Adam!!

thats some proper ktm reliability right there

does the settings done to the bikes TFT save when the bike it turned off ?

I'm looking for a motorcycle that's got a "soul". Doesn't have to be the quickets in its class but certainly a blast from 0 to 80 mph (Vtwin like) and that can hold its own in twisties. This KTM might be one of them. Any other recommandation?

Another lip-smacking good review. Thanks, Adam.

I examined one at the shop. All the plastic on the tank was not finished on a way I'd expect for that price.

What would you say is the lean angle?? With Yamaha tracer being 0 forward lean angle as a baseline. Thanks for the info.

It's good that you ride responsibly. A little dash here and there is fine and won't hurt anyone, but it's good to think about road safety as well. Kids may be watching these videos, and they need a good role model.

I for one accept our new overlord, Adam. He rides on the street very similarly to me. He's not scared to throw it in between mirrors. Startup and walkaround at the start is something I too wish for.

Adam, you seemed a initially hesitant to recommend this bike at its price-point for a middleweight naked, citing the basic suspension and brakes. What would say is better worth the $$$, and why? The MT-09 for lower price, or Street Triple for refinement? Anything else?

@hanhtoobala7510

5 жыл бұрын

MCGMB Honda CB650R, Kawasaki Z900 (if you don’t like electronics) and Suzuki GSX S750 or SV 650/x (if you want v twin)

@alansmilealot

5 жыл бұрын

@@hanhtoobala7510 I like the z900 and cb650

@jasonsmith9161

5 жыл бұрын

MCGMB the MT 09 for the fun factor and price in my opinion.

@dennism1919

5 жыл бұрын

It would be the GSX-S1000Z for me. I rode one of these about a month ago and I had an absolute blast on it. If I was gonna do a Naked this would be the one I think. But I like a faired bike, so no nakedness for me!

@zenden6564

5 жыл бұрын

@@jasonsmith9161 - MT-09 SP -> comparable fun, more power and better sprung on its Ohlins; and undoubtedly more reliable over the long-term. I wanted to love the 790 but the rough fueling at low rpms, budget suspension and so-so appearance have held back a purchase.

Mine was the first 790 in the province (BC) and I sprung for the optional Akrapovic silencer before I ever rode it because the stocker looks like something a high school kid put together in shop class, before failing the course.

Can you review the Ducati x diavel

I like the looks of it for the most part

Why turn off ABS in Street mode, while cruising?

Very enjoyable presentation. Where were you riding?

Also important to note, the ride-by-wire is completely housed within the throttle tube. There are no cables that extend to an electronic valve actuator underneath the frame like most bikes. Means no need for adjustability and less cable maintenance.

Hey I know that guy! That's 650ib's GOOD BUDDY Adam Waheed!

Did the same to me on a test ride in the middle of a Cape Town summer so doubt it's the cold factor. Plus popped out of gear twice in half an hour😬That price could get you onto a Z900 or GSXS1000 or even a Katana in South Africa. Actually I'd prefer an older z800 or GSXS750 to be honest because it's no telling how long that thing will last.

@MrSenseiLorenzo

Жыл бұрын

Also from RSA, looking at 2019 models between MT09 and this KTM790Duke, but I am on the east coast far away from KTM dealers. What is your thoughts on the MT09?

@butlersracing7692

Жыл бұрын

@@MrSenseiLorenzo The MT07 for pocket and peace of mind riding will def be my choice. Not as fast but Hooligan enough for any street/canyon application and will make a better rider out of you with the absence of aids found on the KTM. If it's commuting and plenty city then the MT will do 100s. If you want to go over 240 and have something which is like a scalpel in the corners then the KTM but KTM Keeps Taking Money so basically up to you. MT wheelies better🤫

@MrSenseiLorenzo

Жыл бұрын

@@butlersracing7692 Excellent, thank you very much for your swift reply. MT09 it is!

@butlersracing7692

Жыл бұрын

@@MrSenseiLorenzo it's but a 🙏. Look not to have bragging rights but I used to work at FireItUp dealership so have ridden everything under the sun. I'm Suzuki Bias for many reasons but this ain't about me. I can however tell you that I now service and race prep bikes for South Africa's number one MX coach (Dean Hoffman) and so all the National Champs bikes from his stables in the western cape have had my hands on them and so must say that KTM is Kak. Yes you win races but also sits for months because of parts availability and overall fragilness of KTM, Husky, Gas Gas, Beta, Sherco. Yummies run forever boet!!!

@MrSenseiLorenzo

Жыл бұрын

@@butlersracing7692 Excellent, MT09 it is! :) Its a 2019, mint condition, 6k km, full exhaust, the works. Hopefully he finds an R1, that's the only reason he will sell, so that I can buy the MT

That concrete micro guy truck was bad ass!

@jameswaterhouse-brown6646

2 жыл бұрын

Concrete mixer truck I meant… but who cares.

Please give a short list of what you would spend your own money on?

I like the Ergos you mention. Did not know that about Ktms. I am 6 feet.

Would this be too much for second bike. I have crf 250l now.

If the bike was a 20yrs old and carb'd then yes maybe cold cutting out would be forgivable.

@CptSlow89

5 жыл бұрын

Mine is 23 years old and never had cut off at red light.

@BeNeTToN131

5 жыл бұрын

I ridden 1997 Honda NSR 125 for three Years, which is a 2 stroke carburetted 125 and it never died on idle even though it was 20 year old at the period. So there is no excuse for this to hapen on brand new motorcycle. I generaly adore KTM's but some of them have questionable reliability and thats fact

@stevenkelby2169

5 жыл бұрын

@@CptSlow89 is it euro IV compliant too?

@CptSlow89

5 жыл бұрын

@@stevenkelby2169 you know it isnt but why that matters?

@CptSlow89

5 жыл бұрын

@@BeNeTToN131 Agree. They have style, good engines and offroard bikes but reliability is poor. And their service.

That's my dream bike but for now I'm getting a 2019 MT07 because it's japonese but mostly because it's cheaper

Why do you not use the really good Quickshifter+ ?

Im new in driving motorbikes... So whats the point of switching off traction control and ABS on the streets??

I keep thinking you are going to overshoot every signal lol! How about a shoot out between this and the Street Triple?

Can you make a video on effects of riding a bike with out air filter???please

Good going

That’s my weekly commute (Irvine) 🤙

What if you mod an FZ-07 to have the same performance as this. Which would be more expensive?

@paulelkouss

5 жыл бұрын

Mod an fz09

Nice exclamation mark on the dash!

Will you guys please ship someone over to Massachusetts and convince the state that we need lane splitting?

Cool Flames~!