Kawasaki Zh2 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R | KNOX

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Kawasaki Zh2 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R | KNOX - Ultimate SuperNaked battle.
2020 is the year of the Supernaked Motorcycle, a sector where caution is thrown to the wind, ludicrous motors are crammed into compact frames and their riders are identified by bulging neck muscles, this test puts 2 of the biggest contenders head to head. Kawasaki ZH2 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R.
The all-new Kawasaki ZH2 is the king of the Zed Kingdom, famous for bang for buck naked fun and packs 200ps and 101ftlb torque from its screaming 1000cc supercharged inline 4. The KTM 1290 SuperDuke R, is back for another round and a shot at the title, the Beast 3.0 packs 180hp and 103ftlb of Vtwin muscle. We took them to the airfield to put them head to head on acceleration and also to some of the most beautiful roads in England to see how they got on in the real world.
Our head to head battle of the 2020 KTM SuperDuke R vs 2020 Kawasaki ZH2 was bound to get a bit lairy with speeds of 150mph plus and therefore we suited up with the latest armour from the Knox Collection to protect us on the track and on the road.
Aaron was wearing:
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All in all, the SuperDuke R and ZH2 are incredible supernaked’s and we have a huge amount of respect for both bikes!
Our stand-alone review pieces on each of these supernaked machines will be coming over the coming weeks, but we hope you enjoyed our shakedown and celebration of these 2 great machines!
Please like, comment, and subscribe to Knox and we’ll see you on the next video.
Aaron
KNOX
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  • @DarrenStarr
    @DarrenStarr3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video, nice cinematic colour lut. Great review, great shots, product placement on point. These videos are epic. Well done for raising the bar in Moto videos as you have done with Motorcycle Wear. Keep up the great work.👏👏👏🙌🤙🤙👌💯✅

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Darren, that is really great feedback, we really do appreciate your encouraging words about Knox products and our content! All the best, Aaron KNOX

  • @theavlogs6739

    @theavlogs6739

    3 жыл бұрын

    V CV CV CV BB bb

  • @Sushi29352

    @Sushi29352

    2 жыл бұрын

    Omg champ in comment 😂😂😂

  • @Frank12310972
    @Frank123109723 жыл бұрын

    For me it doesn't matter what's better I can't afford one anyways 🤣

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Treat it as a celebration of the excess!! 😂😂 Aaron KNOX

  • @Musta84

    @Musta84

    3 жыл бұрын

    So true

  • @300zxdriver

    @300zxdriver

    3 жыл бұрын

    Fun to watch though.

  • @Frank12310972

    @Frank12310972

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dubbydeuce2302 that Duke in my country which is Thailand costs as much as decent apartment with the money of buying that super Duke I could get 3 second hand s1000r 2016+

  • @Frank12310972

    @Frank12310972

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dubbydeuce2302 300% tax that's why it's expensive we pay 3x what other people pay

  • @titserRider
    @titserRider3 жыл бұрын

    "Year of super naked" Yeah, because everyone's staying at home naked

  • @gouthamravikumar5636

    @gouthamravikumar5636

    3 жыл бұрын

    🤣

  • @TFgaming891

    @TFgaming891

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂😂

  • @sayanbiswas9801

    @sayanbiswas9801

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂

  • @ekalavyaaa

    @ekalavyaaa

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂😂

  • @steelmilkjug

    @steelmilkjug

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm actually laying at home naked as I read your comment. So yep.

  • @kamalsehrawat3337
    @kamalsehrawat33373 жыл бұрын

    that superduke is GORGEOUS

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Totally agree, Aaron KNOX.

  • @izkytama

    @izkytama

    3 жыл бұрын

    2016 superduke more gorgeous 😍

  • @nicholaskemp2451

    @nicholaskemp2451

    3 жыл бұрын

    They say the 2020 SDR is smoother, more refined and more like a sportsbike. That's why I love and will keep my 2014 until it dies. There's nothing like an unrefined, rough naked with massive torque, snappy delivery and sketchy suspension when pushed to make you feel alive. I call it character.

  • @user-cx2bk6pm2f

    @user-cx2bk6pm2f

    3 жыл бұрын

    What bike are you looking at, that thing is hideous!

  • @user-cx2bk6pm2f

    @user-cx2bk6pm2f

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@nicholaskemp2451 The same is said across many makers. "Smoother" is the marketing way of acknowledging fueling was remapped to pass Euro5. Same happened to bikes remapped for Euro4. It's getting worse and worse...the Greenies are taking the fun away.

  • @1MrBryn
    @1MrBryn3 жыл бұрын

    "We'll look back at 2020 as the year of the super naked" True. It's been a pretty uneventful year.

  • @DarrenStarr

    @DarrenStarr

    3 жыл бұрын

    I was thinking the same thing at the beginning lool 😅🤣😂

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha! 😂

  • @nadunwijesinghe965

    @nadunwijesinghe965

    3 жыл бұрын

    yeah.. my bikes been sitting in one place for more than 4 months due to lockdown :///

  • @WorldView-ys5bz

    @WorldView-ys5bz

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mooch Buster damn that is though in my country the lockdown was a blessing for bikers because the roads were empty

  • @quantummassless

    @quantummassless

    3 жыл бұрын

    😂 that was funny af

  • @MrAndrew1953
    @MrAndrew19533 жыл бұрын

    KTM for me for the razor sharp handling, brakes and weight saving. If I was still doing a lot of long distance riding maybe the Kawasaki but I think the Super Duke would drag me back.

  • @smoke05s

    @smoke05s

    9 ай бұрын

    Just get the GT. Take off the bags and you have a SDR with a bigger tank. Add the bags and its just a little more weight (still lighter than a H2 with no luggage). Now you can tour with the knee down, its awesome.

  • @dougie1325
    @dougie13253 жыл бұрын

    The ZH2, looks that only a mother can love. The SDR, yes all day long for me, love it, once the exhaust has been swapped.

  • @Me-ws5zt

    @Me-ws5zt

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's what you think.

  • @savagetuner2404

    @savagetuner2404

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Me-ws5zt that’s what everyone BUT you thinks

  • @Me-ws5zt

    @Me-ws5zt

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@savagetuner2404 have you done a census or what? Ktm sounds like a auto

  • @jordi_ss

    @jordi_ss

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nope.

  • @Me-ws5zt

    @Me-ws5zt

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jordi_ss better use real bikes. Not an auto

  • @thevtadventure1062
    @thevtadventure10623 жыл бұрын

    KTM just looks so mean the ZH2 looks to big and goofy. And the sound of the twin just gets it for me.

  • @saurav.bishtt

    @saurav.bishtt

    3 жыл бұрын

    Agree

  • @aswinnayak8147

    @aswinnayak8147

    3 жыл бұрын

    If not for mv agusta, superduke would be the best looking naked bike out there

  • @thevtadventure1062

    @thevtadventure1062

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aswin Nayak The MV’s are a absolutely beautiful piece of art and machine! Cheers to that man you are lucky!

  • @aswinnayak8147

    @aswinnayak8147

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@thevtadventure1062 how am i lucky?😂

  • @thevtadventure1062

    @thevtadventure1062

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aswin Nayak I’m sorry I read your comment in my head “if not for my MV” 🤣☠️

  • @DrBIeed
    @DrBIeed3 жыл бұрын

    This has to be the only video on the internet that doesn’t call the ZH2 “a beast”

  • @kawa_zh2

    @kawa_zh2

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well, zh2 is beast😂

  • @moco8721

    @moco8721

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@kawa_zh2 fr

  • @Bhnmne45

    @Bhnmne45

    2 жыл бұрын

    But a missile lol

  • @neesay93
    @neesay933 жыл бұрын

    Dear Knox Armour, wish you tremendous growth as a channel, given the amount of effort put in and the quality of consumable content. Cheers guys!!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks Neesay, so glad you appreciate it! Aaron KNOX

  • @albertbinan9370
    @albertbinan93703 жыл бұрын

    For me the superduke feels like its literally actively trying to rip my arms off and ME off the seat everytime I ride

  • @nadunwijesinghe965
    @nadunwijesinghe9653 жыл бұрын

    I love the looks of the KTM and the heart of the ZH2 along with the whinning supercharger.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    You and me both! Aaron KNOX

  • @dragonzh2859
    @dragonzh28593 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant review best that i've seen yet. I'm considering both these bikes when I change at the end of this year and this, subject to the test rides, has been extremely helpful. Well done on the content and scenery too...superb.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed it and glad its been helpful. Both amazing bikes, just quite different, sure you'll love which ever you choose.. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @migo9625
    @migo96253 жыл бұрын

    This is the most respectful way of saying that Im poor

  • @shavo_.
    @shavo_.3 жыл бұрын

    I have a ZH2 in green and I love the way it looks. But i also love the Duke. Nakeds in general are just generally badass looking. Only complaint with the Zh2 so far is how often im filling up the tank because it guzzles fuel. Great review.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome bike, enjoy yours! Yes, it is thirsty, we averaged 30mpg (less on the airfield obviously)... thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @ashdivakaran9664

    @ashdivakaran9664

    Жыл бұрын

    KTM will be thirsty too

  • @huambo

    @huambo

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@ashdivakaran9664the 1290 engine is very frugal. I've got a 1290 Super Adventure and average 53mpg

  • @feynez
    @feynez9 ай бұрын

    The duke's power to weight ratio is 🔥🔥🔥

  • @commonsense7057
    @commonsense70573 жыл бұрын

    I've done 130+ mph on a Speed Triple for an extended period of time following a friend in a M3 and the neck pain comment made in this video is no joke.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, yes supernaked not the easiest at very high speed... sportsbike much more at home at 100mph plus. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @joker911pt

    @joker911pt

    3 жыл бұрын

    I tried following an Hayabusa on my S1000R and even though I'm really used to a naked. Never had been at around 150+ and I was feeling like I had a cement bag in front of my head.

  • @deadmandonttakecalls5826
    @deadmandonttakecalls58263 жыл бұрын

    2020 will always be remembered as CORONA RUINED YEAR

  • @sudattsdeadchannel3495

    @sudattsdeadchannel3495

    3 жыл бұрын

    What about 2021 🤔

  • @saswatmishra2759
    @saswatmishra27593 жыл бұрын

    You should have included the Street Fighter V4, Tuono V4 1100 and the Brutale 1000RR

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, funnily enough, we didn't have like £500,000 worth of bikes with us that day! ;). Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @davidrespect6471

    @davidrespect6471

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KnoxArmour The Street Fighter V4 would have easily beated the ZH2 and 1290r in the drag race

  • @ManishKumar-gb8rq
    @ManishKumar-gb8rq3 жыл бұрын

    The best thing about dual cylinder engine in ktm is that it delivers peak torque at just 7000rpm

  • @ralphwarom2514
    @ralphwarom25143 жыл бұрын

    I really really love the supercharger. But damn, Superduke takes it honestly. Just looks more comfortable.

  • @davidpearce859
    @davidpearce859 Жыл бұрын

    The summary summed it up nicely. It might even depend on rider age come to think of it. Being a 72 y/old lifelong rider/racer etc and a KTM owner, as much as the KTM excites, I’d probably go for the H2 due to the comfort factor. A big thumbs up on your ride location, that last frame looked like an awesome road, unlike anything in Australia!

  • @Lighthouse_Rides
    @Lighthouse_Rides3 жыл бұрын

    The edits, filming and commentary on this is amazing

  • @yreyesq
    @yreyesq3 жыл бұрын

    One of the best videos ever seen here, on KZread. I really liked it! What a monsters those 2 bikes!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, really appreciate your kind feedback! Yes, the 2 bikes are absolute weapons! Aaron KNOX

  • @yreyesq

    @yreyesq

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KnoxArmour You are welcome! What is well done has to be said, I've really enjoyed the video! Thank you for such a great job 🙂

  • @jezonneserbia6543
    @jezonneserbia65433 жыл бұрын

    ZH2 is my pick. Great power and comfort.

  • @paras9897

    @paras9897

    3 жыл бұрын

    In case of comfort I choose ktm because it's lighter than zh2.

  • @jezonneserbia6543

    @jezonneserbia6543

    3 жыл бұрын

    Well, that depends on you, man. I kinda like how the ZH2 looks as well.

  • @mcbrite

    @mcbrite

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@jezonneserbia6543 Literally THE most ugly bike for sale... Bad handling... Same power as KTM, but needs supercharging to get it (more tech/weight/problems)...

  • @jezonneserbia6543

    @jezonneserbia6543

    3 жыл бұрын

    That depends on you, bro. I like the looks of the ZH2 more than that of a Superduke. It's one badass-looking bike with a supercharged engine.

  • @mcbrite

    @mcbrite

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@jezonneserbia6543 Whatever, it's shit ugly, but looks are subjective... But needing a super charger to get the same acceleration with more weight, more tech that can go wrong and worse handling due to weight and bad setup is OBJECTIVELY worse... Then again it's my third superduke, so what else am I going to say... 😁 Also sound is much better on the SD! Whine of supercharger may be nice, but it IS a gimmick with the problems mentioned above...

  • @surajkumar-pr8xu
    @surajkumar-pr8xu3 жыл бұрын

    i just want to say , its just been 13 seconds and i m already impressed by the cinematography . Subscribed ❤️

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot really appreciate your kind feedback! Aaron KNOX

  • @a.m.6752
    @a.m.67522 жыл бұрын

    What a line that was ..on kawasaki you sit on the bike, on KTM you sit in the bike. Such simple yet so much meaning it has. Loved it. 👍👍

  • @anujkushwaha1617

    @anujkushwaha1617

    Жыл бұрын

    I didn't get it? Can you explain

  • @rajstr678
    @rajstr6783 жыл бұрын

    A great visuals with great dynamic range + A good review 🔥

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, appreciate the feedback! Aaron KNOX

  • @jpbsv
    @jpbsv3 жыл бұрын

    The 4th 5th and 6th gear roll ons show how much midrange punch the zh2 has compared to the ktm. And lets not forget, the zh2 is SEVERELY restricted from the factory. Theres another 30-40 wheel horsepower to be had when the ecu flash is available.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, the ZH2 has so much flexible roll on performance, however, when I think about the ZH2, I don't think punch, I think "thrust" like a jet!! ;). Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @PatNetherlander

    @PatNetherlander

    Жыл бұрын

    @@KnoxArmour well put! Thrust any time over punch! It’s Zh2 for me all the way.

  • @screemin187
    @screemin1872 жыл бұрын

    A great review. I do fancy the ZH2 but on test riding one I found it unforgivingly hard, definitely in need of a steering damper too. I have an H2SXSE and its solid and stable like you are being pulled on a chain. Also like you said about sitting on the ZH2 but in the KTM - thats exactly how I described it as well. I said early on that I felt as if (at 6ft) I sat IN the H2SX and agree that you feel perched on the ZH2. I'm just not connecting and hope for a new H2SX in 2022

  • @roronoazoro7926
    @roronoazoro79263 жыл бұрын

    amazing cinematic views, these guys know how to make a gorgeous video combined with those beautiful wheelies. I want those hand gloves man.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jay, appreciate the feedback! The Knox Handroid MKIV gloves are incredible and the right tool for the job. Link is in description. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @mariomoreno8835
    @mariomoreno88353 жыл бұрын

    Bro, what an awesome video. The cinematography was on other level, and the KTM stunning 😍

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, glad you enjoyed it! Aaron KNOX

  • @ritikrana9418
    @ritikrana94183 жыл бұрын

    The wistle zh2 makes is dreamy🔥

  • @Schlum99
    @Schlum993 жыл бұрын

    Great video! This is the first time I have seen the ZH2 at full throttle over 150mph up close, the shake is pretty severe, the KTM looked better planted at this speeds. No wonder the street fighter has all those winglets, I think they would make a good after market add on for the Z. Anyone who is thinking of tuning the Z to 250hp without considering some additional downforce and a steering stabilizer better have a big set.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your feedback, appreciate it! Yes, the shake on the ZH2 makes it hard to put all the power down and yes the SuperDuke was much more planted at high speed. In principle, yes, extra downforce and steering damper on the Zed would have made a big difference to the 0-150 range, the roll on performance less so. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @rudedog3529

    @rudedog3529

    Жыл бұрын

    How about a ZH 2 at 180 Mph.... Didn't get on it till I got past the only car on the road at 23 sec. No wings or stabilizer needed. Shut down about 100 yards before my usual brake marker. kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmx4vJOSY7DVds4.html

  • @RikinLokhandwala
    @RikinLokhandwala3 жыл бұрын

    Loved the review, it’s dope🔥

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!! Appreciate the feedback! Aaron KNOX

  • @robertprosser6856
    @robertprosser68563 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic review and I couldn't choose between the two of them either!👍

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! Yes, that was our feeling too! Aaron KNOX

  • @davidebbs2797
    @davidebbs27973 жыл бұрын

    I could imagine the Monday morning meeting round the team table at Knox HQ. And on this week's agenda... boil the kettle, gear up and lets make an epic 2020 comparison!! Great work :)

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, yes that is exactly it! lol. Aaron KNOX

  • @-DC-
    @-DC-3 жыл бұрын

    KTM ♥️

  • @justinabraham7291
    @justinabraham72912 жыл бұрын

    Excellent work guys. Quality content. Super Duke fan here.

  • @donnovanokoth5872
    @donnovanokoth58723 жыл бұрын

    woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow, the shots, the music, the review, the video...everything was on point.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Donnovan, appreciate it! Aaron KNOX

  • @andrewshore262
    @andrewshore2623 жыл бұрын

    The SDR is full of sharp offset angles but, no radar absorbing paint option or number plate hider🤔

  • @aeror115
    @aeror1153 жыл бұрын

    Both bikes are great ! It’s really hard for me to choose a personal favorite ... thanks for this great comparison 🤜🤛

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! Yes, so hard to choose between! Aaron KNOX

  • @dandiki
    @dandiki3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent content! Cant wait for more!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! Aaron KNOX

  • @ENGBriseB
    @ENGBriseB10 ай бұрын

    Everything about that review was top class. Thank you.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    10 ай бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @insanehub43291
    @insanehub432913 жыл бұрын

    That duke😍😍🔥🔥🔥

  • @saikatsarkarvlogs
    @saikatsarkarvlogs3 жыл бұрын

    KTM is always trying to make its bikes better and I am huge fan of super duke anyday hope I will be able to buy it ❤️ and the Aggressive nature is gorgeous ❤️😘

  • @granmunchfeast
    @granmunchfeast3 жыл бұрын

    I couldn't choose between the two.. both look absolutely stunning!

  • @iamthemobey
    @iamthemobey3 жыл бұрын

    Best video you’ve ever made. Big well done!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, appreciate the feedback and support! Aaro Knox ✌

  • @iamthemobey

    @iamthemobey

    3 жыл бұрын

    Knox Armour P.S The mrs and me both love our Knox jeans 👍🏻

  • @UniversalBikers16
    @UniversalBikers163 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely loving this video... These bikes are WICKED!!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes!!! 😍😍😍

  • @princevegeta8083

    @princevegeta8083

    3 жыл бұрын

    Naked*🌝

  • @gaborsarkany
    @gaborsarkany3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Watched it twice! 👍🏻

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @jamiedean5106
    @jamiedean51063 жыл бұрын

    Top quality video, got yourself another subscriber

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks and welcome aboard! Aaron KNOX

  • @BlocklandTerminata
    @BlocklandTerminata3 жыл бұрын

    The ZH2 seems to be sort of just a novelty. If you're looking for power and comfort, why would you get a super naked? Gentleman's sportbikes like the Ninja 1000sx are specialized for that sort of thing. Better wind protection, options for pannier cases, cruise control, heated grips, and 140 fucking horsepower. Not to mention its 5 grand cheaper and 10 pounds lighter. Having 200 horsepower doesn't mean anything when you can clearly see in the video that the Zh2 has trouble remaining stable at very high speeds. Horsepower porn is fair enough, but in the ZH2's case, its just on paper. Apparently it can go 240 miles an hour, but if its slapping tank at 130 I'd wager you'd be dead at 200 with a strong wind. Glad this bike exists though, you'd never see something this wild in the car industry. The SDR is a much more focused machine with a much clearer identity. Austrians get this one for me.

  • @leosanchez4516

    @leosanchez4516

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ur right abt that , i had to buy a little windshield for my z h2 and it feels much better going over 120mph

  • @ur2slob724

    @ur2slob724

    2 жыл бұрын

    I own a zh2 and an s1000rr and your full of crap I guess you don’t own one? 😂😂😂

  • @masterswish3355

    @masterswish3355

    2 жыл бұрын

    Pushed my Z H2 to 160 and didn't have any of the wobble here. The tuffs of grass certainly don't help! I would like to see a factory damper on the H2 none the less!

  • @wanterman5641
    @wanterman56413 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best reviews have seen yet of both bikes I must say. and by the way I have the 2020 1290 Duke R in my garage, so I understand what the guys were saying about the KTM.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot, appreciate the feedback! Hope you love yours, the 1290 an incredible bike! Aaron KNOX

  • @wanterman5641

    @wanterman5641

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aaron I love my bike very much, i will even love it a little more the moment my Austinracing Titanium V3 150mm arrive!

  • @kevinmill7965

    @kevinmill7965

    3 жыл бұрын

    With the kwak urban buying a supercharger.... there's nothing premium on it to ask almost 16k.. on top of that u would have to buy a can as couldn't live with that monstrosity and rear shock looks like from old c90

  • @lonelybikr
    @lonelybikr8 ай бұрын

    Great video. I suspect you gentlemen had a lot of fun making it. Much ❤ from 🇨🇦 Ride safe everyone.

  • @TL1000S97
    @TL1000S973 жыл бұрын

    Great review. Love both bikes!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, appreciate it! Aaron KNOX

  • @kieranharris2349
    @kieranharris23493 жыл бұрын

    I rode both these bikes this year and mostly agree, for the road I fell In love with the ZH2 and saw myself easily touring on it. Where I disagree is with the KTM, I felt build quality and spec were shoddy and the bike felt primitive. I just couldn’t justify £15k on it. Nice video guys 🙌🏻

  • @leosanchez4516
    @leosanchez45163 жыл бұрын

    I love both bikes , just bought the z h2 and all I gotta say is wow. I have a m109r and a hayabhsa , and none of those bikes are as fun as the z h2 , and of course the speed on the z h2 its incredible.

  • @zingzong5
    @zingzong52 жыл бұрын

    I have a 21 SDR and at 6’3 I may look a little goofy but it’s beyond comfortable and I love bike beyond words. Great video

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks, glad you like it!

  • @carlmiller9310
    @carlmiller93102 жыл бұрын

    All of these guys on here saying that the KTM isn't reliable are completely full of crap. I have a 2015 super Duke R that that has never had a single mechanical problem, only general maintenance. It even has the original chain and sprockets which are still in excellent shape. I have put 5 sets of tires on it and that's it. One hell of a motorcycle, and that's coming from a guy who drove nothing but Kawasakis for 50 years. I started out riding 750H2s in 1972. I also drag raced many different Kawasaki's and in fact have 2 in my shop right now that I used to race at the strip. When I ride the super Duke it is almost never under 100 miles an hour and many times I'm running at 130 to 150 mph. I have owned almost every big Kawasaki ever made. They have all been extremely dependable bikes, but out of all the bikes I've ever owned, I like the super Duke the best. It is like a razor blade in a box of butter knives compared to the rest. For anyone to say this bike is unreliable shows their complete and utter ignorance. Every piece on my super Duke screams quality and precision. The 1st thing I did was get rid of the SAS system and put on a graves cat delete exhaust, Rottweiler air filter and shorter stacks. It sounds otherworldly. Scares people when it starts up. No more tin can sound.Then it was a Power Commander and a dyno tune and now it is well over 200 hp, and blows the doors off of just about anything that has come up beside it. I also have a 2018 Z900 RS. It is a really nice bike but it only has 300 miles on it because every time I go to the garage, I go Z 900 or super Duke? 9 times out of 10, it's the superduke it's just that much fun to ride. With all that being said my next bike is going to be a ZH2. I think it will be a better bike for longer journeys. The 1st thing it will get is a steering stabilizer. There is no excuse for that kind of headshake on a bike that goes that fast and Kawasaki was nuts for not putting one on it from the factory. WTF were they thinking? In conclusion, a great bike is a great bike, enjoy them all.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agree the SuperDuke is amazing! Yes, Kawasaki should have steering damper fitted, but they seem to have a strange strategy for that... even their ZX6r doesnt come fitted with one! On flip side, pretty much every KTM bike has one fitted and I think they are a very important safety feature. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @OskaRusty
    @OskaRusty3 жыл бұрын

    Good review, cannot believe the ZH2 doesn't have a steering damper. It looked sketchy as when you were doing the drag races at the start.

  • @tekkenthumbdan
    @tekkenthumbdan3 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video and proper review, so watchable! I love both bikes and think they both look great. Currently have S1000 XR and it already has way more power than I need at 160bhp! But 180 and 200. Holy Sh**. I need to practice pull ups to hold on!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your kind feedback... yes both bikes are probably a bit excessive, but are totally incredible! To be honest, the biggest problem is putting the power down on the road without constantly wheelieing! Aaron KNOX

  • @300zxdriver
    @300zxdriver3 жыл бұрын

    Love the headlights on the KTM, bad ass.

  • @Rik448
    @Rik4483 жыл бұрын

    Great review guys and what a beautiful country side! Where was this last shot taken?

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, we're lucky to be in the English Lake District. The last shot was from the famous Honister Pass, about 10 miles from KNOX HQ. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @RAVIKUMAR-zr9yy
    @RAVIKUMAR-zr9yy3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Aaron For Keeping KSD In the comparison🔥 I can't express how much I love this beast 🥺❤ This SuperDuke Is SuperGorgeous and A Beast In Disguise💥🧡

  • @Ringer1982
    @Ringer19823 жыл бұрын

    Among these two I would choose 2020 Kawasaki 1000SX.

  • @chrisi970

    @chrisi970

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree or the Ktm 1290 SUPER DUKE GT

  • @omightyone85
    @omightyone853 жыл бұрын

    Is there any way to remove that steering wobble on the ZH2 when accelerating at a fast rate? I've been interested in purchasing the Zh2 but this is the first time I saw the wobble on the motorcycle in a video. Thanks!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, yes I think you could significantly reduce it. Firstly though, you have to remember that our acceleration test was probably not very "real world" with most riders not ever accelerating full throttle 0-150mph... In any case, the combination of fine tuning some of the rear suspension settings and fitting an aftermarket steering damper should see good improvements. Many thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @amadara-dev
    @amadara-dev3 жыл бұрын

    amazing review and comparison i love the cinematic

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! Aaron KNOX

  • @stayclam9063
    @stayclam90633 жыл бұрын

    Kawasaki must bring this design in smaller version too....thats awesome looking machine.Damn i loved it.

  • @proudtitanicdenier4300

    @proudtitanicdenier4300

    3 жыл бұрын

    it does

  • @philsullivan9569
    @philsullivan95693 жыл бұрын

    Great video and content. The one thing you missed and was the driver of my decision was the warranty! Take a close look at the KTM warranty statement! No chance! Bought the ZH2.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Phil, appreciate the feedback. Enjoy your ZH2, amazing bike! Aaron KNOX

  • @TheGEEFUNK

    @TheGEEFUNK

    3 жыл бұрын

    There is no warranty issue lol

  • @M4rkmcc21
    @M4rkmcc213 жыл бұрын

    Finally a fair unbiased group test with the Zh2 in it. Iv owned both these bikes. Can confirm what they say is very very true. Both epic both eventful and both will blow u away with their individual capabilites. Think of the zh2 as a bugatti cheron. Big heavy comfy planted warp speed mega powered GT. The ktm more like a mclaren P1. Light agile fast focused and super quick. Both will get u A to B quicker than u will ever be able to master but just in different ways. Great review that u can feel and see is done with honesty and not so much input from what the manufacturers want them to tell us. We need more like this and less from the "sell out" type group test reviews. Plus I love ur jacket I got one myslef!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Mark, many thanks for your feedback and comments, we really appreciate it and so glad you agree with what we say! Both bikes, like you say, are absolutely incredible! Also, thats great that you have a Knox jacket, really pleased you love it! Aaron KNOX

  • @StormkeFailz
    @StormkeFailz3 жыл бұрын

    Very good video, you guys need some more subs !

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, appreciate your feedback and hopefully, we're on our way! 😉 Aaron KNOX

  • @rcpower5721
    @rcpower57213 жыл бұрын

    Love the sound of the ktm. I’m kpower all the way though but would love to have both of them. I think the super duke looks better. That flyby at 2:53. Heaven!!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    They are both incredible bikes and we have massive respect for both machines! Aaron KNOX

  • @shubham_kr__07
    @shubham_kr__073 жыл бұрын

    Ktm is so perfect in looking

  • @DJKARANBSP

    @DJKARANBSP

    3 жыл бұрын

    You forget h2r look

  • @surajnadar1800

    @surajnadar1800

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@DJKARANBSP chutiye idar naked bikes ki baat ho rahi hai

  • @hurshnarayan

    @hurshnarayan

    3 жыл бұрын

    ​@@surajnadar1800 😂

  • @dbcooper7159
    @dbcooper71593 жыл бұрын

    These are nutz! And I need one.

  • @JDelta87
    @JDelta873 жыл бұрын

    Very well put together video. I really like the sharpness and precision of the SDR and the speed and comfort of the ZH2. Not to keen on the styling of the ZH2 but you can't see it while riding anyway. My Speed Triple RS might be on the chopping block soon.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, appreciate your kind feedback! Both amazing bikes! Aaron KNOX

  • @charleykeate2060
    @charleykeate20603 жыл бұрын

    When you realise you can tune the zh2 to 250hp with minimal effort 🤣

  • @udayphukon
    @udayphukon3 жыл бұрын

    I'm madly in luv with the KTM DUKE😘....

  • @tundaslug07
    @tundaslug072 жыл бұрын

    The zed hache two ? Can't find that on the interwebs

  • @Juuul89
    @Juuul893 жыл бұрын

    You guys make excellent videos, keep it up! However, with the amount of reviews on youtube these days I´d try to differentiate a little more, maybe talk more about how the bikes make you FEEL, anyone can look up the specs.

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, take that onboard! Aaron KNOX

  • @UtoyOnWheels
    @UtoyOnWheels3 жыл бұрын

    This is underrated

  • @psychepass
    @psychepass3 жыл бұрын

    I really like the chirping sound of that zh2 but have to agree the duke headlights are super nice looking!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Agreed! Aaron KNOX

  • @M4rkmcc21
    @M4rkmcc213 жыл бұрын

    What arai helmet is that? Chaser x in frost black? Looks good

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, yes its an old Arai Chaser V in black. Thanks Aaron KNOX

  • @lumiere2036
    @lumiere20363 жыл бұрын

    Woah!! Now that's an Awesome Video!

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad you like it! Thanks Aaron KNOX

  • @canuck81
    @canuck813 жыл бұрын

    "Super Juke"

  • @HarmeetSingh-dh2lk
    @HarmeetSingh-dh2lk3 жыл бұрын

    All time favorite "SUPER DUKE"❤

  • @Spirited2
    @Spirited23 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video........the bikes r epic but I would go for the superduke.....it's powerful n had a killer look.........ktm 1290 such a beast🔥🔥🔥

  • @mannyfel8324
    @mannyfel83243 жыл бұрын

    Gentlemen riding the Z-H2 at end with Arai helmet.... Which Knox Armour jacket is that you have on please? Thanks

  • @SpartanReserve870

    @SpartanReserve870

    3 жыл бұрын

    I believe its the Zephyr Pro..its an armored shirt...the other guy has the Urbane Pro...i have the Urbane at it is awesome.... www.planet-knox.com/product/mens-zephyr-pro/

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi, yes that is the Knox Zephyr Pro, fantastic product. www.planet-knox.com/product/mens-zephyr-pro/. Thanks, Aaron KNOX

  • @at_thepro1475
    @at_thepro14753 жыл бұрын

    I want the KTM now! 😍😍

  • @FoiMal123
    @FoiMal1233 жыл бұрын

    I'd never buy a zh2 when there's z900 for literally 3rd of the price.

  • @BlackMamba-pu5kt

    @BlackMamba-pu5kt

    3 жыл бұрын

    Dont know what you are on, but it´s not even twice as expensive as the Z900 :D +it got 75hp more. But yeh I agree with you. Wouldnt buy a Kawasaki aswell xD

  • @MrQuint1

    @MrQuint1

    3 жыл бұрын

    ok

  • @atishreyraina4854

    @atishreyraina4854

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@BlackMamba-pu5kt what's wrong with Kawasaki

  • @BlackMamba-pu5kt

    @BlackMamba-pu5kt

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@atishreyraina4854 Nothing, its just not my typ of bike

  • @Masters_Yukesh

    @Masters_Yukesh

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@atishreyraina4854 too much powerful see they can't even keep the wheels on ground

  • @rahulkevre4978
    @rahulkevre49783 жыл бұрын

    The way they raced on and on👌🏻🖤

  • @jonathanjoestar__
    @jonathanjoestar__2 жыл бұрын

    the ZH2 in full black or the kawasaki green takes the cake for me. absolute dream bike. cant wait till i have the skills and money to get one.

  • @ahmadfahrialjunayd
    @ahmadfahrialjunayd3 жыл бұрын

    Z H2 🤩

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    😍😀

  • @user-iy9ov4bd5s
    @user-iy9ov4bd5s3 жыл бұрын

    Kawasaki ❤️🔥

  • @dominic9279
    @dominic92793 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! But was does WP stand for?

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not sure tbh, its just WP suspension i think! Aaron KNOX

  • @harishp8855
    @harishp88553 жыл бұрын

    Guys....you are so better....damn why are your videos underatted...damn....what a quality content...man I loved it.♥️

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much, really appreciate your support and comment! All the best, Aaron KNOX

  • @Jared.mp3
    @Jared.mp33 жыл бұрын

    I will continue to say this on any video I see using true 21:9 formatting the ultrawide community thanks you

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like! Aaron KNOX

  • @-MackAirsoft-
    @-MackAirsoft-2 жыл бұрын

    A 4 cylinder h2 can beat a v twin any time any day

  • @kariminabi1640
    @kariminabi16403 жыл бұрын

    What's the music in the first scene ??

  • @amigoarc1844
    @amigoarc18443 жыл бұрын

    the last part, that beast ktm just rip off, man what a power for curves.. nice video man

  • @KnoxArmour

    @KnoxArmour

    3 жыл бұрын

    It is awesome and the sound is next level! Aaron KNOX

  • @orangecake9003
    @orangecake90033 жыл бұрын

    Bring me 👽 technology ,still I love ktm

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