The first time I accelerated properly on that bike, I laughed, genuinely. That throttle is like a drug, once you twist it you have to go back for more and no other throttle feels as good.
I remember when I bought my 2007.5 Tuono. It was my first V-twin. When I took it to the mountains the first time and used compression braking, it felt like the front wheel was going to get sucked under the asphalt! Coming off a slew of Triumph Triples to that was a real eye opener!
Yea they're defiantly not a learner bike but after owning one I think the bike doesn't measure up to the hype. Yes torque, yes wheelies, yes grins all day and yes amazing sound (if you upgrade to the titanium Akra full system, stage 2 mapping, intake filter package along with the option outside Europe of dumping the Euro compliance bits) . Look it’s a great bike but just be aware if you’re thinking about buying. 1: You’re going to pay the retail price for the bike. 2: Then you’re going to pay for the password to unlock the software that will allow the quick launch, quick shifter, to work as well as changes in power mode settings and a whole lot of other stuff I've forgotten about. 3: Then you’re going to pay for the stuff I've already covered above in brackets. Now you have spent another 1/3 of the original retail price you payed when you brought the bike you finally have a machine that's comparative to the bike in this video. The experience has me giggling like a schoolgirl under my helmet when I'm riding but that's the minimum, I would expect given all the above.
I payed 10k otd for mine brand spanking new, I didn't have to pay for any packages because I bought the 2016 and all above things I havent spent a dime one outside of regular maintenance.
After this damn covid-19 virus, is over or plateaus, non essential store's are closed. Can't wait till I see one in the show room, I may just purchased the 2020 1290 Super Duke R. I have a 2008 ZX-14 turbocharged, for touring. Do them aftermarket mirror work? Nice roads where are you? Cheers from 🇨🇦
That 2020 SDR is a hell of a bike! Didn't care much for the aftermarket mirrors, but they do look better and I guess you could make them work. I rather have the improved visibility of the stock ones.
I prefer my Duke although the GT, to the XR I had. Like you say the XR is more refined, but the KTM is such a joy to ride with all that power. Plus it sounds amazing! Is that a full system on that bike, sounds it?
Hello Sir. can i ask you a question. the second one who seat behind you when you ride BMW S1000XR. Is she feel comfortable for a long trip ? i want to travel by motorbike with my girlfriend a lot. so i want she have a best comfort posture when we move. my english is bad . so i hope you understand what i mean and forgive my mistakes in english. thank you.
Hey Cuban, what was your impression of that Kawasaki H2 SX that was around that day? What kind of feelings did the owner have about it, if you spoke with him, and how did it keep up with the pack? I am really wanting one, but you keep posting videos and I keep being distracted by the XR, as you are having so much fun with it. And it seems to do amazing in many different environments. Ventura BMW out in Cali has a triple black (beautiful, I agree) and a couple of the Red/White/Blue that appeal to me. I may have to trade in a couple other bikes to get one, but it seems I couldn't go wrong. ...until I hear that Supercharger flutter on the H2/SX-SE.
Question Cuban rider, I don’t see you trail braking much on the turns, can you explain your technique? Gracias bro. Love your videos, I miss my Super duke
Entrapman Snob you feel the vibes in the engine but not the bars. I did a 10 hour day on the bike after this was filmed. But it’s also a preference, the XR puts my hands to sleep with the tingle. I don’t experience that on the Duke or my Multistrada. Part of it is finding the sweet spot the Motor likes to run. These like 4000rpm+.
Looks like you had fun mate! The 2019 SDR I recently rode was much more refined than the older SDR but is a proper licence-loser. I also question the point of so much power on the road and even on the track, where only a minority of riders will be able to exploit all it offers! I mean half the bike’s electronics are to restrict its power right?! I’m picking up a 950 hypermotard sp in 2 weeks, I’d definitely recommend giving one a go if you get the chance, it’s hands down the most fun bike I’ve ever ridden, especially if you like supermotos 👍🏍😁 safe riding bud
@@CubanRider You're a far more advanced rider, so take this with a grain of salt: I've ridden both and felt the XR was 'tippy' but more refined. The XR (in dynamic mode) accelerates like a mofo. The GT feels more mechanical and urgent. The clutch is stiffer, with a smaller friction zone so it always feels like you're restraining its power. The GT throttle doesn't feel like it's ride-by-wire and the gear box has some clunk going on. Mine is still being broken, hasn't been pushed too hard, and the quickshifter is disabled. The XR is much smoother and its power sneaks up on you faster. I was riding one at 38 mph and it hit 78 when the throttle was barely twitched. It took my balls/stomach a second to catch up, LOL! Compared to my old R9T: The GT is all around better. It's more comfortable, maneuverable, and faster. It's also bigger so a 6'2" 190lb guy doesn't look like he's on a moped. The R9T was a little better at slow speeds (e.g. 30 mph) and uphill slow-ish with a passenger. By 'better" I just mean it didn't take any work to restrain it at slower speeds. The GT wants to go fast in all scenarios. Finding neutral on the GT can be a chore and that's not an issue with an XR. I hope you get a chance to ride a GT. Considering how much you love the XR it's hard to believe you'd find the GT better. Different, but not better.
Thanks for the feedback man. I looked at the GT but at $20k+ (for the refreshed 2019s) it was too much. I'm not too fond of the looks either, and even though the XR is no beauty queen, to me it looks better. I don't think you can go wrong with either bike, but I enjoy the linear power of the inline 4s a little better, but could easily adjust to the extra torque of the big V twin.
The first time I accelerated properly on that bike, I laughed, genuinely. That throttle is like a drug, once you twist it you have to go back for more and no other throttle feels as good.
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@Cyrus Zaire thank you, I went there and it seems like a nice service :) I really appreciate it!
@Raylan Decker You are welcome xD
Oh man those roads are a dream!
Love the no bullshit style of video. You just get on the bike and ride it 👌
Great video as always! Im waiting on my superduke to get here. Next week wednesday!!! Cant wait. Seeing this video just made my day!
Congrats man!
As an owner of a black on black 2018 sdr, all i can say is you will not be disappointed..👍👍
I remember when I bought my 2007.5 Tuono. It was my first V-twin. When I took it to the mountains the first time and used compression braking, it felt like the front wheel was going to get sucked under the asphalt! Coming off a slew of Triumph Triples to that was a real eye opener!
Riding a twin definitely takes time to adapt to.
Bought a superduke, violent power is the best description.
Yea they're defiantly not a learner bike but after owning one I think the bike doesn't measure up to the hype. Yes torque, yes wheelies, yes grins all day and yes amazing sound (if you upgrade to the titanium Akra full system, stage 2 mapping, intake filter package along with the option outside Europe of dumping the Euro compliance bits)
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Look it’s a great bike but just be aware if you’re thinking about buying.
1: You’re going to pay the retail price for the bike.
2: Then you’re going to pay for the password to unlock the software that will allow the quick launch, quick shifter, to work as well as changes in power mode settings and a whole lot of other stuff I've forgotten about.
3: Then you’re going to pay for the stuff I've already covered above in brackets.
Now you have spent another 1/3 of the original retail price you payed when you brought the bike you finally have a machine that's comparative to the bike in this video.
The experience has me giggling like a schoolgirl under my helmet when I'm riding but that's the minimum, I would expect given all the above.
I payed 10k otd for mine brand spanking new, I didn't have to pay for any packages because I bought the 2016 and all above things I havent spent a dime one outside of regular maintenance.
You gotta ' have Experience, it Bites & Grunts & Growls & likes Chains & Rear Tyres for Breakfast ". .
Love inline fours they can sound like F1 cars when you wind them out, but holy s**t does that twin sound glorious!!
That was my dream ever bike!!! Love to see that bike in a review! :) :) :)
After this damn covid-19 virus, is over or plateaus, non essential store's are closed. Can't wait till I see one in the show room, I may just purchased the 2020 1290 Super Duke R. I have a 2008 ZX-14 turbocharged, for touring. Do them aftermarket mirror work? Nice roads where are you? Cheers from 🇨🇦
That 2020 SDR is a hell of a bike! Didn't care much for the aftermarket mirrors, but they do look better and I guess you could make them work. I rather have the improved visibility of the stock ones.
Nice video. That Katoom is a beast. Love it!
I prefer my Duke although the GT, to the XR I had. Like you say the XR is more refined, but the KTM is such a joy to ride with all that power. Plus it sounds amazing! Is that a full system on that bike, sounds it?
Does that trunk make it difficult to get on and off?
Two questions..what exhaust system is that and what is the bag on the back..it looks and sounds great.?
What bikini fairing is on the bike? It's just the size I am looking for for my 19 sdr.
Hello Sir. can i ask you a question. the second one who seat behind you when you ride BMW S1000XR. Is she feel comfortable for a long trip ? i want to travel by motorbike with my girlfriend a lot. so i want she have a best comfort posture when we move. my english is bad . so i hope you understand what i mean and forgive my mistakes in english. thank you.
Pretty sure the bike is comfortable for two people. You can always buy an aftermarket seat for extra comfort. Your english is fine.
@@jessever3655 Thank You. If you have a chance to travel in Việt Nam. Just contact to me. ^^
I would take a lower cilindrade for vietnam
It's not bad, but any passenger would be much more comfortable on a 1200/1250 GS.
Cuban Rider or a Multistrada 😉
KTM best machine
Good day,
can you tell me which windshield it is ?
Thx
I was gonna join that ride but went to Minnesota to pickup my new xr1000 .
Not a huge twin fan,but that thing sounds gnarly, fun ride along
Was an in line 4 man myself till I brought a Superduke.
If you're smiling while riding that animal, you go it right., but if you're laughing like a maniac, enough said!
Super duke it's so fast i love
Mind telling us what that little windshield is and if you noticed it doing anything in terms of protection?
hi bro go on maxicarbon website there is a good shit like that
Realmente es una bestia...
Hey Cuban, what was your impression of that Kawasaki H2 SX that was around that day? What kind of feelings did the owner have about it, if you spoke with him, and how did it keep up with the pack? I am really wanting one, but you keep posting videos and I keep being distracted by the XR, as you are having so much fun with it. And it seems to do amazing in many different environments. Ventura BMW out in Cali has a triple black (beautiful, I agree) and a couple of the Red/White/Blue that appeal to me. I may have to trade in a couple other bikes to get one, but it seems I couldn't go wrong. ...until I hear that Supercharger flutter on the H2/SX-SE.
What exhaust was on the super duke?
What a beast....😯💪
Did the dash tft screen shut down at 3:18 ??
Its got a nightmode for better contrast that probably got triggered by the tree shadows
What pipe on the KTM?
Nice review my friend 👍
Beastmode💪🏼🏍
Now i want one
mirrors and "windshield"?
What do you use the exhaust?
Question Cuban rider, I don’t see you trail braking much on the turns, can you explain your technique? Gracias bro. Love your videos, I miss my Super duke
Can you Send me the link from the windscreen ? I need that one
Did you ever get the info on the wind screen?
duke engine voice is not good (pata pata pata just like tractor)..Makes headaches after one hour..How is the duke vibration condition?
Entrapman Snob you feel the vibes in the engine but not the bars. I did a 10 hour day on the bike after this was filmed. But it’s also a preference, the XR puts my hands to sleep with the tingle. I don’t experience that on the Duke or my Multistrada. Part of it is finding the sweet spot the Motor likes to run. These like 4000rpm+.
Nice roads Cuban.........
Exhaust?
Big Thumper!
A beast for sure. I didn’t see any clutch lever squeezing. I assume it’s got electronic shifting?
quickshifter and auto blipper.
Wow !!!!
This bike need an ecu flash
what a silencer ?
I need the windscreen Bro Tell me Where you buy it
hi bro what is modified on that shit ?
XR all the way
Super Adventure S would be the ADV equivalent.
Looks like you had fun mate! The 2019 SDR I recently rode was much more refined than the older SDR but is a proper licence-loser. I also question the point of so much power on the road and even on the track, where only a minority of riders will be able to exploit all it offers! I mean half the bike’s electronics are to restrict its power right?! I’m picking up a 950 hypermotard sp in 2 weeks, I’d definitely recommend giving one a go if you get the chance, it’s hands down the most fun bike I’ve ever ridden, especially if you like supermotos 👍🏍😁 safe riding bud
I'd love to ride the Hypermotard, specially at the dragon or similarly twisty road.
I almost believe the 790 Duke with some aftermarket suspension help would be the better all around bike vs. 1290.
2019 feels faster and more sporty✊🔥 then the Gen1 Superduke
That xr just rips..
Have you tried the 1100 Tuono ?
Just briefly, I might be able to ride one more extensively soon
I was half expecting you to roll some pitbull raps but i guess its just the accent.
😁
what road is this?
Somewhere in the Great Smoky Mountains in TN/NC
I’m thinking the SuperDuke is like riding on the back of a Sabre toothed tiger 😏 ... so what is the XR like? A shark maybe?
You should have tried track mode
You should try a 1290 GT!!
As soon as I find an owner trusting enough to let me swap rides
@@CubanRider You're a far more advanced rider, so take this with a grain of salt:
I've ridden both and felt the XR was 'tippy' but more refined. The XR (in dynamic mode) accelerates like a mofo. The GT feels more mechanical and urgent. The clutch is stiffer, with a smaller friction zone so it always feels like you're restraining its power.
The GT throttle doesn't feel like it's ride-by-wire and the gear box has some clunk going on. Mine is still being broken, hasn't been pushed too hard, and the quickshifter is disabled.
The XR is much smoother and its power sneaks up on you faster. I was riding one at 38 mph and it hit 78 when the throttle was barely twitched. It took my balls/stomach a second to catch up, LOL!
Compared to my old R9T: The GT is all around better. It's more comfortable, maneuverable, and faster. It's also bigger so a 6'2" 190lb guy doesn't look like he's on a moped. The R9T was a little better at slow speeds (e.g. 30 mph) and uphill slow-ish with a passenger. By 'better" I just mean it didn't take any work to restrain it at slower speeds. The GT wants to go fast in all scenarios.
Finding neutral on the GT can be a chore and that's not an issue with an XR.
I hope you get a chance to ride a GT. Considering how much you love the XR it's hard to believe you'd find the GT better. Different, but not better.
Thanks for the feedback man. I looked at the GT but at $20k+ (for the refreshed 2019s) it was too much. I'm not too fond of the looks either, and even though the XR is no beauty queen, to me it looks better. I don't think you can go wrong with either bike, but I enjoy the linear power of the inline 4s a little better, but could easily adjust to the extra torque of the big V twin.
@@CubanRider Neither has the face of a beauty queen, LOL! One has the face of a duck while the other looks like an insect.
H2 SX or the SuperDuke?...…...
😂😂😂
hi Cuban
sorry but XR anyway everyday
This is not a beginners bike..cmon really?
Hello,
What kind of mirrors are they?
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