Really enjoyed the video having owned 990 smt which I loved and two Super Duke Gt which I also love and do everything from touring to track days what you have built is my perfect bike great job 👍👍👍
This is a bike that KTM should make or should have made. It's what all the 990 SMT owners, like myself, want. And Kiska, KTM's design company, could really learn a thing or two about design from this build.
Thank you ! I hope they do, they have been seen testing. I want to see a full power model to compete with the M1000XR and Ducati Multistrada V4 RS. Before I did this build I was on the fence of buying a 990 SMR.
There are spy shots of a 1390 Super Duke GT, 1390 Super Adventure and a 1390 SMT. Fingers crossed that the SMT goes in production, I currently ride the 890 SMT, a 1390 will be an instant buy for me.
Thanks now i need a KTM 1290 Adventure/SMT. I just almost finished my 990 SMT haha 😂 But man you just modified the Adventure S to how i would love it most! The looks and stance is so aggressive now, i'm really curious how it handles on track. Cheers
Thank you 🤙🏼 atleast you know where the progression is, the 990 SMT is still an amazing bike thats not depreciating in value and rare to see on the road. Enjoy the ride 🙏🏼
Thanks for the video. Great little build. As I said in the last video, I'm suprised that such a radical decrease in rake is still stable, but you seem happy with it? Only comment; a one-piece seat from the Adventure R would complete the look, in my opinion 😁
The rake isn't as dramatic of a change as you would think. It now just corners faster but is very stable. I get no high-speed wobble like people experience with the standard setup. (I believe a big factor of this is due to the angle back from 19" wheel) Regarding the seat, I actually have one in the garage. I will do a video with both for you to see 🤙🏼I need to do this for a seat height video I have planned.
@zakw3637 I can try to explain with experience, the SDGT is short and stubby like a Ducati Monster and SuperDuke. It easily lifts the front wheel under acceleration. Super fun if you want this but in my opinion rider should be careful at lean to not unload the front. The longer adventure wheelbase is more stable, can still lift the front wheel if the rider tries, and the seating geometry is more comfortable too. The downside to these adv's is that 19 inch front wheel is slower to change direction. Its noticeable if you ride such bikes back to back.
@@movem1 Right on, thanks for the reply. I'm torn between the sportiness of the SDGT and the comfort/stability of the SAS. Might just come down to the single-sided swing-arm, but would be nice to have the option of going off-road if I decide to at some point.
I did this to my 2020 SAS as soon as I got it. I did a lot of the same things , for tires I used Metzler Sportec M9RR's . A std 120/70 R17 with a 180/55 R17 rear. I took of hand quards and used bar end mirrors, Denali D4's, Then for the engine Rottweiler stage 5 intake, Arrow racing header, Austin Racing 250 mm V3, I also did a Dabrabbit vinyls wrap kit. My front rotors are Galfer Wave rotors. Lastly I replaced the stock damper with a Hyperpro RSC damper . I really do like the short Adv R screen smoked. For me, I am 270 lbs, so I upgraded the mono shock spring rate which made a huge difference in handling. Almost forgot, one last thing I replaced the Adventure footpegs with Puig 40mm offsets and Puig racing foot pegs. This place the pegs approximately 1" high and😂 1" back. This changed the ergo geometry just enough to put you a little more aggressive over the bike. Awesome build though. There are rumors KTM may actually make a 1390 SMT . good thing back in 2020 I did not wait. It is a kick ass machine.
I will actually make a video on this topic as it is a great question. The handling is incredible, the best I have experienced on a big bike. The change in wheel size impacts the geometry in a positive way as it puts the bike more on its nose creating a very easy and accurate turn in. As standard the bike is made to sit back for comfort with pillion and luggage. Some people lower the front on the triple clamps with standard wheel as a way of improving this without a wheel swap.
That thing looks amazing. Great job. I have been thinking about getting a SAS or a SDR for a while. I know think I want to make this. Looks incredible. Take it all your electronics work as before, no suspension issues or anything?
Hi mate, spoken on instagram, but for anyone else reading the comments, I'll reply. All electronics work perfectly. I have this and the gen 2 Superduke R and there's a case for both. If I was to choose one, it would be the SMT.
Hi, I have zero head shake. I am editing a video of my track day last Monday so you will see the handling of the bike at all speeds and in the corners 👌🏻
Hi buddy, amazing work. Do you happen to sell these kits by any chance? I think our motorcycle community needs more adventurous riders like you and this is one way i would like to show my support.
Hi buddy, I think I spoke to you on instagram ? Unfortunately I can't sell kits as it would leave too much liability and I wouldn't want the worry on myself if someone fitted something wrong.
Why make the 1290 into a race bike though? I love racing, love race bikes... But this isn't that. Is the allure because its 1.3l and the temptation is just there? I'm genuinely curious. I own the 2022 version of this bike (S model). But what the fuck is the point of making this a race bike as opposed to just buying or modding a smaller bike? This is just a case of doing it because you can... I've got my sights set on the 1390. Just don't understand this...
Hi bud, thanks for the comment/questions. As I say in the video, it's definitely not for everyone, but being 6ft 8in and 113kg, there aren't many bikes that suit me as well as this. I have the superduke too, but this still is a lot of fun to ride and very well suited to my style. The adventure s in standard form is a waste of its potential. The 1390 will see an SMT model release, which tells you everything about the market for something like this.
I am selling my 2019 SAS love the bike but I wanted something more off road going.So I picked up a 1090 R and am looking to do the SM conversion with 2 separate sets of wheels,making it a1090 SMT if anyone out there has done it please contact me with all the information/ what needs to be done thanks.
Won't be too different, mainly the difference will be abs tone rings also you may want to change the rear wheel as you would have 18R 17F. Easiest would be get a set of wheels made.
No trail and rake mention of what the bike was before vs what it is now. This is critical and I wouldn't recommend this project unless you can plan the trail and rake outcome
Hi Jordan, Physically measuring it is irrelevant to an extent as what can you compare it to? The turning is perfect, and stability is improved. There is no front wheel wobble at slow or high speed like there is with the 19" front wheel, and the agility is improved but not dramatic. So, in every aspect, it's improved ?
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The beast that makes my house shake when you ride past 🔥💪🏼
Love it mate!
Thanks for the support mate!
Really enjoyed the video having owned 990 smt which I loved and two Super Duke Gt which I also love and do everything from touring to track days what you have built is my perfect bike great job 👍👍👍
Thank you, I agree 😆 I was very close to buying a 990 SMR but having owner a 1290 adv s before I wanted to complete this build.
This is a bike that KTM should make or should have made. It's what all the 990 SMT owners, like myself, want. And Kiska, KTM's design company, could really learn a thing or two about design from this build.
Thank you ! I hope they do, they have been seen testing. I want to see a full power model to compete with the M1000XR and Ducati Multistrada V4 RS. Before I did this build I was on the fence of buying a 990 SMR.
There are spy shots of a 1390 Super Duke GT, 1390 Super Adventure and a 1390 SMT. Fingers crossed that the SMT goes in production, I currently ride the 890 SMT, a 1390 will be an instant buy for me.
Thanks now i need a KTM 1290 Adventure/SMT.
I just almost finished my 990 SMT haha 😂
But man you just modified the Adventure S to how i would love it most! The looks and stance is so aggressive now, i'm really curious how it handles on track.
Cheers
Thank you 🤙🏼 atleast you know where the progression is, the 990 SMT is still an amazing bike thats not depreciating in value and rare to see on the road. Enjoy the ride 🙏🏼
don't worry you can always fit in a 1290 adv engine on your 990 smt
@@noxmas74that would make it a true weapon 😈
Would be keen to see what the difference is in riding from before the conversion.
POV ride along will definitely be coming, just need a nice dry day.
Thanks for the video. Great little build. As I said in the last video, I'm suprised that such a radical decrease in rake is still stable, but you seem happy with it?
Only comment; a one-piece seat from the Adventure R would complete the look, in my opinion 😁
The rake isn't as dramatic of a change as you would think. It now just corners faster but is very stable. I get no high-speed wobble like people experience with the standard setup. (I believe a big factor of this is due to the angle back from 19" wheel)
Regarding the seat, I actually have one in the garage. I will do a video with both for you to see 🤙🏼I need to do this for a seat height video I have planned.
I love it !
Thank you Mr plumber man
Dumb question, but is there a reason/advantage to doing something like this vs. getting the SDGT?
@zakw3637 I can try to explain with experience, the SDGT is short and stubby like a Ducati Monster and SuperDuke. It easily lifts the front wheel under acceleration. Super fun if you want this but in my opinion rider should be careful at lean to not unload the front. The longer adventure wheelbase is more stable, can still lift the front wheel if the rider tries, and the seating geometry is more comfortable too. The downside to these adv's is that 19 inch front wheel is slower to change direction. Its noticeable if you ride such bikes back to back.
@@movem1 Right on, thanks for the reply. I'm torn between the sportiness of the SDGT and the comfort/stability of the SAS. Might just come down to the single-sided swing-arm, but would be nice to have the option of going off-road if I decide to at some point.
I did this to my 2020 SAS as soon as I got it. I did a lot of the same things , for tires I used Metzler Sportec M9RR's . A std 120/70 R17 with a 180/55 R17 rear. I took of hand quards and used bar end mirrors, Denali D4's, Then for the engine Rottweiler stage 5 intake, Arrow racing header, Austin Racing 250 mm V3, I also did a Dabrabbit vinyls wrap kit. My front rotors are Galfer Wave rotors. Lastly I replaced the stock damper with a Hyperpro RSC damper . I really do like the short Adv R screen smoked. For me, I am 270 lbs, so I upgraded the mono shock spring rate which made a huge difference in handling. Almost forgot, one last thing I replaced the Adventure footpegs with Puig 40mm offsets and Puig racing foot pegs. This place the pegs approximately 1" high and😂 1" back. This changed the ergo geometry just enough to put you a little more aggressive over the bike. Awesome build though. There are rumors KTM may actually make a 1390 SMT . good thing back in 2020 I did not wait. It is a kick ass machine.
have you dropped the rear at all to compensate for the 25mm drop on the front or does it handle ok being that much lower on the front end?
I wonder about this as well. Personally, I wouldn't want a lowered front end, but maybe that's me.
I will actually make a video on this topic as it is a great question.
The handling is incredible, the best I have experienced on a big bike. The change in wheel size impacts the geometry in a positive way as it puts the bike more on its nose creating a very easy and accurate turn in. As standard the bike is made to sit back for comfort with pillion and luggage. Some people lower the front on the triple clamps with standard wheel as a way of improving this without a wheel swap.
Hi bud, not sure if you got the notification too but I replied to this question above.
That thing looks amazing. Great job. I have been thinking about getting a SAS or a SDR for a while. I know think I want to make this. Looks incredible. Take it all your electronics work as before, no suspension issues or anything?
Hi mate, spoken on instagram, but for anyone else reading the comments, I'll reply. All electronics work perfectly. I have this and the gen 2 Superduke R and there's a case for both. If I was to choose one, it would be the SMT.
How is the bike with te headshake problem? Have any problems with it?
Hi, I have zero head shake. I am editing a video of my track day last Monday so you will see the handling of the bike at all speeds and in the corners 👌🏻
Great work. Do you know if its possible to fit a 1290 super duke r exhaust on a 1290 super adventure ?
Hi bud, only the end can on our models. The headers won't fit but there are titanium options on the market from arrow and Doberman
i love it
Thanks Rocko ✌🏼
Hi buddy, amazing work. Do you happen to sell these kits by any chance? I think our motorcycle community needs more adventurous riders like you and this is one way i would like to show my support.
Hi buddy, I think I spoke to you on instagram ? Unfortunately I can't sell kits as it would leave too much liability and I wouldn't want the worry on myself if someone fitted something wrong.
Why make the 1290 into a race bike though? I love racing, love race bikes... But this isn't that. Is the allure because its 1.3l and the temptation is just there?
I'm genuinely curious. I own the 2022 version of this bike (S model). But what the fuck is the point of making this a race bike as opposed to just buying or modding a smaller bike?
This is just a case of doing it because you can...
I've got my sights set on the 1390. Just don't understand this...
Hi bud, thanks for the comment/questions.
As I say in the video, it's definitely not for everyone, but being 6ft 8in and 113kg, there aren't many bikes that suit me as well as this.
I have the superduke too, but this still is a lot of fun to ride and very well suited to my style.
The adventure s in standard form is a waste of its potential. The 1390 will see an SMT model release, which tells you everything about the market for something like this.
I am selling my 2019 SAS love the bike but I wanted something more off road going.So I picked up a 1090 R and am looking to do the SM conversion with 2 separate sets of wheels,making it a1090 SMT if anyone out there has done it please contact me with all the information/ what needs to be done thanks.
Won't be too different, mainly the difference will be abs tone rings also you may want to change the rear wheel as you would have 18R 17F. Easiest would be get a set of wheels made.
This is my plan tho make it smt
The best mod you will ever do ✌🏼
No trail and rake mention of what the bike was before vs what it is now. This is critical and I wouldn't recommend this project unless you can plan the trail and rake outcome
Hi Jordan, Physically measuring it is irrelevant to an extent as what can you compare it to? The turning is perfect, and stability is improved.
There is no front wheel wobble at slow or high speed like there is with the 19" front wheel, and the agility is improved but not dramatic. So, in every aspect, it's improved ?
🤦🏻♂️
Bike needs a clean 😅
Top priority on the to do list!