I feel like the Super Duke is a street bike you can love at the track, and the S1000R and Tuono are track bikes that you can love on the street. I think it was very smart of KTM to recognize that and say "Hey, BMW and Aprilia already nailed the super naked track bike. Lets dominate the super naked street bike then."
That's the best review I seen of this bike. Actually you guys deserve way more credit, your videos are the best edited ones and with the best balance of humour, seriousness and useful info. Kudos!
You guys have a real genuine feel. You guys could dominate the motorcycle video journalism (not the most technical term) game. Just put out more content! More videos of you guys taking trips on bikes and testing bikes like this video! I said you guys a lot sorry
Zac is a brilliant presenter, I rate this style of reviewing / camera angles as one of the best motorbike reviews on RUclips. Factual and to the point, no long winded trapping around.
Nice Zack. There are RUclips videos and then you guys. Another level for sure. Dig those spacious Doha grandstands, lots of room for beer & gear lol. 👌🏼
I really like your guys' reviews as you both actually know how to ride and also have a fun lighthearted personality. Favorite reviewers out of all of them (one of only 2 channels I've subscribed to). I wish you guys would put in more technical details (as in what, precisely, do you like on this bike over the last one? What isn't great?). Your reviews are a big part of why I have a 15 1290 and am waiting on my 17 701 to come in :)
Probably the best MC review so far. Like your other videos, there is not only tons of info about the bike, its also fun, extremely good filmed and delight to watch. I love MC reviews because of this reasons. Thumbs up Zack, you're the best! :p (Also Ari, hope you'll recover soon.) What an amazing bike btw...
this was another super amazing review. Thoroughly informative and entertaining. Great going guys. Love the work. Am sure this will keep getting better.
Checking in to throw you some applause... you are easily my favorite channel for motorcycle reviews and adventures... and I think you're managing a solid mix between OTW, MC Garage and MC Commute... though if I had my way you'd be doing a LOT more adventure episodes. IMO while I've watched every episode you've published, you have one standout episode... and that's the Ural/MB5 adventure. If you think about it... it was actually combining OTW and MC Garage in a single episode that the Roadkill guys probably thought "man if we rode bikes... THAT'S the shit we'd be doing". I also think your on-screen chemistry works and makes the Ari & Zack episodes greater than the 'sum of their parts'. So... keep up the good work, think about maybe a few more adv episodes a year (and maybe even some challenges like "take some old bikes and see what you can do with them". Finally... maybe a long form episode a year - ride coast to coast on old 2 stroke road bikes or something equally crazy. Finally - finally... congrats to your crew, they make you look good without getting in the way... I bet they deserve a raise.
I was looking at both the 2015 S1000R and 2015 Superduke R. I always wanted the BMW but I ended up getting the Superduke. Sure, the BMW has a lot more technology and electronics but the Superduke was cheaper and the 1300cc engine sold me. I'm definitely going to get the S1000RR next... unless KTM comes out with its own supersport RR that isn't the RC8. lol
Really stepping up the production game guys. Great to see! Good video and dude, how can you continue to explain everything so well and focused while blasting around that track!?
An excellent review. Not sure I can justify the price difference between this and a top spec s1000r. I think I will wait and pick up a low mileage second hand one later on in 2017.
I just bought a 2016 Super Duke. While I'd like some of the new electronics modes I think the gauge cluster on the 2016 is nicer than the new one. It looks like they just glued an iPhone on the handle bars and took off for lunch.
Yeah 18k is a lot, than think about that! In my country the bike costs 22550€ most ppl 's salary is about 1600ytl wich is 347€ per month. Now think about to buy one. If you are not rich or at least a high end earning person than good luck with buying one anytime soon. If I would earn let's say 1600€ a month well than 18k or even 22k is not that bad really. BTW love this channel, keep up the great work.
Wish Honda would let you guys ride the 2017 CBR 250RR around the Sentul circuit. They were testing the Asia Road Racing Championship model at Buriram Thailand Circuit last week. Heard there's a larger displacement 320cc model in the works for the rest of the world(like R25->R3).
Test rode this exact bike, feels like an off road scrambler, stunning engine and insane power. When you smash the throttle it's actually hard to hit the clutch as the force means your pushed back and holding on for dear life, defo need the quick shifter. A stunning bike but not an everyday bike and the price vs reliability is just too high!
Great video and great bike. I get it - manufacturers have to keep raising the bar and prices will follow. But, I personally would rather use $18k+ for a nice used liter bike, a dual sport, a trail bike, and a weekend in Vegas.
@Ari what a pity that you got injured @Zack Most of them won't even get a chance to rider that monster and watching you guys riding feels better atleast what it can do👍
I'd love to see an FZ-12, a yamaha 1200cc sport vtwin with styling similar to current FZ series, with a modest price point that beats out the superduke and monster 1200.
is it possible le to make "bike towing bike" type of episode. where you and arry go on an adventure cross country doing ridiculous stuff. really enjoyed that. reminiscent of the old top gear series.
Thanks guys. Do these hight end KTMs have same reliabiity problems as the smaller displacement Bajaj assembled ones. My opinion is that KTM is a proper " MAN'S/FUN BIKE" but this side of the world (middle east) they are notorious for reliability issues i.e, engine stalling for over heating, fragile wheels that brake off, oil leaking , water hose blasting off etc, , ,
the FZ-10 is basically the insane R1 for normal people. Also the FZ-10 is an insane amount of bike for the money with the KTM 1290 starting to even make BMW look cheap.
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this ep should be called 'on one wheel'
I was going to comment the exact same thing, but I guess I'm about...3 years late to that one.
I feel like the Super Duke is a street bike you can love at the track, and the S1000R and Tuono are track bikes that you can love on the street. I think it was very smart of KTM to recognize that and say "Hey, BMW and Aprilia already nailed the super naked track bike. Lets dominate the super naked street bike then."
and even after being a street bike first, It's bonkers. i haven't rode it but it sure sounds and looks bonkers.
Yes
That's the best review I seen of this bike. Actually you guys deserve way more credit, your videos are the best edited ones and with the best balance of humour, seriousness and useful info. Kudos!
KTM has been on an up climb for sure. The competition are slowly shaking in their boots. I'm looking at you Ducati.
Yes ! the old ones are going to be so affordable now !!!! Can't wait
Rosstinelli nope...
gelul12 yes mater they will be compared to the new 2017 model
not likely going to change much.
Rosstinelli yep. Saw one for $12000
LOL got a 2015 for 8.5 USD out the door... what were you saying ?
You guys have a real genuine feel. You guys could dominate the motorcycle video journalism (not the most technical term) game. Just put out more content! More videos of you guys taking trips on bikes and testing bikes like this video! I said you guys a lot sorry
i love the head lamp 😱
Oking bastard which helemet is he wearing?
Arai Vector 2 Hawk helmet I think.
The first one is the Shoei NXR Terminus. I have the same one :) The best helmet i've ever had :)!
Me too...
Zac is a brilliant presenter, I rate this style of reviewing / camera angles as one of the best motorbike reviews on RUclips. Factual and to the point, no long winded trapping around.
Nice Zack. There are RUclips videos and then you guys. Another level for sure. Dig those spacious Doha grandstands, lots of room for beer & gear lol. 👌🏼
Great content. Fantastic use of your camera crew to provide a video review that's just spot on.
I really like your guys' reviews as you both actually know how to ride and also have a fun lighthearted personality. Favorite reviewers out of all of them (one of only 2 channels I've subscribed to). I wish you guys would put in more technical details (as in what, precisely, do you like on this bike over the last one? What isn't great?). Your reviews are a big part of why I have a 15 1290 and am waiting on my 17 701 to come in :)
Awesome! I'll take a look!
Ari got dem red eyes.... God Bless Cali
Probably the best MC review so far. Like your other videos, there is not only tons of info about the bike, its also fun, extremely good filmed and delight to watch. I love MC reviews because of this reasons. Thumbs up Zack, you're the best! :p (Also Ari, hope you'll recover soon.)
What an amazing bike btw...
I freaking love this bike!!😍😍
Awesome review :D
Zach's got some sick new leathers!
Fun to watch, lots of good info and slightly twisted sense of humour.... another great video guys.
Keep em coming gang!
I will tell my good buddies the new Super Duke 1290R is improved and to subscribe to your channel. Awesome video!
this was another super amazing review. Thoroughly informative and entertaining. Great going guys. Love the work. Am sure this will keep getting better.
It's so nice to see high quality motorcycle videos
sexiest headlight ever
Can't wait for the next video!
If you notice that the previous videos are a little bit washed out, it's because I watched them so many times.
Here's hoping KTM takes that Super Duke 2.0 engine and puts it in a street legal faired sportbike... KTM RC8 2.0 anyone?
BloodySinner the CEO of KTM said in an interview he doesn't want to make street legal sport bikes anymore because he feels they are unsafe for roads
The Super Duke is a sportbike.
+BloodySinner what he means is faired supersports bike for road
Ashton Eisbrenner then why are they making 😂😂😂
KTM will "probably" built a V4 Superbike and it "probably" won't be street legal. "Probably" a limited club racer
Bringing back those EXTREME 90's graphix on that suit!
Checking in to throw you some applause... you are easily my favorite channel for motorcycle reviews and adventures... and I think you're managing a solid mix between OTW, MC Garage and MC Commute... though if I had my way you'd be doing a LOT more adventure episodes. IMO while I've watched every episode you've published, you have one standout episode... and that's the Ural/MB5 adventure. If you think about it... it was actually combining OTW and MC Garage in a single episode that the Roadkill guys probably thought "man if we rode bikes... THAT'S the shit we'd be doing". I also think your on-screen chemistry works and makes the Ari & Zack episodes greater than the 'sum of their parts'. So... keep up the good work, think about maybe a few more adv episodes a year (and maybe even some challenges like "take some old bikes and see what you can do with them". Finally... maybe a long form episode a year - ride coast to coast on old 2 stroke road bikes or something equally crazy. Finally - finally... congrats to your crew, they make you look good without getting in the way... I bet they deserve a raise.
Another amazing review. I like the new look of the 1290 and it must be an amazing bike but i would still get the tuono RR. :)
JRat me too!! 😂👌😍
I was looking at both the 2015 S1000R and 2015 Superduke R. I always wanted the BMW but I ended up getting the Superduke. Sure, the BMW has a lot more technology and electronics but the Superduke was cheaper and the 1300cc engine sold me. I'm definitely going to get the S1000RR next... unless KTM comes out with its own supersport RR that isn't the RC8. lol
How is KTM cheaper?! I guess it depends on where you live.
It is way cheaper than the double R
Nice Job spencer, Zack, Ari... getting pretty polished.
Ari noooo! Hope you feel better soon. Yet another excellent review by Zack, thank you :)
Really stepping up the production game guys. Great to see! Good video and dude, how can you continue to explain everything so well and focused while blasting around that track!?
Kudos for the review Ari and Zack! I can't wait for a a comparison with its counterparts. Greetings from Holland!
This episode was a long time coming.....
I love this show!
Very nice, enjoyed the style and info from start to finish. Rocked it... and you make wheelies and stoppies look dangerously easy, haha.
I hope you two never stop making moto videos.
1:03 I'm lmao That intro was amazing. New, crazy powerful bike, and Zack goes whizzing by making the most pathetic noise lol
Love that "SUPERDUKE" in the paddock lights at 6:10
Good stuff. Made my day. I've been reading Ari's words for many moons. And they are certainly good.
Great review, guys! All your hard work definitely shows.
YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!
This review was epic!!!
Please more!
Nice. Almost should have been an MC commute episode though. Great to see you guys still doing stuff like this though.
Finally a new episode of On Two Wheels
This video deserves way more views
couldn't believe Ari had dreadlocks... :D Ari your style, man... it's a killer...
You guys are the KTM of motovids
What a badass video boys! And what a monster bike! Awesome!
An excellent review. Not sure I can justify the price difference between this and a top spec s1000r. I think I will wait and pick up a low mileage second hand one later on in 2017.
I love when he start at the track and there is super duke name on the vertical board thing.
I just bought a 2016 Super Duke. While I'd like some of the new electronics modes I think the gauge cluster on the 2016 is nicer than the new one. It looks like they just glued an iPhone on the handle bars and took off for lunch.
Jake Watkins so did I.
Best bike review channel. Keep it up chaps 👍
Great review guys 👍
Any word on KTM releasing the quickshifter module for use on the previous gen bikes or is it '17 and up bikes only?
"If your wheelie last longer than 4 hours, go see a doctor" LMAO that's quite hurt to have it such a long time
This was really well produced. Good job guys
When's the 2016 superbike shootout guys? Was mid year last year. It's almost 2017!
Great review! Keep up the good work!
Zack and Ari are the internets best motorcycle reviewers.
Yeah 18k is a lot, than think about that! In my country the bike costs 22550€ most ppl 's salary is about 1600ytl wich is 347€ per month. Now think about to buy one. If you are not rich or at least a high end earning person than good luck with buying one anytime soon. If I would earn let's say 1600€ a month well than 18k or even 22k is not that bad really. BTW love this channel, keep up the great work.
I seen the bikes in person ! Actually smaller sized that I expected 😲
Wish Honda would let you guys ride the 2017 CBR 250RR around the Sentul circuit. They were testing the Asia Road Racing Championship model at Buriram Thailand Circuit last week. Heard there's a larger displacement 320cc model in the works for the rest of the world(like R25->R3).
Test rode this exact bike, feels like an off road scrambler, stunning engine and insane power. When you smash the throttle it's actually hard to hit the clutch as the force means your pushed back and holding on for dear life, defo need the quick shifter.
A stunning bike but not an everyday bike and the price vs reliability is just too high!
loved the vid guys keep it up
nice, was waiting for more of these
awesome awesome review as always.
Great review guys!
Thanks for all the footages of the rider taking about the bike ... rather than show me the bike
The only question left... do I get white or black?
Awesome video zack! although i wished ari would be along side you too!
Love your videos!
Did you run stock tires on track And what tire was it ? Nice motorcycle , Good review !
Probably custom Dunlop developed for SuperDuke
great review guys cheers
Great video and great bike. I get it - manufacturers have to keep raising the bar and prices will follow. But, I personally would rather use $18k+ for a nice used liter bike, a dual sport, a trail bike, and a weekend in Vegas.
oh man, how nice is that ... having a perfectly manicured MotoGP race track to play on all to yourself ... not to mention a brand new Super Duke
Great job, GUYS!
what kind of jacket are you wearing Zach? looks nice!
Brandon Sheffield what's the jacket?
love from India best review of Duke 1290 👍👍👍👍🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
Love the race suit colors!
Thank you Zack, you rock !!
would you guys ever do a helmet or gear review
i know its kinda a revzilla thing but zach and ari are entertaining in the way of saying words
You guys must do a full tv show!!!
@Ari what a pity that you got injured @Zack Most of them won't even get a chance to rider that monster and watching you guys riding feels better atleast what it can do👍
Would you recommend this bike to a beginner?
Awesome awesome awesome reporting. Thank you
Isn't anyone in Japan paying attention? Where's the Japanese big bore Vtwin? Furthermore, where's that Japanese 1200cc high revving 180 hp triple?
I'd love to see an FZ-12, a yamaha 1200cc sport vtwin with styling similar to current FZ series, with a modest price point that beats out the superduke and monster 1200.
You got that right. Or just upscale the 847cc triple to a 1200+ capacity.
great video, I guess ari himself disliked this video because he couldn't get to ride it :D :D
how many funny looks has Zach gotten when he roles down the road, talking to himself and waving his arms like an angry Italian?
is it possible le to make "bike towing bike" type of episode. where you and arry go on an adventure cross country doing ridiculous stuff. really enjoyed that. reminiscent of the old top gear series.
Plz review 2017 ktm 200 or 390 duke plz
Can we get a gear breakdown? It looks sick!
It sounds quieter than the last one, am i right? Euro 4 undoubtedly. Not a fan of that, otherwise looks great!
Supercool review.
Good one 👍
Hoping to see the Duke 390 2017 video as well
Are you guys going to review the new ktm duke 390.
Nice man. Good performance :-)
you guys are awesome...!
Thanks guys. Do these hight end KTMs have same reliabiity problems as the smaller displacement Bajaj assembled ones. My opinion is that KTM is a proper " MAN'S/FUN BIKE" but this side of the world (middle east) they are notorious for reliability issues i.e, engine stalling for over heating, fragile wheels that brake off, oil leaking , water hose blasting off etc, , ,
c'mon dude.. these high end KTM is sure good reliability. Do not compare with 125, 200 or 390. These from another world.
After i saw this review, i ordered one .
i have that same jacket! love it!
I test rode a 2016 model at my local shop and just couldn't bond with it. I rode an FZ-10 and formed an instant bond with it. Did I miss something?
the FZ-10 is basically the insane R1 for normal people. Also the FZ-10 is an insane amount of bike for the money with the KTM 1290 starting to even make BMW look cheap.
so much power! haha it looks sweet too!
Who else is jealous of Zach's sweet custom AStar leathers?
Great job!