127 Hours With A Heavily Customized KTM 1290 Super Duke R

[@ChaosCauses]

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[@spaceguy16]

2:40 Why is the rear sprocket so strange? I have seen it before on the H2, for example, but I don't know what it is for or why.

[@cripticdestiny]

you forgot cost cutting

[@joshuaturay]

Thank you for the donut and football field measurements. I understood perfectly the sizing! 😂

[@Carl_Barker]

🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸

[@OvervoltedMinds]

You can definitely appreciate a personal (heavy) touch on a motorbike. But mate, those exhaust welds are anything but pretty

[@cry-0432]

If it works, It works. I ain't complaining

[@moonjogger1]

I think he was being sarcastic

[@arifemre4426]

This bike’s front tire is bigger than my bike’s rear tire😂

[@simbaisthelionKing]

Well damn, what bike are you riding?

[@MattyMT15]

​@@simbaisthelionKing Cycle

[@KruthikNandan]

Splendor ​@@simbaisthelionKing

[@Carlisho]

My Tiger 1200 Rally has a 150 rear and its a 600lb adventure bike 😂 That 240 is huge

[@inspecktorf]

My honda cb150x also has a 150 rear. It's 150cc bike lol

[@jirihorsky9600]

Reason No.4 : Ergonomics. Average rider is 175-180cm. I am over 2 meters tall in my gear. On almost any unmodified bike i have squashed legs and also get to roleplay as a sailship. So custom tall seat and drag bars are almost necessity.

[@Jon-nz3dm]

Are you counting the helmet? That's just odd, mate. I'm approximately 196cm NAKED and do understand the squashed legs and sail feeling. Windscreens are essentially pointless. They're all either way too low or unbearably loud if tall enough.

[@jirihorsky9600]

@@Jon-nz3dm Hehe, no. Without helmet, with boots. I also fight with windscreens being too loud. That's why i like to lead forward a bit more to counterbalance the windblast and give myself a lower profile, hence lowered handlebars.

[@jacksoncalman3343]

“Winglets that double as mirrors but does both jobs pretty poorly”. As an owner of said mirrors, can confirm 😂

[@v_stands_for_value124]

All analog dials will look the best in the long run

[@chrisdadigger1018]

Wider tires do nothing for handeling. In fact will adversely affect handeling.

[@rummsdala]

Exactly

[@cry-0432]

But, you got more grip. If you know what you're doing, it's a really big deal.

[@pandagmail3505]

@@cry-0432the wider the less “curvature” it has. Not necessarily more grip when leaned in

[@EricLeePiano]

your channel is literally the best motorcycle channel on youtube. every single video is interesting and well though out!

[@adityagoswami5712]

Finally a KTM

[@mloclam6917]

Just before they go bust

[@alexduey7868]

Just before they go bankrupt yes

[@yahoodlums]

On first glance it looks quite cool, but narrower bars and wider wheels are going to ruin the handling, and the joker artwork is a bit... questionable. I think this bike looks pretty cool in stock form, so this seems like a lot of effort to personalise the bike and (as others have commented) a bike like this will actually be hard to sell let alone recoup the $$$ you put in. But none of this matters if you are the owner and this is your dream bike. It's uniquely yours, so enjoy!

[@The_Real_JN]

I think it's definitely more for show than anything. Wouldn't surprise me if the owner of scarlet customs has other bikes to daily and this is the showpiece

[@GyanTech01-u7v]

Looks amazing man...Super DUke is on Fire 🔥

[@Lex-Rex]

Looks amazing. I have a 1st gen SDR and a 19 Tuono 1100 Factory. SDR is my "tour" bike and the 1100 Factory is everything else including my track bike. Track bike used to be a RSV4 1100 Factory, but I am in my 50s now and I went naked for ergo and I personally love the handling of dirt bike type bars over clipons.

[@sriicasm]

Which one handles better and is more fun? And which one requires more care and maintenance

[@Lex-Rex]

@@sriicasm Personally, I think my Tuono handles better, but I have some pretty good mods including magnesium wheels which makes a difference due to the unsprung weight. Regarding care and maint . . . just remember what you are getting into. That said, so far so good, but my valve adjustment is due for the Tuono which is around $2,300.00 avg at 12k miles.

[@DersNoNem]

1st Gen SuperDuke... Want it!

[@MrTjobbie]

I think customising isn't necessary improving the handling of the bike. More to do with creativity, leaving your own mark and above all having fun and enjoying your creation whether one like it or not. Great built btw💪🏼

[@shunpillay]

What a beautiful work of art! KTM should take notes.

Probably too late now they have gone bust.

[@barrydailly2091]

Well customised! It does the job that the owner wanted. Personally, I would never change anything that compromises performance. Luckily we are all different.

[@rkavan]

Mods on bikes are my favourite ❤

[@lhr3244]

Except the tires that bike is 🔥🔥🔥. Especially the clip-ons. Helped a friend to do that mod on his naked bike. That only improved the stability and vibration on his bike because of the weight increase in front of the bike.

[@joek81981]

I believe there are some mods we do that makes a bike cooler, and there are times when we're simply spending the money that the factory sought to save. I see them as two different things. Like when the manufacturer cheaps out with a one-piece, all in one axial master cylinder - that's just them being cheap, go ahead and mod that. If its an objective improvement, I can justify it. I'm righting a wrong done to the bike.

[@Carl_Barker]

The width of a donut is actually a measurement we use here in America. Glad you know both systems brother! 🤘🇺🇸 🦅

[@ChaosCauses]

I'm American at heart!

[@majorsnow2835]

I alqays forget that this is a south african youtube channel. High quality and great vids

[@s_damen4140]

I agree with the three reasons for something being worth changing, but I'd add a fourth, one based on compromise for example seat height, style, bar height those things are chosen based on the average size of a customer, because at the end of the day the company wants to sell they end up making choices to make the bike one size fits all, at least, within it's given category, so changing stuff like that is fine to make it fit better to you. Besides this some changes pertain to riding style, the tire size and gear ratio for example are also in part chosen to fit an average expected style, if you deviate from that then changing those things is worthwhile, these things also have to do with emissions, slicker rubber and a lower gear ratio means going at a given speed with less rolling resistance and at a lower rpm, less emmissions, this however does not mean those choices are optimal for the riding experience, it means they are optimal for the compromise of being legal, sellable and good enough. All of which are definitely calculated, but calculated for the companies or the laws interests, not necessarily your interests and as such there are many things that could and maybe should be adjusted or changed on many bikes to fit any specific case. The broadest reason to not touch anything is resale value though, as the more you adjust it to your specific case, the more you move away from the marketability of the originals choices.

[@WillPower46]

Nearly 60 000km on a KTM that must be a world record.

[@maximilian8536]

Not on the LC8, they often have over 60 000km with normal maintenance

[@Carlisho]

I honestly dig everything about this bike except the clip ons, especially with wider tires, handlebar > clip ons any day

[@mandrakejake]

Thats a cool looking bike. Minus the orange front wheel, obvs.

[@allnighterist]

Would you still get a ktm today despite of all whats happening to them right now?

[@devilsreject320]

No. All ktm brake. Sad they ride nice till they don't.

No too much bad press and the only bike brand I’ve owned that the engine let go on.

[@fearme46]

@@devilsreject320”all KTM brake” is the dumbest shit I’ve ever heard.

[@shadytwin]

@@fearme46 I mean they should brake, how could I stop the bike otherwise

[@fearme46]

@@shadytwin that’s a very valid point haha

[@nickgandy3]

Have a gen 2 1290gt absolutely love it

[@Arman-tm1kz]

6:09 KTM is not struggling as much as you think with camshaft problems especially with the LC8 engine. I know 2 people that have almost 200.000km on stock engine 1290 SD (GT) and one guy n forum with nearly 500.000km with the older LC8 engine in the 990 or 950 (same engine, fueling difference with carb/injection)

[@SNAPZ46]

KTM struggles with reliability and faulty parts for years across all of the lineup. If you ask any motorcyclist which brand has the word reliability or the most problems you cant escape KTM and Harley Davidson as an answer. Sure your buddy has a perfect engine, but just check some forums for a few minutes and you see that's the outlier.

[@Syst3m__gl1tch]

Worked on one of these last month , worst pain is having to lift the front end up to spread the oil around that big v engine

[@CraneTiger2]

That looks far better than the newest iteration.

[@brazilianrider8882]

Beautiful Gen1 👍🏼

[@paulscotson2297]

Bike looks mega!! but I really can’t see how they would make a stock rear wheel wider, especially with a stock single sided swing arm. Looks like a bigger tyre on the stock rim. If I’m wrong then I’d love to see the process.

[@UrMoM624givinghead]

Love the video's chaos

[@ThomasSiebenhofer]

A (near complete) color delete on a KTM. Helps it a lot in terms of looks

[@jessevvilsteren]

Feature cuts to keep the price competitive, first gens mt09 with there poor Factory suspension for example

[@mark3863]

You need to do a test on a Ducati, anyone would do but I would love your opinion on the Multistrad1200 or 1250.

[@ThunderApache]

I sincerely hope KTM survives! Connect creators who are KTM enthusiasts really need to focus more content on KTM products, rather than their finances, hoping that they survive. *I am not a KTM fanboy, I own a Triumph but I seriously value competition in the market. The 400cc market is so competitive in 2024, primarily because of KTM 390s.

[@mrpeacelol4496]

finally...a lot of teasing

[@johanoosthiuzen3821]

Only 790 and 890 models are affected by the camshaft issue

[@graysonwolf1216]

yeah, not surprised the owner is from Pretoria. Good of him to lend you the bike though.

[@spartanx169x]

At 4:09 the sidewalls are cracking. IMO they should be replaced. If its going to be ridden it should be done very very casually.

[@horseydestroyer9466]

TBH I can't see any sidewall cracking

[@spartanx169x]

@@horseydestroyer9466 Its under the 140. pause it at 4:08 . I've got a 28 inch monitor 1440p resolution. Its pretty obvious to me.

[@horseydestroyer9466]

@@spartanx169x Ahhhh I see that. That looks almost more like some creasing from sitting with the tire flat though. Still not good.

[@scll5x]

Hey, I saw you having those plastic garage tiles, how are they? And do you recommend them, if so where can I get them? im from NL. Thank you.

[@Snwyreborn]

When can we get more content with the R1 and the CBR, i have been waitingg for Motovlog with them forever since you fixed, and potentially new salvaging project ?

[@ChaosCauses]

I'm hoping that's the first video for next year! Each bike keeps giving me issues lol.

[@Snwyreborn]

@ i hope nothing too serious, considering both are bikes with history lol

[@AlsRides]

Looks like a FB marketplace special. Fatter tyres for worse handling, joker airbrushed on the mudguard etc

[@nicnadu0515]

I’d rather have a stock one

[@DusterDiesel]

Curious to know your opinion of the very popular Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX. Take a spin and let us know.

[@P38Aaron]

your comment on the cams is incorrect, this is only reported on the early LC8C engine (parallel twin) the SDR has an LC8 engine (V twin).

[@PerriPhelps]

The body needs an orange stripe to match the front rim.

[@TaiPassionGP]

These bikes upset the sensations and the feeling that the manufacturer intended for this bike. Exaggerated customizations of this type are an end in themselves, they are difficult bikes to sell to the average consumer and have a price that is not justified in the eyes of others compared to those who have spent time and money to modify them. Better if those who modify them in this way do not pretend to be able to sell them at the price they want.

[@someguy9520]

I like the general look ver much, even if the handling is worse, after all it's a show piece But that joker airbrush front+rear cringes the hell out of me

[@riccicrozzie8204]

I like it 👍

[@G1lgamesj]

Where did you get the clip-ons?

[@mandrakejake]

I don't know but they look like they need to match the top yoke which looks custom also

[@BatFastard01]

Reason no 5: An excuse to sell more stuff to punters!

[@onlyoneromeo]

The clip ons look like they need to be a Lil wider and swept back a Lil bit.

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

If I had money and the intent to own a 1290, I'd also paint the frame black. But clipons, a wider tire and some little things is not really what I'd call "custom".

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

The wheels do look too wide imo.

[@mattman3495]

If money is not an option I taked the black one with different bars and It's less hideous looking.

[@The_Real_JN]

That superduke needs the 1390's headlight imo

[@drehfreude8537]

0:56 probably the other way around right now, right? 🤓😅😢

[@EtienneVanDerWesthuizen-dm5sg]

I see its for sale for the last 2 months for 200k. . 12:41

[@impulse_guy_22]

tyres...widths...whew. most new 125's doing 15hp have 130 section rears. NS400R @ (a debatable) 79hp had a 110 section rear and was regarded as the top handling of the 3 big 2 strokes on sale. grey market 400's from the late 80's to early 90's made do with 60hp and 130 section tyres. We just putting bigger tyres on things because its looks cooler. Not because we need it. and yes, lets add more unsprung mass...sigh.

[@mattman3495]

Triple oak tree clamps for you Americans

[@oliabid-price4517]

Should have painted the wheels as a matched pair at least.

[@Johnny6ex]

Why isnt front wheel bigger to Its the front that keeps you up Oh its still small i gess

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

i still dont get why they made the tank so incredibly tall lol

[@ChaosCauses]

Because they can! It was so extreme when it came out and that’s what made it so cool lol

[@simbaisthelionKing]

tis a superduke, everything is extreme.

[@MotoDash1100]

I still don't get why they made the "ShadowOfDeath24" so incredibly short, lol.

[@dltalex207]

Take an allover look at this bike. It would look weird with a smaller tank.

[@Hondadude46]

Like you say. Never ever that wide tires, ever.! 240 rear?? That's only straight ahead bikes and 140 in front?😬 No way. Other than that, I'm good. 👍🏻

[@cookncrack5334]

DEF PICKING THAT OVER STOCK SUPERDUKE

[@aluisious]

I don't agree with your faith that every aspect of a bike design is meticulously researched and determined. Yamaha has made a bunch of purely shitty decisions making bikes. I had an FZ1 that didn't have a relay for the ignition switch. They ran the entire +12v from the battery through a narrow wire to the ignition switch and back. I wondered why my headlight was so dim, it was because it was getting 9v after the huge drop from running the entire current of the bike through that long, narrow wire. That was simply lazy and Yamaha not giving a shit about anything. Also, nothing excuses Yamaha's frequently awful decisions about spring rate and damping of so many bikes, like the FZ07. It's not even that they chose an ideal rider weight poorly, they just mismatched the front and rear so badly the bike wasn't good for anyone. It costs literally nothing to use one spring rate over another, they just didn't care in the slightest.

[@thermobot8798]

those joker spray ons are so fucking cringe. you kinda notice that this is intended for someone with a huge ego and nothing to back it up

[@lawterian]

Their target audience would be so much bigger if they considered basic colour schemes, like full black, full white.

[@aluisious]

The first gen Super Duke was bad. I test rode it. I couldn't give a shit about a motor with such a narrow range of smooth usability. If I wanted to shift a dozen times to go anywhere, I'd get a Ninja 400.

[@Xsaster]

I dont know what's with bikers and The Joker, but it's pretty cringe.

[@scamcorp]

:0 your in south africa

[@kowalski2334]

These chicken strips say it all, transformed a good handling bike into a big mess.

[@zidisrider]

Before i even watch like and comment !

[@pasha_houston]

That is one illogical build :/ good try, but wtf

[@Szlejer]

As a 1290 SDR owner, I find this build hilariously Ali Express trashy and fugly...

[@Justdigit2]

Customizing a bike to make the ride worser. Yeah it makes sense.... yeah right.

[@timoflo369]

What are u saying? The welds are ugly as hell

[@riccicrozzie8204]

Do you mean welds?

[@timoflo369]

@riccicrozzie8204 sure

[@fifaultimatelk]

STOCK KTM for days

[@TheHandsomeSweet]

I didn't like how the ad for the camera is in several parts of the video. I understand you gotta make a living and make some money, but I watch these videos for the bikes not camera ads.

[@davidfischer7528]

Bro you borowed someone elses awesome custom bike and completely dissed it :D What a legend. Poor guy, I think this bike desserved more points than this. Certainly speed, is not just about bike, but also about you. Looks are better to in my opinion, but it is your scoreboard, so whatever. Just saying.

[@merkel2750]

That exhaust looks like dogshit😂 I’d be pissed if I paid money for that!

[@alwinreji5625]

Get a gshock

[@ChaosCauses]

That wouldn’t break as easily as an Apple Watch lol

[@deadadam666]

them jokers really cheapen it imo

[@gergosimahazi]

So it's uglier AND handles worse. Good job, I guess?

[@Roiduser38]

The chapri ultimate mobile

[@MCbanditten]

I would not want to drive a bike, with that much dryrot on the tire O.o

[@dddonuthead]

I'm all for people customising bikes but I think this looks terrible

[@gunaseger]

KTM = broke big time 😂

[@colentrix]

Batbike

[@ArchitKokate-to5hu]

chappri

[@ngvsixsix]

His front tire is bigger than my rear tire.🥲

[@mobilgin]

I do like "joker" ,brushed on the front fender ...only this it is enormous contribution to the KTM 1290 SDR performance and design futures... Personally, I feel betrayed of KTM engineering department ...how such overlooked detail is that possible to happen , specially at KTM ?! Even shed garage, in South Africa can do better, shame on you German/ Austrian engineers ! I do denounce my citizenship and ready to immigrate to South African shed garage.. It is unapologetic, how I did forget brushed " joker" at rear !!! Shame on me ....🤢

[@ParagonGarage]

The only upgrade thats is good here is the grey frame everything else that was done is lame🤦🏻🥱