2020 KTM Super Duke GT - First Impressions

[@KParc411]

I've been on VFR800s since 2007. Loved it. Switched to the 2019 GT last fall. Bigger engine, much lighter bike, oodles of features, and picked up almost 60hp more. It is a beast alright but I've put about 5k touring on both country and freeway roads. Touring is great. The heat is definitely coming off the bike. Very noticeable when temps increase to 80s, but otherwise, no complaints. I did change the windscreen to something little taller and tinted. So far, its awesome. Oh, and the TFT may have been suffering with overcast sky and/or shadows. Mine did that a little at first and they downloaded some patch and hasn't been back. PS - Enjoy the channel. Keep up the nice work

[@brogiesthemotorcyclist5408]

Hi Richy, I've had mine for 15months now and have done the NC500, a trip to the Picos and Portugal then back through France plus many other day / weekend trips. Only one thing to say about this bike - FANTASTIC.

[@stubblesocks]

Any reliability problems with your GT?

[@MrPtholt]

I've had my ktm gt for about 9 months now. No issues whatsoever reliability wise after 2k miles (winter + lock down), easily, hands down, without even thinking about it the best bike i have ever owned - and i've had quite a few! its a docile thumping commuter on the way to work with a nice sit up feel - with enough noise and road pressence to be noticed in traffic (more so with the akra end can) or you can be a tucked in apex locked in guided missile when you want to play. It really is a stunning all round bike and i can't even begin to think there is a better bike out there to tick all boxes.

[@ciangeoghegan5121]

Amazing bike! You lucky bugger to get your hands on it for a few weeks. Enjoy every minute, I’ll look forward to watching more of your reaction to the animal.

[@kevinf-b5065]

Just binge watched the entire US series, great. Love to join in with some Wildbad expeditions. I am a solo Crosstourer rider (still a VFR!), retired so time on my hands. Only problem is I live near Heathrow. Can't wait to get back on the continent, soon I hope. Happy travels.

[@RichyVida]

Thanks for watching Kevin. We’ll see ya on the Continent as soon as we can! I’m getting desperate to get away now.

[@CplBobb]

I've been watching this bike for the last couple of weeks and here you are with it! Nevermind the Honda - this is what I want to see. Ready to race!

[@ianjames3218]

What a bike, an absolute beast. Thanks for showing us its true colours. Let us know if you came tame it lol!

[@Fernando90054]

On a cloudy day like that it’s just normal that the dashboard turn on and off from day time to night time as the natural light is not always clear enough! Wet sensitive machine. She’s a sensitive beast! Everything is top level on every beat on every piece of construction care, superb design everywhere. Man, my opinion is suspicious, I simply became in love with this machine, day by day, I’ve been enjoying it more and more. And the tyres, there are critics of it but I find them a very well balanced compromise between grip and durability. That why I also find the Pirelli Angel GT’s an excellent choice to bem mounted on this bike! 🙌Nice vídeo . Thank you 🙏🏼

[@garethmayfield4014]

its amazing bit of kit. I did Austria to Manchester in one hit. 1000 miles. Best day ever playing with Audi's on the autobahn. Fuel bill made my eyes water though!!!! 9 tank fulls. Didn't feel it next day. Sign of a great bike.

[@RichyVida]

Wow that’s some bloody good going! Testament to the bike for allowing you to do that distance!

[@chrismurray3198]

I did a test ride on the 1290r absolute beast of a bike. You are right it definitely pulls your arms off.

[@LambChopRides]

BEAST!!

[@shiftyblake3038]

Lamb Chop Rides that’s no way to describe Richy haha!!

[@davidcrilley2171]

Hi Richy, great video again. Regarding the "Q" on the speed limit signs, it started some time ago and for some reason has been taking off recently. It's to do with them being "unreadable" and people think that you can't be prosecuted for speeding because the sign was unreadable....... Nice try........ Just finished watching the Wild Atlantic Way videos. Brilliant. I've got to get out there soon. Cheers, Dave C.

[@RichyVida]

Thanks for that! Been doing my head in for ages!

[@cport955]

The standard seat is very hard over a long distance which what is on that bike. Heated ergo seats are an extra. The only other issue is that it will eat through the rear tyre in no time at all.

[@RichyVida]

I’m sure it would having that much muscle coming through it.

[@cport955]

RichyVida 5.5k front and 3.5k rear on the oem Angel GT

[@williamjoemccarthy]

I love mine. Have had a few missiles over the years but nothing has held a candle to this. She's a keeper. Get the chequebook out Richy!

[@markherring7523]

Far better than the 2018 version, I’ve had both and still got the 2021 version smoother and more refined around town, braking in corners is fantastic, seat a bit hard is the only fault, power is strong above 4 thousand 6 gear forget below 90 mph, around town 2 nd gear is all you need. And yes you can set the left hand toggle switch to straight into heated handle bars easily via the favourite setting

[@Brad-RB]

As I was watching this it made me wonder if KTM has plans to make an 890 Duke GT? A little brother to this beast.

[@billyspencer-kidd3353]

Enjoyed that .Thank you can not wait for more. Really like the bike

[@highlandriders9696]

Turning circle seems quite sportsbike like. The finish and accessories seem excellent. Potentially power mode 2 or B is more of an everyday rider mode.

[@Dombennezon]

😂 screen going black ... nearly fell off me chair. Another great vid Richy thanks.👍

[@bearnecessity4627]

Looked like it went blank. Glitch/error? or was it supposed to do that??

[@marklock1238]

Watching Lambchops review his screen cut out as well although he either didn’t notice it or didn’t mention it. That would be a deal breaker for me

[@battsonbikes1919]

Everyone seems to be reviewing this bike in the last week, Teapot One Lamb Chops and now you. KTM must have a push on hahaha. Great review Richy, had a sneaky suspicion you would like it. I would never get one, to scary for me atm. I would either loose my license or worse. Do you really need alllll that power, of course! Could i control all that power ,,, doubt it.

[@RichyVida]

I think I'm the only one on the GT ;-)

[@Pmason718]

The other guys did do a review on the GT but it’s older than this video.

[@robtno1]

Pick up mine on Thursday, I had a GS rally think I peaked to early on the GS, I’m use to an S1000rr so this will be very welcome !

[@RichyVida]

Wow. Congrats! Keep me posted! Lucky boy

[@motostroller]

I have a 2017 Super Duke GT. It's feckin' awesome. Full stop.

[@garethcouhig6055]

We’ll timed to come on line just sitting down with a cup of tea .Ready to watch.Manxman

[@Moxyator]

Good review. Thinking of a more upright ride myself lately but never considered a Adventure type.

[@allanhickey2190]

Just finished a southern African trip..from the ice warning coming on the dash. To extreme heat ...the bike was a pleasure..15000ks now ..stuff starting to conk out ...from electric petrol cap..to fork seals...to sticking in low power modes...agents scratching there heads..going back to the shop on Tuesday.

[@RichyVida]

Oh dear? Hope it’s not serious. You mind keeping me posted about it? I’d appreciate that 👍

[@richardstratford6013]

Hah! Everything I wanted to hear, Richy. Been gorging on vlogs on this bike and no-one has mentioned the girthy girthiness! So I’ve learned something new 👍😎

[@tattydad]

Sounds a awesome bike rich thought my old blackbird was quick but this sounds a real handful

[@captainwin6333]

The speed sign thing might be for cameras on cars reading signs.

[@barryjmarling]

Love the comment about the clocks going blank,made me laugh,funny when it does blank it expands. Stay safe fella and keep that licence clean.🤣

[@RichyVida]

Cheers Barry 👍

[@michaelharris9243]

Had mine 3 years- love it does it all - toured on it with the wife but with full luggage and a pillion it can be a bit top heavy - showed at the tt trying to do 3 point turns on steep hills as it’s a long way down and a heavy bike. had to put a back box on as the wife couldn’t hold on 😳got mine 5 grand off so got all the extras. Hell of a bike - best bike I’ve had in 40 years- cruise tour pootle go mental does it all easily. Get one!!!!!

[@kidda74]

Had my 2018 model a couple of months, loving it so far! Enjoy 😁👍🏻

[@markrichards8806]

Great vid as always. I’ve got this bike, had it for a cpl of months and love it more and more, the power is awesome. You’ll find a bit of pressure on the wrists and the heated seats are an extra although they’re on your menu. Other than that can’t fault it!

[@kolejustin9765]

InstaBlaster

[@arabianjules]

love it in black, didnt know it had turn by turn! thats good, been looking at BMWs, price is scary though...great review, look forward to more..

[@antonoat]

Never thought I’d hear you say”it’s too quick”, lol ride safe mate and don’t loose your licence!!!

[@stephenalbert9576]

Had the first version. Same engine but a bit much to ride. Very high gearing. Hardly got to use 6th as impossible to stay in speed restrictions. Cruise control on the right so I had to use left hand to turn it on. Not happy with it so sold. Sounds like they have now made it more rideable. Good vid cheers mate

[@MrAlmar07]

Nice wee video Richy. That bike sounds like the lad your folks told you to stay away from when growing up.. The nutter, hooligan, up for anything type!! Hah. I'd love to see you take it to the twistys of the Picos though!! Happy Fathers day to you mate. Awrabesht. 😉👍

[@lynsmith1096]

Good first look video Richy.

[@BeardedBMW]

Definitely need to try one of these animals , great vid as always 🤘🤘👍

[@andyrawlings5369]

looks well rich been a 1290 v twin loads of low down grunt would have to have ago on .Is it as good as the viffer as a all round bike only time will tell with your testing enjoy yourself and watch your speed don't get caught speeding !! ride safe .

[@p1lts1]

My GS sometimes exhibits that TFT software glitch too! Strange. 😂

[@RichyVida]

Oh really? Not just a KTM issue then!

[@shiftyblake3038]

PILTS only ever seen that glitch on a GS on a long straight bit of road!

[@p1lts1]

@@shiftyblake3038 😁

[@kevinwestwood6668]

When I sat on one these, it ride position was like a dirt bike, very comfortable.

[@lovegar]

Just saw the reg on your test bike and realised i just bought that very same bike yesterday as an ex demo press test bike. It now has the Akra on it

[@RichyVida]

Oh you lucky man! I LOVED that bike! Ace that this actual bike is now yours! Send some pics; [e-mail]

[@lovegar]

@@RichyVida will do Richy 👍

[@mickyflakes]

Want this bike next...why did you say the screen kept blacking out?..

[@t2rew]

I've had mine a year now. I love it but if you want some negatives, the seat is uncomfortable. The phone holder needs a lifter to retrieve the phone and when the sun is going down there seems to be a period where the headlight doesn't work. When it's dark the headlight shines bright but in that not that dark part of sun set they are useless. I'm booked for brands hatch 27th july if you want to see how good they are on track 👍

[@WheelsNotHeels]

Super nice!!! Love that tft screen!

[@danwild1175]

I love that bike! Great video!

[@nigellongden351]

The thing with this bike you can take it on the track, to the shops and mile munch on tour. Huge 23 litre tank good for 220 mile range, what can I say, just in love with mine She's a keeper Mr V

[@RichyVida]

It is in a different league!

[@russellsprout2223]

Great review as always, Richy. Your resolve to stick with the VFR must be weakening. Stay safe fella. Atb

[@pistolpete6321]

Brilliant review!

[@darrenwardle8828]

Another realy great, entertaining video mate. Ive not heard you so smitten with a bike since your silver lady mr Vida 😂. Sounds like you like it more then the africa twin????? Or do you still prefer the Honda?? Ride safe and thanks again for your great vids.

[@CJR-89]

‘Girthy’, ‘throbbin’....got something on your mind Richy? 😂 Brilliant vid mate and the bike sounds amazing.

[@CJR-89]

P.s. had me laughing at the Kate comment 😂

[@raluxgaza]

It is kicking up a lot of heat, that my son is from the rear cylinder :P

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

Like you said, I’ve got to an age my wrists and back forced me away from sports bikes. Looking for a replacement just now for my FJR so the upright seating and the power sounds like it might “be the one” would like to see the luggage as I do a bit of Europe touring 👍. Great as ever Richy.

[@RichyVida]

Yeah, gutted I couldn’t have the luggage as wanted to show it in ‘full-on touring mode’

[@bobhill2057]

You should take one out for the day. I replaced my '08 FJR with a '19 GT, it's an AWESOME bike. I'm giggling all the time now. It is an ANGRY Breast.... But it does tour well too...just amazing

[@simonrobinson7536]

Now this was the bike I thought you would be on last week not the Africa twin, now your talking I knew you would like the GT. I’ve got he 2017 model basically the same engine but not the fancy dash. You can ride it sedately but you have power on tap when needed, and yes the engine does chuck some heat out. Think they must of changed the gearing because mine needs to be doing 85+ in sixth to be smooth 70 on the slab needs 5th. Enjoy the experience it’s addictive. 👍

[@jonelvidge9191]

Wish I’d bought this instead of the 1250GS last year, got sidetracked though when I swapped the GS for my R9t urban

[@Roy_Godiksen]

I would love to see you test the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX, as it is a great sport tourer and has less forward lean then your VFR800, so you may find it a better "older man tourer" for when you get older. More power too😁.

[@JDevlinAccySide]

Clock keeps going off 😆 funny guy. Beast of a bike. Keep up the Brilliant Vids ✌

[@LickyDischarge]

The problem I’ve found with really fast bikes is that you spend more time holding it back than properly enjoying it.

[@RichyVida]

My thoughts exactly. We'll see over the next couple week..

[@MrPtholt]

@@RichyVida The speed is directly relational to how much ou twist i find, if you dont cane it you don't need to hang on. Once your over the intiial new period you can just calm down and ride normally hehe

[@stevewright147]

@@MrPtholt Still waiting😎

[@motorbiketoureruk]

It’s a great bike, proper weapon that’s all day comfy

[@jofr4]

6:06 the colour changed automatically, how? I thought the dark version was only for the night .

[@RichyVida]

The screen, you mean? It changes based on ambient light.

[@Hemlck]

The heat is from the rear cylinder..noticed with all 1290 KTM’s.

[@RichyVida]

Maybe hard work in hot climates?

[@darrenstadames]

Great video Rich, thank you. 😀 As a fan of you guys on the UK vlogging scene and a lifelong want-to-be-biker, I am curious. After you all get over that heady feeling of outright beastlyness of the power with the bike, is this and the likes of the Ducati V4S a case for having too much power and therefore, a license risking bike? Could you really live with it over your current bikes? I hope to be able to scrimp and save a few pennies to try and go for my CBT and then full license next year for my 50th, (mother begged me never to ride a bike, but am thinking/hoping at 50 she might relax a little) and I love the idea of the 100bhp tourers like the Honda VFR800X Crossrunner (loved your review of it against the 1200 Crosstourer), or maybve the Ducati 950 multistrada. These beasts just look like a license risk too far, or for the likes of myself an accident prescription ready for collection. Hahahaaa. Really interested to hear everyones views on the subject. Thank you again.

[@RichyVida]

You're right. It really is too powerful for it's own good. It is incredible in every single way. But yes, you would have to be very careful on it.

[@peterreeve8663]

Love your " accident prescription waiting to be collected" comment. IMHO just a bit too quick for me.

[@stevesherlockrides]

Went for a test ride of this bike a few days ago and love it. Seriously thinking of buying one. Now a couple of weeks have passed do you feel the same about it as you did and any thoughts before i commit? Thanks in advance

[@RichyVida]

GO FOR IT!!!

[@willhoult]

Great vid, that ktm doesn't want to hang around nice bike

[@n13ldo]

How vibratory is this compared to your VFR? I'm thinking about a bike change from a VFR1200F to either a 2020 Africa Twin AS or one of these, but haven't test driven them yet.

[@RichyVida]

Not vibey at all.

[@marklock1238]

Just rewatched Choppy’s review… apologies to Choppy. No screen issue in his review. I can’t find the other video where the screen cuts in and out… might have been a German review….

[@grim6107]

I loved the adventure S i rode in Jordan... what do u prefer ?? to early to say ??

[@RichyVida]

A bit too early, but at the moment, definitely this. Comfy, solid, light, fancy.... 👍👍

[@IanTed]

From a comfort point of view would a GSA rider find it uncomfortable? I know you’ve ridden a GS, just that I may be tempted next time😳

[@RichyVida]

It’s a very comfy bike!

[@chrisk3488]

I'm a bit worried about that rev counter turning red....... hope you weren't supposed to be running it in :0

[@marklock1238]

What was the outcome of the TFT? Internet forums seem to indicate problems. So much for quality hey?

[@RichyVida]

Did I have screen issues? I can’t remember that?

[@mikewatson361]

Hey Richy👋 as you like the VFR riding position so much and you rarely go off road( excluding America🤪 ) try and have a ride on the BMW R1250RS, I liked it so much on Friday I ordered a new one 👍🙏

[@RichyVida]

Congrats! I'll look out for one ;-)

[@sweebeyh4327]

Seriously thinking of swapping my H2 SX for one of these.

[@nigellongden351]

I did No regrets, just a bit wide smile

[@justsaying9483]

Was wondering why the screen kept going off. Then I realized

[@bearnecessity4627]

Is it supposed to go off?

[@justsaying9483]

@@bearnecessity4627 I’m thinking it goes off every time he goes over the speed limit...I think

[@shiftyblake3038]

Why do people give videos a thumbs down? If it’s not your thing don’t watch it! Or is it LChops et al jealousy! Looks like a step up for KTM from big plastic to quality.

[@markkennedy2521]

Seriously looking at one of these!!

[@Banditmanuk]

Really like the look of this and the standard Super Duke. I do hear quite a few stories about reliability which do concern me. Perhaps a few long term higher mileage owners need to convince me it's worth trading my super reliable Yamaha MT10 for one.

[@mrq79]

36k miles on mine. No problems apart from busted clutch slave at 35k miles. 👍

[@mrsuperduke6684]

A possable replacement for the vfr??....great vid Richy👍👍

[@randomcol1378]

Nah Richy would rather lose his nuts than his Vfr

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You definitely need to ride it harder!😜 absolutely love mine

[@RichyVida]

HARDER?! Jesus!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

She needs the abuse😂 and comes alive

[@RichyVida]

Stunning bike, tho! Totally agree with you 🙌

[@budda10r]

Who doesn't like this🤷‍♂️ I will have one of these one day. Great video Richy✊✊✊💨💨💨

[@davidbadham3712]

Shittin’ Nora🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Welcome to our world Richy👌

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

Obviously a KTM recall for defective TFT screen, oh well at least it seems to operate up to the legal limits 😂😂😂😂

[@DaveDayve]

The screen changed from white to black as a night mode. It does that when light gets poor so at dusk or very cloudy weather it'll change to and fro in 30 second intervals

[@tonyd7675]

Hi Rich,Did the sat nav instructions go off on there own,or did you reach your destination l sometimes loose connection on mine?

[@RichyVida]

I didn't actually reach my destination, as only wanted to test it's functionality. I wanted to cancel / end navigation while on the move, through the screen, but couldn't seem to do it. I had to pull up and cancel on my phone. Is it possible to cancel through the switchgear?

[@tonyd7675]

Short answer is no, all you can do on the bars is to turn navigation off in The My Ride app which stops display on dash,but navigation continues on mobile .

[@davidcarroll1152]

You Need to meet up with Bruce ,play swappies and tell us your views on each of the bikes...

[@RichyVida]

I've got the R coming in a few weeks ;-) I'm not going to watch anyone's video on it, as I like to make my own mind up!

[@andrewrennie7611]

Hi Richie how you doing mate, I knew you would live this bike.iv got the very same bike but in the black and orange.i love it. The only thing I’m not keen on is the my ride app. It’s ok when used on its own , but soon as you start hooking other things up to it ie your phone satnav ext it tends to go tits up. It’s like a bully app and needs to be in control of every other device even when you don’t want it to be.im sure you will discover this for yourself over the next to weeks.in the end I just disconnected the app and used my phone as per normal

[@RichyVida]

Thanks for that, Andrew. I'll keep my eye on it

[@jonathandorward]

KTM will be in the Dark Dark side ( Hell ) looks a beast of a Machine.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cpuuk]

vibey or smooth at cruising speeds- where can you feel it?

[@RichyVida]

Can't say I noticed any vibes - at all. Back out on it soon, so will keep an eye out for ya!

[@alpinab14]

Can I please ask the gt owners what they think of the quality ? The reliability ? And most importantly the high speed handling and stability especially with luggage ? Thanks in advance

[@RichyVida]

Handling is awesome, no question. I’ll let the owners answer the rest 👍

[@alpinab14]

@@RichyVida awesome thanks for the reply ritch , for next year its either bmw k1300s one of the special edition ones or a mk1 ktm superduke gt , mt10 sp out of the budget for now

[@SmokinBob]

Beautiful looking machine

[@ollierai2198]

fantastic bike, the piggy bank is going to be broken for me this year i thinks

[@herguth]

It has a autoblipper as well.😉

[@zzrrf]

What a Beauty of a Bike Richy, dont tell the VFR Haaaa

[@timmy7217]

Ehup mate, are you from Chestetfield/Sheffield area?

[@RichyVida]

Not far ;-)

[@timmy7217]

Hahaha! Cool, great place to have a bike. Peak District on the doorstep. I'm up over top end of Sheffield so Woodhead & Snakepass near by for me too. The KTM looks like a bike n half mate!

[@RichyVida]

Oh yeah that area is just perfect, eh? 👍👍

[@timmy7217]

It's pretty cool. Nice roads within 5 minutes 👌

[@Bikerbug2020]

You and Chops need to get together for a Sister Ride on 1290’s

[@gsd32i]

Once the dust settles .....and you’ve had time to sleep on it ....... would you buy one ?

[@RichyVida]

Quite possibly, yes. It is incredible in every way. Oh, and tonight I found "Track Mode" Jeeeeeeeeeeeesus!

[@guystevens162]

Wow looks nice that. Sounds a beast too. Oh and the dashboard lol hope KTM can fix it lol ha ha 😄🤭😄

[@teneretraveller8980]

Yes.

[@BullyBonanza]

Yes Richy, love this bike mate been waiting for you, chopsy or tmf to get hands on with one. Btw shitin nora 😂😂😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Too ugly for me to ride!

[@BullyBonanza]

@@TheMissendenFlyer ahhh you got no style mr tmf 😂

[@stevewright147]

@@TheMissendenFlyer said the fellow on a GS😂

[@kevinagius650]

great video Rich ask teapot what he thinks of the r I did and he told me

[@RichyVida]

I've got one coming straight after this in a few weeks, so I'll not view anything about it. Like to make my own mind up

[@BRICKWEAVE]

4 Things wrong with this bike. 1.Your license will be gone within a couple of months. 2. Try riding a KTM on a hot day and sitting at traffic lights its like sitting on a BBQ. 3. The seats are as hard as rock. 4. They ain't that pretty. But they do put a huge smile on your face and scare you whit less if that's your thing.