KTM Duke 790 Review 2019

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TommyBarnezTV

TommyBarnezTV

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@chrisk3754
@chrisk3754 Жыл бұрын
I just got a 2020-790 Duke with very little kms. It is great. Light and it is very nice around corners. I agree that this is a really quick and impressive type bike. I am very happy as I understand that all bikes cater to one area, but it is hard to get a bike that is all things to all people. This bike suits me perfectly. Happy riding and thanks for the video.
@murr2k2
@murr2k2 5 жыл бұрын
Single indicator makes perfect sense to me! As an engineer, I would design it this way. One place to look instead of two, to see if your indicators are on. It's up to you to remember if you've indicated left or indicated right. This cuts the glance time in half! =)
@steamixion
@steamixion 3 жыл бұрын
Old BMW 3 button system for people without telescopic thumbs. Could easily indicate or cancel while using clutch and/or brake.
@1990-t1j
@1990-t1j 3 жыл бұрын
@@steamixion That is my favourite system.
@blitzestridge1831
@blitzestridge1831 4 жыл бұрын
I own a 790 duke and love the bike. Like you mentioned the riding position is great. You are more up right. I can ride all day long this way. I' m 5 ft 9 and this is a great mid size bike. best all around bike to ride.
@mark3863
@mark3863 5 жыл бұрын
You obviously didn’t know that it has a quick shifter up and down and is absolutely superb.
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
😂 you're absolutely right! I had no idea! Obviously didnt test it out so thanks for your feedback on it
@1990-t1j
@1990-t1j 3 жыл бұрын
I am watching this because yesterday I was in a new KTM shop getting my Duke 390 rear brake fluid changed. A number of these, probably 2020s, were in: zero miles. It's got me thinking. This is in Southeast Asia, so maybe too fast for here. My 390 is pretty brisk. The engine on the 790 is stunning visually. The indicator set-up is the same on my 390. I don't think it matters. Useful review.
@aleloAT
@aleloAT 5 жыл бұрын
the indicator light is normal - on the sub 1290 they only have 1 light for it (unlike the SDR) so it just shows you that you got them on, but not which and the sub 1290s dont have hazard lights anyway (unless you use the alarm system which allows you to put them on with a tripple press on the alarm fob
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Im sure something youd just get used to however hadn't come across it before so threw me a bit
@alq1967
@alq1967 4 жыл бұрын
Love the KTM, since the 80's. They come from enduro and motocross, which explains ergonomics and handling. Engines are superb. I have a 250 2stroke and I would love a duke 790. Used to have a super Duke, too scary for me.
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын
I've just taken out the Super Adventure S... absolutely awesome piece of kit. Review will be up in a few weeks
@alq1967
@alq1967 4 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV great. Looking forward to the video. Amazing bikes all round. Enjoy!
@1990-t1j
@1990-t1j 3 жыл бұрын
I had a 950 Adventure in the mid-00s and now have a Duke 390. Great engines.
@krausriggentropp1970
@krausriggentropp1970 2 жыл бұрын
Thinking of trading in my 990 Superduke -08 for one, good idea?
@tgk94
@tgk94 4 жыл бұрын
I bought it and it is awesome
@darrenrichards8031
@darrenrichards8031 Жыл бұрын
I brought one second hand last month and love it came with akroprovic pipe and tail tidy I fitted a small screen and it's happy days fast as fuck I,ve got a BMW gs 1150 it makes that feel really slow and it not
@chb1603
@chb1603 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, a good review of an Austrian bike! And as an Austrian patriot I have to say: I also don't really like the style... :-) Maybe the KTM "Adventure" I would accept in my 20 bikes Garage, but the Duke series is not mine… (although I'm sure quality of the bikes and riding fun is on a high level - to be at least a little bit patriotic..) - Have a nice Weekend!
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Haha garage is up to 20 now eh? I'm gonna try more of the ktm range out, next on the list is the super duke 1290 r which I'm pretty excited about after trying this. Looks have grown on me a bit since riding it. Have a ride of one if you get the chance, it's very fun
@theresonly1truth138
@theresonly1truth138 5 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV make sure you express vocally your reaction when you give it the beans on the Super Duke
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
@@theresonly1truth138 yeah I tend to get pretty vocal on bikes like that, mic is often distorted with the noise. The mt10 I took out actually made me dribble 😂
@razorrabbit2789
@razorrabbit2789 3 жыл бұрын
The Insect face is uniqe. Like it. Everybody knows here comes someone ready to race. And yes - there may be some expectations concerning your riding style.
@caffeinful
@caffeinful 5 жыл бұрын
Great vid, subbed. If you were choosing between this and the Yamaha MT09, which would you consider better?
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Very hard to say which is better as I think so much is down to preference. If I compare my test rides on both then i remember the duke having more impact, however the mt09 was tested on the same day I tested the mt10 which would have clouded the image of it slightly. I'd say ride em both, a clear winner for you will be clear then
@Michael-y2x7o
@Michael-y2x7o 5 жыл бұрын
Having ridden both of those bikes back to back at COTA this year, I would always choose the KTM 790 over the MT09 any day, and that's coming from a fan of triples and Yamaha.
@caffeinful
@caffeinful 5 жыл бұрын
Hmmm sound advice, thanks for the replies. I have ridden both. It seems the fit and finish (everything from exposed wiring to bolts) seems to be better on the KTM. I do like the cast aluminium frame of the MT09. Handlebar switches on the KTM are more premium. Engines...I would say very different but to me the MT09 feels quicker. Filtering (a large part of my daily commute), I would give to the KTM. Yamaha is wider, at the bars and annoyingly the engine (right hand side-this sticks out a lot and sometimes get in the way of my leg. Also when putting the right foot down I have to spread it further from the bike due to its width), and the damn indicators. Turning circle on KTM is better, Yamaha is still good though compared to other bikes I have ridden. Fuel economy, I’m certain the KTM is better. Insurance, Yamaha is a little cheaper. Cost of upkeep, I’m certain the Yamaha is cheaper, oil used, filter costs, service costs. Engine temp in traffic on a hot day, this surprised me having owned a 690 duke, but the KTM managed its temps better! I know right!? Seating position, I think the Yamaha was slightly more comfortable (more upright). Cost is roughly the same when shopping around. Only concern now is reliability of the KTM...?
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
@@caffeinful seems like you've given them both good tests and evaluations!
@boormoboormo9701
@boormoboormo9701 5 жыл бұрын
The Dukes of Hazzard lights
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Nice 😂
@Frag1ty
@Frag1ty 5 жыл бұрын
had the same on my testride regarding the indicators. Threw me off too.
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Haha yeah was really odd as first time I'd come across it. Have seen on other bikes since then
@shaxmarax6716
@shaxmarax6716 5 жыл бұрын
I do like a KTM looks wise with that style seat - might try one out once I do my training / direct access
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah worth having a go on one, a very good bike
@darrenrichards8031
@darrenrichards8031 Жыл бұрын
If you're planning as a first big bike it is f,,ING fast it does have a lot of safety aids tho,,try a mt07 ktm is as fast as a mt09
@davewestsk8
@davewestsk8 Жыл бұрын
i have a 390 duke awesome fun bike but 790 is the obvious next step.
@MrTrek164
@MrTrek164 5 жыл бұрын
I own one and it's brilliant
@fingerscrossed2317
@fingerscrossed2317 5 жыл бұрын
Hi, can you compare IT to a Hornet 600. IT seems Also a good bike for Highway riding ? because good windprotection for a naked.. Greetz Alexander
@MrTrek164
@MrTrek164 5 жыл бұрын
FinGeRs CroSseD I've had an old hornet and it was a good bike in its day with a great 4 cylinder motor but lacked character '.The 790 is far better in every aspect and has all the electronics you'll ever need .I use mine 2 up with luggage and a top box and have done some motorway trips on it with no problems at all combined with great economy even when thrashing about . 60 + mpg is the norm .I fitted a screen for touring and that works great and allows 90 mph + cruising without ripping my head off ,but even without the screen 80mph is know issue .
@Snotroggel453
@Snotroggel453 3 жыл бұрын
Has the bike been reliable after a year? Any leaks, electronic faults happened?
@karlbuttler
@karlbuttler 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, well i think i know what my next Bike will be, where are you? that looks like a Beautiful place to visit.....
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate, my test route is round different parts of kent UK. Lots of lovely roads around here
@benjamincs1
@benjamincs1 5 жыл бұрын
How does the legroom compare to an SV650? The SV hurt my knees... Thanks for the review!
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried an SV650 so difficult to compare like for like however my inside leg is about 33inch and I felt there was loads of room. I think your knee will be bent at a more comfortable angle too so I would guess you will be fine... unless you're some freakishly tall giant :D
@benjamincs1
@benjamincs1 5 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV Thanks. I couldn't hack the SV so ride a V Strom 1000, it's great, comfy but too heavy. The KTM looks great but could be cramped.
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
@@benjamincs1 ah nice, my daily is the v Strom 650 :) seating position felt very similar to my bike.
@benjamincs1
@benjamincs1 5 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV Ah cool. Thank you
@Jellywobble89
@Jellywobble89 5 жыл бұрын
i saw you was using the clutch a lot, did this one not have the quick shifter up and down ?
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
I think it actually did have a quick shifter however I was a moron and didnt realise 😂
@ToddHendry
@ToddHendry 5 жыл бұрын
Because you’ve ridden the Street triple RS, as a daily ride what would you Rather?
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Ooh really hard question actually. Would depend entirely on the riding. Personally I'm in and out of traffic, lots of filtering which I would prefer the more upright seating position of the duke more. However if my daily riding was more open road twisties then the triple RS would probably get it. Both great bikes, ride em both and see which one feels more right to you.
@HePants
@HePants 4 жыл бұрын
nice video... how tall are u ? im 6ft3 and perhaps im slightly too tall for this beauty thanks and keep u the great work !!
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 4 жыл бұрын
6ft. You might be OK, give it a go
@RealOrbit-Australia
@RealOrbit-Australia 5 жыл бұрын
The indicators! Lol. Why so stumped? The flash like hazards and you look at the switch. If it's on the left the left indicator is on...if it's on the right then it's the right one! That's it! Probably haven't been on many Dukes before this one!
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Haha yeah first time on one! didn't realise the light changes side depending on which way you're indicating.
@RealOrbit-Australia
@RealOrbit-Australia 5 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV Noo! The light is still a hazard light but the actual switch (the button) will be on the left or the right. You look which way or feel which way it's facing! Lol. Good video mate
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
@@RealOrbit-Australia lol that's what I thought originally 😂 what happens if you've got your hazard lights on then? Any difference in lights on the dash to signify?
@pufifa
@pufifa 5 жыл бұрын
Which one would you chose if you'd have to.... 790Duke or MT09? :)
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Duke 790... MT09 was fine but the bike just didnt stand out for me. Though that might have been because I tested a street triple rs before it and then the MT10 after it. Worth riding them both, seeing which fits for you.
@pufifa
@pufifa 5 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV subbed to you, thanks for replying!! Yeah will have to opt for some test rides. Thx again, appreciated, already looking forward new videos!
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
@@pufifa thanks! More coming, just trying to get quicker at the editing 😎
@_andre_super_6645
@_andre_super_6645 3 жыл бұрын
Do you think it is A2 bike?
@1990-t1j
@1990-t1j 3 жыл бұрын
It isn't.
@NapoleonDeanomight
@NapoleonDeanomight 5 жыл бұрын
The last bit made me laugh. Ooooh
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked 😂
@notoriousgib
@notoriousgib 5 жыл бұрын
the indicator lights displays left and right arrows when indicating... Get over it lol
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Lol, still dont like it 😂
@doctorhelicopter
@doctorhelicopter 4 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBarnezTV You havnt ridden many old bikes obviously, or driven many trucks
@5678-c5n
@5678-c5n 5 жыл бұрын
Having a little trouble with your gears at the end there? 🤣
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
Thought I'd leave it in for the comedy value 😄
@paultanton4307
@paultanton4307 5 жыл бұрын
Mmm,if I was in the market for a new bike now my Heart would say this KTM790,my Head would say Honda CB650R,but my Wallet might steer me towards the Suzuki SV650X.
@TommyBarnezTV
@TommyBarnezTV 5 жыл бұрын
All good choices, worthwhile testing them all and seeing which one fits. I've not tried the sv650x but I hear good things about it
@alexv5581
@alexv5581 5 жыл бұрын
What difference it would make. Obviously you are in the market for 8k-9k price range. So you have the money, choose the one you like the most.
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