The 2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R after one week of ownership

[@Juuul89]

British motovloggers after 1 week: FIRST IMPRESSIONS VIDEO! American motovloggers after 1 ride: FULL BIKE REVIEW!

[@HunterS1000]

@Malcolm Reynolds Also Amaricados riders usualy suffer more accidents due to their behavior on the road... just sayin bro

[@stephen5665]

'Murica!!!

[@peterhird3542]

Hi Likeable, You can thank Andy Man Cam for me finding your channel 👍. Love the Beast🏍. Really nice footage and clear audio. Great having two camera angles, tells a better story for the viewers. The music interlude suited the scene perfectly and I loved your transitions with the beat of the music...nice touch. Thanks for all your editing and posting for your channel. I’ll never underestimate the hard work involved. Looking forward to future videos. Cheers.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I shall thank him personally in a couple weeks😜 thank you very much for your kind comments #bestsubscribers

[@mcvincnt]

I came over from Andy’s channel as well. I noticed one of his new stickers on your helmet. Looking forward to you guys working together again. Maybe a tour video when things are less crazy?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi I'm meeting up with Andy again in a couple weeks, for a weekends riding. A bigger tour with him would be great✌😜

[@peterhird3542]

That sounds awesome 👍🎥🏍🏍. You both are christening new bikes, so there’s no better time to network your channels and maximise your audience. Combined footage, dual vlog...it’s a match made in heaven...(so to speak 😂) Onwards and upwards to bigger and better adventures on board your new steed.

[@NVK85]

I'm so used to watch motovlogs of English men, that at some point i wondered why you ride the opposite side of the road. Only in a few seconds i realized that you are in Germany))))

[@stephenalbert9576]

Nice mate. I think the channel has come on my leaps and bounds. I look for your latest video first. Keep them coming please.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you Stephen✌😜

[@RRSmurf]

Sold my '07 Superduke back in '13.... Really need to do something to sort out one of these!

[@Radio_180]

Could you do a video comparing the 1290 GT to the 1290 R? I’m in the market for a 1290 GT coming from a 790 but this video sparked an interest for the 1290 R...

[@sashankg7367]

Your audio is so clear!! Really like the angle at which you've mounted the handlebar GoPro

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks!

[@TT_STUIE]

Used to love nakeds. Like a blank canvas, you can make a difference to the looks. Looking forward to you putting it on track. Nice vid as per 👌👊✊

[@thelikeablerider8800]

She'll be a delight on track for sure!

[@russelllocke7180]

Great to see a fella chuffed with their machine. Pleased for you Shaun. 👍🏍🇦🇺

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The new bike feeling is always amazing, but this is on another level✌😜

[@warrenphillips3990]

Hi Likeable, Waz from Australia here. Thanks for all your efforts in presenting & describing the new SDR V3. I currently own a 2017 SDR V2 model which has been a great machine, yet with all the +ve press about the V3 machine, I am considering upgrading to the new model, depending on what I learn from guys like yourself who have also owned the GT model as well and have taken the plunge. I am especially interested with all the extras you have planned for it as well. I have just subscribed and you have definitely got my ongoing attention. Safe riding dude!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Glad you came across to the channel! It'll get bike of the year for sure😜✌

[@Newmanicus]

I get my 22 plate evo on Monday only 99 miles on clock, mines orange with silver tank, all colours so sweet though ❤

[@kevinsdb1]

Can't wait until you put on your new exhaust. Then you'll really hear the low roar of that super duke

[@thelikeablerider8800]

This new is is slightly quieter than the previous gen Duke R and GT, and the banging and crashing has gone when off the throttle. Still sounds good though!

[@Kurlach]

On my list for second bike, but I’m waiting for the 2021 S1000R 🤔

[@germanwoodworker2621]

same i have a2 now and the new f900r but when i buy my next bike its gonna be the s1000r the new one looks so nice.

[@TheMacki95]

buy the new mt 10 instead!

[@pjbaddict]

Had mine 3 weeks, run it in over the first weekend in the Welsh mountains. So far I would say it’s up there as the best all round bike I’ve owned... and I’ve owned a few 😄. I went with the KTM luggage, bags, etc they are perfectly shaped and fitted for the bike

[@werner861]

Just found your video. Love the bike, i been thinking the new 1290 or the Duc 950sp. I like how you describe the bike and keeping it down to earth. Just scored yourself a new sub from down under!.. Now to see what your other content is about. Love the GT but I'm thinking the the new 1290 is the way to go! cheers! please keep the vids on this bike coming.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hey Chris Thanks for jumping on board!

[@GameWinner85]

Just ordered mine in black, maybe they deliver in 2 weeks... I cant wait to see what the beast it is.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Awesome! Congrats👍😜

[@adil_anwer]

What a great setup on a motorcycle. I fell in love with that setup and with the bike obviously. ❤️

[@standoutbizpeter]

Good stuff. Latest 2020 GT has similar massive improvements compared with 2016 model. Glad you're loving it

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I didn't find the new GT as dialed in as the new R, still great mind. The 2021 GT will be worth a look, as itll be getting all the R's goodies.

[@robtno1]

TheLikeableRider Oh I thought the GT had more on it than the R semi active suspension for instance tft screen , the mapping is different so what will the new 21 GT have on it ?

[@superduper9357]

Beautiful and amazing machine but I'll take the 790! All the naked you'll ever need without the grim reaper constantly riding pillion with you.

[@lolderdelol]

There is 0 reason to buy the superduke over a GT if you don't wheelie it. This is a VERY popular bike and with reason, it is a beast. Unfortunately waaaay to many people buy it. This bike is made for 1 purpose, front wheel up, full throttle. Too many people drive it like a normal bike, it's not made for that and it makes that clear in every gear, it wants to go up.

[@sjg6074]

Glad you’re meeting up with AMC again soon, great double act when you’re together. Loving the bike as well, it’s my fav naked.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yes we're meeting up again on the 7th August for a long weekends blart about Germany✌😜

[@sjg6074]

Two boys on their brand new toys! Both having had their initial service, so full beans can be applied! If you’re with AMC, it’s bound to piss down 😆

[@paulpartridge2674]

I think I am as excited as you about the new bike and the vlogs to come , great stuff Shaun 👏

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you Paul, the new bike feeling is the best, and this is way up there✌😜

[@ronferguson1280]

A nice start to the new bike, loking forward to more vidio custom work.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You're not the only one👍😜

[@CraigShawCraigShaw]

Love your honesty, man! 😂 I've been looking at underslung bar end mirrors thinking, 'How the hell could you possibly see anything like that?' Mystery solved, you can't! Beaut bike, mate! Well done 👌🤘

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Looks cool but really isn't usable🤦‍♂️

[@Englishbikerdan]

Picked one up from KTM UK today. Absolutely bonkers machine! Lovely colours on yours. 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I like bonkers✌😜

[@CrazyWomanonaMission]

Now you know what I‘m talking about ... great video as always... looking forward to romping around with you guys 😃

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Most definitely✌😎

[@HunterS1000]

I just subbed to you. Awesome channel, came here cause the SW-Motech Tank bags for my S1000R and liked a lot your content. Best Regards.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hey! Glad you like my content, thanks for joining✌😜

[@lynsmith1096]

Good video Shaun.Now need to see you and Andy do a duel vlog as both of you have new bikes.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Batman and Robin are up to no good again on the 7th of August✌😎

[@lynsmith1096]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Look forward to that.

[@ianchamberlain1631]

Nice editing 👍🏻 I looked at the SDR for my next bike as it gets great reviews from anyone who rides it but I just can't get past how it looks! Petty I know, and you can't see it when you're riding but you've got to love all aspects of what ever bike you ride. Ended up putting my money down on a black 2020 Ducati Monster 1200S. Got to wait a couple more weeks before it arrives but looking forward to that. Keep the videos coming, always enjoy what you put up on youtube 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It'll get bike of the year for sure✌😎

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

Whenever I watch videos on the newer SDs, I get FOMO. Then I go back to my SD 990 and I am ok again. Some day I will get a 1290. Some day... --Michael

[@superduke1172]

Same here

[@mbal4052]

I’ve just bought a new gen 3 1290, so excited...but the 990SD was and still is an amazing bit of kit

[@johnthorburn1913]

Initially I wasn’t keen on the look of KTMs, but it’s grown on me over time.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

They really do! Definitely a lot going on with the looks

[@peterowberry4390]

Bikes coming together nicely, looking forward to more misadventures!

[@Takahatchi]

I would be hard to not like you. I have a 2020 gt and an 2020r and a 2015r with rottweiler stage 5. They can be painful to ride hard especially for an 65 year old man like Me. These bikes are so much fun that it has caused me to get back in shape because it takes alot of strength to hang on.

[@themanjs]

Very good video from you, on this fantastic bike :)

[@TDA-CGN]

Thanks for sharing your impressions of the bike. Just sold my GT and think about this one as well. Btw. what´s the titel of the song that starts at around 09:45 ?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi Not sure off the top of my head, I'm not home at the moment. There's a few Apps you can download which will recognize the music just by playing a segment of it into the App.

[@ericppagel]

Buttery smooth video Shaun, as well as the new bike, Congratulations! Really seems to fit you better when watching you ride, no offense to the previous ride, just more in tune, if that makes any sense. Looking forward to the new pipe👍 Winner of a bike- Cheers!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks Eric! It's a great bike, I'm glad I made the swap✌😜

[@mac46rr]

I am owning a Superduke R through your vids😆👍 Glad you went for that colour as well 😎🏍🧡 Looking forward to your shenanigans! 😎😁

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Me too, lots to come! Sods law that I'm taking her for the service today, and the postman has been, baring gifts from afar, and I can't install them immediately! Not good for my impatience and OCD😂😂

[@Nekminute]

i own the 2017, wish the 2020 had more power no need to upgrade until then

[@kev7118]

Hmm, I'm tossing up between SDR and tuono . SDR may have the edge

[@272paulmac]

Nice bike mate and howdy from Australia. I've had my orange one for 2 months now and love it. What fly screen is that, does not look like the KTM one. Have been waiting 8 weeks now for my Austin Racing slipon, hopefully not to much longer.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The dash cover is from an Italian company, fanatic service and quality: shop.mircosapiodesign.it/

[@Kurlach]

This pushed me over the edge.. I couldn’t handle the jealousy so I’ve bought one myself 😂 KTM should be giving you a kickback!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hahaha! Mega😂😂

[@malikbrett2040]

@Alexis Roman Instablaster :)

[@alexisroman9359]

@Malik Brett I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im in the hacking process now. Takes a while so I will reply here later with my results.

[@alexisroman9359]

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[@malikbrett2040]

@Alexis Roman You are welcome xD

[@simonrobinson7536]

Nice video Shaun , looks like your jelling with it , looks like your slightly more lent over than on the GT. You got a Cobra exhaust for sale now for a GT by chance

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Sorry a friend of mine got dibs on my cobra

[@simonrobinson7536]

Well you can’t blame a man for asking

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Shy kids get no sweets👍😜

[@WeAreChad]

The thunder pumpkin requires orange!

[@stevewhitener290]

Just found your channel this morning and loving it, getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2020 SDR and plan to add bags ect for some touring and was looking at the mo tech bags system. Have you had any experience with the add on tail shelf for mounting tail bag behind rear seat?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi Steve Glad you came over to the channel! I've got that same pannier system coming for the SDR, should be sent out to me on the 21st! I've had the rear racks on my SDGT and my S1000XR, and they were great. I'm probably not going to add one to the SDR as I've just spent a lot on tidying up the back end, and now don't want to add to it. Tbh with two panniers, a rearbag on the pillion seat, and a good sized Tankbag, that'll be fine to tour with. Do check out the SWMOTECH tailbag, and their all new Pro Tankbag range, it's great gear.

[@stevewhitener290]

Thanks! Will do the tail tidy also! 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Did a video on that a few weeks ago

[@stevewhitener290]

How does the mo tech bags compare to the ktm semi ridged bags?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I think you'll find that they're the same bag, only the Urban ABS bags are more rigid. I've noticed it on a few others of the KTM luggage, some of them are exactly the same bag as what Swmotech sell, just with the KTM design.

[@traviscarter9300]

Beautiful bike. Weapon is right... 👌

[@francescodipierro2380]

Hi Shaun, congrats for your style. Very few can afford to make long content like yours enjoyable from A to Z. I am keen to know how does the Tuono factory (19 onwards) compare with the SDR 2020 in your opinion, particularly for a casual use mostly up in the mountains with occasional truck days. I am a happy 2017 GT owner but looking for something sportier/lighter. Thanks again for sharing your experiences.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Not been on the Tuono as yet! I know the older bikes were a pig to life with unless you were wringing its neck. Be interested myself if the fueling on the newer bikes is better. I can tell you that the fueling on the SDR is amazing!

[@Bornie205]

Own a GT and love it, but god damn it, you are making me head to my KTM dealer grrrrrrr

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Grab ya coat✌😎

[@kidda74]

Oh don't listen to him he's a pain in the arse, I got my GT because of his reviews and now he's got me wanting one of these! 😂

[@thelikeablerider8800]

👍😂😂

[@tomtraynor5384]

@@kidda74 Best bet: Wait till 2021 and get the V.3 SD in GT trim. Thats what I am doing. Loving the 2019 GT till then.

[@FL4T]

Hey, I'm living around the area you started the video. Maybe we'll see eachother on the road some time.

[@BigiBeef]

Nice bike mate like the review. What bar end mirrors do you have?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks👍😜 mirrors are from Highsider

[@BigiBeef]

@@thelikeablerider8800 they look great 👍

[@geraldperry7779]

Great video had mine just over a week. Any issues with C1 and C2 and bluetooth? Yes i have track package. Just ordered Austin slip-on just to quiet. Looking for towards more content am subscribing. Cheers from Canada.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi Gerald I don't connect anything to the bike bluetooth wise, all my music and general entertainment works over my Garmin, phone and Cardo headset. Think I would only have issues if I'd also include the bike. No issues with C1 and C2! Thanks for the comment and sub to the channel👍😜

[@crumblymal8479]

Hi just found you have now subscribed I am guessing the KTM runs in kilometers but either way its impressive could not afford one this year but next for sure I am going to look into it .I would have to sell both my current bikes to do it would you say that havin the 1290 gives everything so no need for another ?. There are so many good bikes out their at the moment good vid Cheers . : )

[@progste]

Is the orange screen a mod you did? Looks pretty cool!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

No that's the night screen! The day time screen is white which isn't so cool😜 so I've changed it so it always stays with the night screen.

[@progste]

@@thelikeablerider8800 oh nice, the old night screen was just a black background and white numbers.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

More orange is always good😜

[@stuartb1963]

Nice bike what kind of tank range do you get, and what's the luggage options for touring lastly with no screen what's the maximum cruising speed

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi 270-280km is a realistic fuel range. All my luggage is from SWMOTECH and they have many options for this bike! Its surprising good without a screen, 160kph on the German Autobahn wasn't an issue.

[@stuartb1963]

@@thelikeablerider8800 thanks useful stuff I'm considering one but I think I would look to get a screen Ps the jacket your wearing on the video looks smart does it work well

[@MrJonnyh1972]

Lovely quiet roads, where is that filmed ?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

This is in Germany, excuse the late reply

[@Aiken47]

Take a look at beeline gps compass, they integrate with google maps

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Had a look, Cool little gadget! Think I'd rather stick with my Garmin though.

[@sigberetta72]

I’m jealous! I would like this bike, but have to settle for the 2019 SMCR for now. I bet the insurance is sky high difference from 693 cc to 1301cc?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yeah the Super Duke is at the higher end for insurance.

[@geraldperry7779]

Big time here in Canada. In fact if i would got the GT my insurance would been half price.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The GT's insurance is no different to the R here in Germany🤷‍♂️

[@christopherdevries1969]

I feel another track day coming up 😃.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

She'll eat it up✌😜

[@christopherdevries1969]

TheLikeableRider fo shizzle 👍.

[@ConvertAS]

Love your channel buddy, love from aberdeen.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you m8✌😜

[@Hemlck]

Nice review...regarding your tank bag...Is that the micro or daypack you have on? Also what’s on top of of it?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi Tim That's the Pro Micro tank bag with the phone dry case on top👍

[@Hemlck]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Cheers - I just ordered the Pro Micro from Germany ....for my 2020 SD GT...didn't realise they did a phone thingy...now I need one of those also :-)

[@thelikeablerider8800]

@@Hemlck great stuff! Yeah they do a phone, tablet/map case that fits on all of them.

[@danielslobodyanyuk6067]

What specific Brand are the mirrors? that you have I love them !

[@thelikeablerider8800]

They're from Highsider👍😜

[@HippoDrones]

Glad you lovin it still, that speed display is huge hahaha... maybe find a way for your GPS to cover it?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It could be an issue😂😂 maybe I'll slap a big sticker over it!

[@HippoDrones]

@@thelikeablerider8800 😁

[@michaelneve3223]

Look forward to more garage time👌😊

[@musicmomento]

Nice video. I have the same bike for 4 weeks and i like it allot. I need the same navigation Holder. Wher can i buy it? I have a garmin.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's the ball joint system from RAM, you can find them on the Ebay and Amazon✌😜

[@musicmomento]

@@thelikeablerider8800 thnx i Will search for it

[@gryphongryph]

How many km a liter ? On a machine like this ? Is there any wind protection on a naked like this ? Great video, like the way you edit also.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you! 5.1litres to 100km Wind is surprisingly good, I think the headlight deflects a lot, but if you're worried about that, then youd be better off with the GT.

[@davidkirkland4364]

Your TFT appears to be in night mode throughout this video. Is that little fly screen covering the TFT daylight sensor or is there an issue within the TFT itself?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi David No I've intentionally set it to stay in night mode, I find the daytime white a bit bright and distracting. Plus orange looks way cooler😜

[@robertlarsen6851]

Great Video! Great content on your channel! How is the Super Duke R at higher speeds (100km/h) with no wind protection?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Its surprisingly good! I'm 6ft2 and get no buffeting on my helmet. Seems the headlight does a great job throwing the wind up and over.

[@Hypure2wheels]

Is the warranty better on them now? Before electronics, etc weren't covered. Only engine, frame & swingarm here in the U.S. Can't find any good info on this on KTM site

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Think pretty much everything is covered apart from wear and tear items, chain sprockets etc.

[@wilswood8137]

I've had my superduke 1290r for a month now and can't stop going into the garage to look at it 😄 love it and fuck me it's fast Where did you get the dash cover ? Very nice As always good video Sean 👍🏻

[@thelikeablerider8800]

shop.mircosapiodesign.it/

[@jimkim23]

Are those the powerparts bar end mirrors? Looks good 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

No they are from Highsider, which could even be the same brand that KTM has stamped its brand on, automatically making them more expensive✌😂

[@casefarley5744]

Where did you get the flyscreen? Bike looks great.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

shop.mircosapiodesign.it/

[@casefarley5744]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Cheers - I ordered one for myself.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Mega product!😜

[@VFactory-vl5fi]

Where are you living? In Germany? I liked your patter. I’ve sub’d. I have a S3 2018 and I love it. Came from a 390 duke. I’m definitely not riding one of those until I’m ready to buy one. 🙈 I know I’ll love it.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hey I'm towards the Osnabruck area in Germany, glad to have you onboard thank you for the sub✌😜

[@doug3011]

I live in Berlin and cannot find a single good road in the surrounding areas, with actual corners. any suggestions please!!!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You need to go further south! The Harz and Thüringewald isn't far from you.

[@doug3011]

@@thelikeablerider8800 thanks! I will check it out am getting bored, and with terrible car drivers and sketchy tarmac, was thinking of selling my bike.

[@mrcintheuk5596]

It'll be interesting how you and AMC get on with your new bikes. Let's hope there are no clutch issues on this bike 😬. It may be a UK southern softie (and in the dictionary) thing, or the fact that you've lived in Germany for 20 years, but "squit" means diarrhoea. I think you mean a "squirt" of the throttle, unless of course opening the throttle gives you the squits! 😂

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I'll he meeting up with AMC on the 7th for a good weekend thrash!✌😜 squit is definitely correct word usage

[@MOTOUK1]

Where did you get the mirror 1inch balls to connect your camera onto

[@thelikeablerider8800]

RAM ball joints, you'll find them all over Amazon and Ebay✌😜

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You'll need a left threaded bolt though, had to order them extra

[@maverick2678]

Does it play the "trynngng tungggwww2" when the ready to race light up

[@aaronlovett1925]

Sean are you getting much wind buffeting on you helmet or is it a clean even air flow would it be possible to fit hand guards with the bar end mirror's 🤔🤔 I'm afraid to take a test drive on one 😣😫 because I'll be saying how much will you give me for the GT one careful owner 🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@thelikeablerider8800]

👍😂 no buffering at all for me on this bike, I'm 6ft2 but of course it may be different for others. Yes hand guards are available, but I'd have to change my mirrors. Mine fit inside the handlebars, but you can get the exact same ones that fit over the top of the bars, which allows you to fit hand guards or lever guards.

[@Brookmanrider]

Great channel mate. Love the bike. I’m doing the same just got a speed triple RS. 🙏👌🇦🇺 I have subscribed

[@dalehawkes1698]

She’s coming along nicely personally I reckon the sat nav would look better above the clocks 🤣 Would you have the s22’s over the R5’s I’m torn between the two for wits riding ,would value your opinion Shaun 👍👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

R5 are a sports touring tyre, great grip and last a long time. The 22's won't last half as long, but seem to be sticky. I'm not sure if I'll put a sports touring tyre on this bike, see what happens.

[@ross5506]

Have mine for 2 weeks, unfortunately been raining got about 100 kilometers. Does that dash cover work for wind deflection?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Haven't noticed any difference with the das cover on, but I don't find the wind a problem at all tbh.

[@Frank12310972]

How is it in traffic does it get hot? And is it a pain to filter with the bike I own a Hyper 821 and want to swap to this bike but I still can't decide cause I want to know if it's decent in traffic ♥️

[@thelikeablerider8800]

No worries in traffic as it's pretty small I find. It does still chuck a bit of heat out, but not half as bad as the GT.

[@Frank12310972]

@@thelikeablerider8800 thanks for the reply much love great vid 🤙🤙🤙

[@caskstrength7629]

Must be Nice touring on such an animal. 👍. Great Bike. Enjoy ride safe. 😎.

[@LiveToLoop]

What mirrors are those and also what brand is the front cover

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You'll find links in the description to those👍

[@AgentOfLogos]

I was debating on this or the GT. What do you like more? Also, how tall are you? I've been worried that's the 2020 Super Duke R's bars are too low and it would be uncomfortable. Is that the case for you?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You definitely are slightly more over the front, but it's not uncomfortable. I'm 6ft2! I can only say what works for me, you'd need to ride them and decide for yourself.

[@AgentOfLogos]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Thank you! I'm the same height and was worried about this not fitting me since I'm do big.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's a more sporty position than the GT for sure, but nothing over the top

[@orangefuture4910]

Never too much orange

[@mikejgriffiths]

I love that bike!!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

You're not the only one! Picked her back up yesterday from the first service✌😎

[@mikejgriffiths]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Time to unleash it :D

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's happening!

[@mikejgriffiths]

@@thelikeablerider8800 It is going to be epic! You and Andy will have so much fun next weekend :D

[@thelikeablerider8800]

@@mikejgriffiths yeah it'll be a good crack, and weather is looking good. Hope you boys had a good tour✌😜

[@spetznazxt]

How about refinements

[@PsGetSid_]

great video :) keep up good work, hige quality video, image

[@gregclarke4254]

Great video, thanks

[@SørenBechChristensen]

I love your videos, but to be fair, you are comparing a 2020 R with a 2016 GT. I'm sure most of your pain points with your GT would have been fixed with a 2020 GT as well. Obviously I'm a big fan of the (new) GT, so I'm probably also slightly biased. But as said, I love your videos - keep them coming :-)

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Of course I'm going to compare it to the GT that I owned, but the R is still worlds apart from the 2020 GT. Be interesting to see the 2021 GT in action, because that will be built from the 2020 R.

[@michaelleys2982]

Are youre breack and shift levers from ktm …?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

No they're from Raximo👍

[@pandaSL]

How about the back seat is it small 🤔🤔🤔

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It is pretty small yeah

[@markshirley7639]

Which exhaust have you gone for ? I’m still pondering 🤔

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The cobra SPX carbon✌😎

[@markshirley7639]

TheLikeableRider I’ll have to wait to see what it sounds like add it to my list of maybes 🙈

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The new SDR is definitely a little bit quieter than the previous gens, but still has the vtwin rumble.

[@markshirley7639]

TheLikeableRider I’m besotted with it , just bought an Africa twin for rainy/winter days . Need to keep the sd mint

[@omey5272]

How much do you buys super duke 1290cc reply me OK

[@1DavidS67]

will you be getting any sort of windscreen?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Noooo✌😜

[@DamTheDane]

Looking good mate :) Are ALL you buttons illuminated? On mine they are not, only a few 😅 I love mine, the only thing I dont really like is the indicator button 😅 Keep the good content coming mate 😀

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Good question! Haven't ridden it at night to see, but why would only somenof them be, and not all?🤦‍♂️

[@DamTheDane]

@@thelikeablerider8800 On mine its only the return, ignition and hazard switch that is illuminated, if I remember correct, and its a bit weird that they would go true the trouble to just illuminate some of them 🤔

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Strange one that, I'll keep that I mind to check. Agreed! Cant be much more work or cost to illuminate them all!

[@jimkim23]

My gen 3 has illuminated switchgear on both sides 👍 also you can change the brightness of them in the menu 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Have seen the options in the menu, but haven't been able to see them lit up as yet, but I'll take your word for it✌😜

[@NicoBiturbo]

Beautiful bike but not a fan of the Orange dash

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks✌😜 That's actually the night screen which I prefer, so always stays orange the Day time screen is white.

[@TheIsaactan1993]

What windshield are you using?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

shop.mircosapiodesign.it/

[@jamesbrosnahan]

My mate built a mint vintage cb900 custom cafe racer, only has to have one mirror for the Tüv, he went with underslung because it looks the tits...only thing one can see is great views of the clouds above it's that un-useable 🤣 good to see you went with function over form.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Looking the tits is important, but underslung is pretty wanky when it comes to functionality

[@daan4454]

What colour is the visor?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's a mirrored visor✌😎

[@KevinofWessex]

Im 52 years old ...am i too old for this motorcycle ???

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Unfortunately only you can answer that!😂 take one out for a spin👍😜

[@philliprobertlawman2232]

I'm 60 yeeeeehaaa!!