I think many of us Americans don't realize just how good the lighter, smaller cc engined bikes are (personal opinion on that). No lack of the fun factor with this bike. Makes me wish that I had a bigger budget for another bike or two. Nice review and looking forward to hearing more and your long term experience with it TMF. Nicely done as always.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Allan Brown Thank you Allan - stay tuned!
@SMU_3L7 жыл бұрын
Dont know why they didn't put the new dash in from the new Duke series :/ Would make the bike that bit more premium. The dash, in my opinion, makes the bike feel cheap and is very 'old school' in terms of the new age 'digital dash'.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes agreed - I guess they have had to keep something back for the 2018 model - what's the betting that'll have the TFT??
@zaks54337 жыл бұрын
1990 the current dash looks cheap and nasty as well the shape of it. TFT is the way forward now
@mayxnkb7 жыл бұрын
They'll have it in there when they update the RC series for 2018. I was going for an RC390 up until KTM decided to update the D390 and give it a host of features that this one doesn't get. Cheers :)
@SMU_3L7 жыл бұрын
I have no preference of whether its TFT or not. But an updated dash is needed. An LCD dash would be fine too, its just not as premium as any other model in the line-up. Now would seem to be the best time as they have introduced it into the new small capacity Dukes, and have also re-vamped cosmetically the RC a bit, and changed the exhaust etc.
@samarthdobhal92177 жыл бұрын
Mayank Bhardwaj hi brother do you have a confirm information about this??
@RideWithRahulOfficial7 жыл бұрын
One of the few bikes that we both have reviewed!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes I watched and enjoyed your review before I picked this up - I forgot these are a huge hit in India....
@RideWithRahulOfficial7 жыл бұрын
Uk is so beautiful, and they give you the bikes, here dealers don't co-operate.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Well it has it's moments....and not all dealers cooperate - but gold stars and huge thanks to Triumph, BMW, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki and KTM - Not so much Kawasaki and Ducati at this point (but I'm working on it!!)....
@mikebreen28907 жыл бұрын
UK IS beautiful! If you want to park your bike and walk, walk the "coast to coast" trail. Then you'll see why the Lonely Planet voted the UK the most beautiful island. Little bikes are fun... :-)
@1270697 жыл бұрын
+TheMissendenFlyer i have a pal who is a main dealer and he has said he has the same old people that test ride every new bike and never buy , so i imagine it does get on the their nerves!
@alohasnackbar92987 жыл бұрын
the rc costs a fortune there around 5.5k usd
@shafentertainment13177 жыл бұрын
IM A Gamer 5.5 k oh good...
@tosheshdaulta88995 жыл бұрын
The BEST little sports bike there is.
@keebdude7 жыл бұрын
Great review as always!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+J1ZZ Thank you sir!
@JustinSane507 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the j1zz
@RolandoPapasinThefarmer4 жыл бұрын
I hope I can buy this one my dream bike thanks for sharing
@steffydog7 жыл бұрын
Great video as always, bike looks nice from the side, nice frame, wheels and paint, horrid from the front, the words mantelpiece and fire spring to mind . . . I wonder if I'm the only person who plays the "Where's TMF thrown his glove, during the walk around" game?! Probably just me, post today, normally floor . . .i must get out more.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Blimey, I think you're right.....I'm glad you're taking all this to such a deep level!! Cheers matey!
@HalfdeadRider7 жыл бұрын
Any overheating issues in stop start traffic yet? they seem to have forgotten to test that and did not put a big enough cooling fan/radiator on.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Halfdead Rider No issues, just that the fan does seem to cut in quite a bit more than I would expect and is LOUD! ;0)
@spetersonmusic7 жыл бұрын
Another KZbinr, Red Renna just bought one of those and she digs it. Seems from your first impression that it is a well sorted bike - KTM is another company that seems to be on a roll; so many nice bikes out there for all segments of the market. I love the way the frame looks in orange... and I don't even like orange. lol!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Scott Peterson Yes I agree, KTM are putting out some seriously good bikes, I particularly liked the Super Adventure and Superduke, just need to get my hands on a 390 Duke now....really looking forward to that one! Thanks for watching as ever - all the best - TMF
@PalashMehta7 жыл бұрын
love how you greet fellow motorcyclist with 'hello sir' regardless whether they reciprocate or not. a true gentleman.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Palash Mehta Well they can't hear me of course!
@torrid945 жыл бұрын
Rad bike...but that dash...come on!!
@utubelgr5 жыл бұрын
Great but honest review. Thanks for keeping us posted about your experience.
@PSYCHOFF_2.4M2 жыл бұрын
Nice KTM RC bike ❤️❤️❤️👍👍🙋
@bikemadtaffs1934 жыл бұрын
Took the stock screen off as couldn't keep sides clean where it wraps around. Dropped the CAT out and bought an aftermarket exhaust. Fab bike and great fun.
@rockynotout88326 жыл бұрын
Absolutely satisfying to watch you having a good impression about the bike , i own it back here in india and feel its worth every penny, good review mate
@TheMissendenFlyer6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ravi....
@markh72227 жыл бұрын
What seems to make this bike unique is the fuel economy of a 250 cc with an almost 500's performance, great video as always TMF.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark - appreciated...
@964tractorboy7 жыл бұрын
A reasoned review as always, thanks. I was hoping you might compare this with the BMW G310R, but was surprised to find there's an £800 difference. Are the RC390 and R3 in another league?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+964tractorboy Not in my opinion they're not!
@RayBanJockey7 жыл бұрын
I had one of these as a loaner for the day no more than a week ago when my T120 was in for service. Talk about being the opposite kind of bike - extremely light, fast as hell somehow and very smooth fuelling at low speeds compared to the snatchy T120. Only real downsides I could find in the short time I had it were the rubbish mirrors and it didn't feel very planted above 110 km/h or so - otherwise a great bike and insurance isn't higher than the T120 either which always is a bonus I suppose. Anyway keep up the great reviews. And yes I got my T120 AFTER you had your video on it - it's a great bike if you like that kind of thing :)
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes I love the Triumphs as you know - should be getting a T120 as a long term loaner within the next few months and I'm really looking forward to that (as previously I only rode it for about an hour....)
@adrianrigby61847 жыл бұрын
Another great review , this would make a great 2nd bike for town commuting on . Congratulations on achieving 30k subs. , keep 'em coming .
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Adrian, and well spotted!
@SuperadeDF7 жыл бұрын
It makes me feel young everytime i hear your intro! Keep it up ol' chap with these videos!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
That's the spirit! Jolly good....and willco...
@WoodomainJeremyBroun6 жыл бұрын
Very good video, good voice and good informative narrative. Better than my reviews of the original RC390!
@WoodomainJeremyBroun6 жыл бұрын
Ps.. and my original 'KTMRC390 First Ride' review received a 'Best ever review on KZbin' comment in 2014 so mine above is a real compliment to you mate! I wonder if you rate either the RC390 or the Duke over the other? I always thought they were mechanically pretty much the same bike. I always argued the RC390 was really comfortable. Wrist ache is more a question of riding technique. As you say the Duke is for town the RC390 is for race track or open road!
@andysmith66116 жыл бұрын
hI Jeremy, watched your video recently, after watching TMF and your videos, just ordered a new rc 125, enjoyed the music on your videos, good review too, so thank you to both of you for helping me choose my next bike before taking test and onto some thing larger in future
@118willfitz7 жыл бұрын
that is a beautiful looking bike , I'm a big KTM fan
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+will fitzpatrick Beauty as they say is in the eye of the beholder:0)
@philipstone46157 жыл бұрын
you've become the goto bike review channel now ! well done as usual
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Philip Stone Thank you Philip, very kind of you to say so....
@dayriderschat6 жыл бұрын
Nice bike for when I'm too old to wheel the Buell.....Thanks for another interesting review Glad to hear they improved the seating...
@marcusFZ67 жыл бұрын
Your money, which do you buy, KTM, BMW or the Yamaha? I must admit that while I like riding the bigger bikes, there is a lot more fun to be had from these smaller machines. So light, nimble, just enough power and always put a smile on your face. Also a fair bit cheaper to run.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+marcusFZ6 Tough one and I reserve the right to change my mind - Yamaha...
@r6yamahar17 жыл бұрын
The Rev light can be adjusted to come on at different revs, there's two, flashing and then on on both adjustable. Dash for me has everything you need on it.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Botman Thanks for that and thanks for watching...all the best - TMF
@Roger101Watson7 жыл бұрын
Needs updating in areas like the clocks but what a hoot to ride...I loved ripping through the countyside on one a while back. The new duke i'm riding is a big improvement in engine, suspension etc so no doubt things to come for the RC next year.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes I'm sure the next iteration will see quite a few changes as it feels like this bike is lagging a little behind the rest of the range now in areas like (for example) the TFT screen....fun bike though as you say...cheers - TMF
@ramgopinath7 жыл бұрын
wooohooo rc390! brilliant review as always!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Cheers - all the best - TMF
@MrVinnyh7 жыл бұрын
I had a the single cylinder BMW F700GS a few years ago, like the KTM you will look for country roads where the bike will truly exceed, I would think that full blown KTM orange would work well as a livery seam, look forward to new update
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Cheers Vince - and good to hear from you again!
@jamespjcoombes7 жыл бұрын
Good to see you reviewing these bikes. They are very thorough reviews considering the big magazines and reviewers tend to do these bikes. This and the cbr500r are great starter bikes i loved both of these but went with the cbr. They are most underrated as a good solid everyday bike for commuting and touring bike. Plus insurance is pretty cheap too. kudos to you and KTM in getting this review done. Top work TMF!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thank you James - I love smaller capacity machines, so much fun to ride and you don't lose your licence (or worse) so readily....
@Pomoz77 жыл бұрын
I'm weeks away from having to make the same choice. I need TMF's Duke review to assist because I can't test drive either bike in Singapore. Nobody will let you - "not enough profit in it for us to have a demonstrator Sir'. Anyway, I love the Honda's build quality, but it is a big porker of a machine. It is 30kgs heavier than the the Duke. That must impact performance and fuel efficiency. They really have been lazy in designing the bike, there must be lots of scope to reduce weight without having to use expensive parts.
@sullybiker65207 жыл бұрын
It's actually the same in the US. Triumph, BMW, and Ducati tend to provide demo bikes to the dealers, but you will not be able to ride one of the Japanese bikes outside of the demo days (which the Manufacturer fronts and provides bikes for). The CBR500R is an interesting bike. It's well made, but it's heavy as you say, and the engine isn't a lot of fun for a sport bike, compared to the very lively Ninja 300 and R3. The CB500F and X are much better platforms.
@jamespjcoombes7 жыл бұрын
Possibly, i still get 76 uk MPG though so get well over 200 miles on a tank and it is heavy but i do touring on it and it makes it a little more easy to handle in the crosswinds.
@sullybiker65207 жыл бұрын
The engine's insanely economical. I'd have one in a heartbeat, but here the cost is edging towards Ninja 650 / FZ07 territory (though I prefer faired bikes).
@JLOSTAFF17 жыл бұрын
30K now subscribed - well deserved in my opinion! :-)
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+JLO Staff Woohoo! :0) ...and thanks for your support Jon...
@BikerSatoshi7 жыл бұрын
Fame at last - TMF rides through my home town of Buckingham!! I'm honoured! :)
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
I'm not entirely sure you're understanding the word fame there Dave....
@johna69687 жыл бұрын
That exhaust looks great for cooking your bits, and long term, the rear shock too.. I do like it tho and smashing review
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jay - it did get a little warm towards the rear end but don't forget I'm used to riding my Panigale, they really do fry your gonads...
@GordonHunter7 жыл бұрын
If you were to ever see rain again, it would be interesting to get a feel of riding a sports bike without traction control.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Trust me, I will be seeing rain a lot more!
@timbarry50804 жыл бұрын
Like some say "its more fun to go fast on a slow bike than slow on a fast bike". I would love to have one of these
@samuraitortoise7 жыл бұрын
Good to see you about my neck of the woods and to watch my local roads in your footage...would love to meet up and go for a ride if you're ever about. I'm near Winslow/Buckingham.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Keep a look out for me Stuart, I'm quite often up that way, some cracking roads around that area you have...
@franksyed17 жыл бұрын
Awaiting KTM Duke 390 review ! 😎
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Frank Syed Me too!!! Stay tuned :0)
@TheMadHatter13307 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer my main concerns with the 2017 Duke 390 is over heating and the close distance between the exhaust pipe to the rear shock has me worried that it'll damage it? is it a good bike in stop start traffic ? is it suitable for a 185cm rider? is it a fanny magnet? lol 😁 thanks in advance
@franksyed17 жыл бұрын
Wee Al's Wheels cover the rare shock, lots of accessories available !
@stefantorrekens78832 жыл бұрын
Hi, TMF! What are your thoughts about buying the RC390 for second bike? I have, like yourself, a Speed Twin and looking for a bike that I can easily get in and out of my BLACK van. ;) I’ve had the RC125 earlier and I really liked the stiffness and handeling of that one. So therefore I’m thinking of the RC390.. Curious what you might say.. Best regards and thanks so much for all those lovely reviews!
@TheMissendenFlyer2 жыл бұрын
Well it’s not a bike that grabbed me - personally I’d look elsewhere but that is just me….I prefer the Duke 390 by a long margin….
@stefantorrekens78832 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks for your answer. I thought so, after seeing your reviews about the RC. Have a lovely day!
@misterborntodrill41677 жыл бұрын
Cracking bike. I bought one last year. Got the 2015 for £3500 brand new. There are still a few about at that price. I prefer the old under the belly exhaust although the old mirrors are rubbish. I wonder if a power commander will improve the fueling at low revs. The first thing I did was swap out the 2015 seat for an aftermarket one. Sounds like they improved it for 2017 or that MrFlyer has a tougher bottom than me :)
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Well I am used to riding my Panigale, and that "seat" is something else....
@WhatTheQuack5 жыл бұрын
Thx for the review, awesome video 👍🏻
@TheDervMan7 жыл бұрын
Nice vid TMF. Do you have a list of bikes you're planning to review? I'd like to hear your thoughts on the Honda NC750X DCT...... 👍🏻
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
...sort of, and that's not on it! That said, I'm happy to add it so stay tuned!
@johnschlesinger20093 жыл бұрын
I have a 2015 one. Hate the dash - navigating with those two buttons is rubbish. The average speed indicator is a joke: I do a regular 30 mile trip in 40 mins or less, and the average always says 23 mph! The fuel guage is bad as well: it goes from two bars down from full to 2 up from empty in the space of about 6 miles. The mirrors are very good for learners, as they give a good view of what on most bikes are the blind spots (for which rear observation is needed). Fuel economy is brilliant - 60mpg plus for decently progressive riding. Steering lock is great for a sports bike. Despite these niggles, I love it - fitted an akra can, which looks good and, with a change in fuelling, gives a worthwhile performance boost.
@TheMissendenFlyer3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for stopping by John!
@reddevil00747 жыл бұрын
Always fancied taking one of these for a spin. On separate note, I have all next Saturday free to ride so am going to take GS from Northampton down to Chilterns and beyond. Any suggestions of some good roads around your area for giving the big GS a good thrashing 😀
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Sadly good roads around here are few and far between - best nearest road is A413 Aylesbury to Buckingham I reckon and then there are just odd good bits like the A4010 from Wendover to West Wycombe and then the A40 to Stokenchurch (all of which you'll recognise from my videos if you've seen many of them) but there's too much traffic to be proper fun - wouldn't hold your breath....good luck!
@reddevil00747 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer cheers for that. May rethink and head west towards fosse way or even into Wales
@DrumHeadV7 жыл бұрын
Visordown is currently doing a run-down of British roads on their YT channel (currently on video 2 of 5). Perhaps there's something in it for you?
@reddevil00747 жыл бұрын
DrumHeadV thanks, will do
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Wales is a million times better option than troopsing all the way down here for loads of traffic, MAMILs and white vans....
@TheLukanda7 жыл бұрын
New logo! Cool!!!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thank you - I'm glad you noticed, you'll start seeing it around a bit more from now on I hope....
@henrysmith56047 жыл бұрын
Another great review your right you don't need big heavy bikes for fun 😊
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Henry, glad we agree! Thanks for watching - TMF
@owenwales43287 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome bike, so much fun, miss it very much. However - Overheats at traffic lights, numerous electrical problems, fan is noisy as hell, paint finish despite your comments is poor and flakes, battery cover didn't fit the bike properly.. Still for the price I had an awesome ownership experience. 2,000 miles in 6 days no problem. 85 MPG..
@owenwales43287 жыл бұрын
+My dealer hated me... The number of warranty claims I had to make 😂
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Oh dear sorry to hear that - sounds like you might have had a Freitag nachmittag machine!
@Richz26 жыл бұрын
It would be great to see how this compares to the new Kawasaki Ninja 400
@monkeydust1005 жыл бұрын
im thinking about getting this bike but ive heard that it dosent like low revs ,town riding etc
@liam16667 жыл бұрын
Brought a new 2015 Duke from the shop maybe it was cursed but went back the next day coolant leak and constantly in and out the dealers with oil pressure problems and temperature problems ended up selling it back after 8months shame because when it worked it was a fun light little bike but too many issues for me to be going back to KTM any time soon.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Oh dear, sorry to hear that - Friday afternoon bike perhaps?
@harveyparkin17107 жыл бұрын
Cracking review, whats the Screen like to read? it looked a bit pale on the video. cheers
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Harvey - actually the screen is pretty good and easily readable...
@notoriousbc60904 жыл бұрын
I'm 6ft 4 and looking at smaller capacity sport bikes would this be an option? They look a bit to small but I don't really want a 600 or a litre bike. Just want something to learn on and have fun maybe do some touring. Guess I'll have to go test ride some when I've done my DAS.
@TheMissendenFlyer4 жыл бұрын
Yes that’s the answer - I think you maybe cramped. Good luck with the DAS...
@faithbiker82627 жыл бұрын
Great review. Take care!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Cheers as ever!
@scottkessler1867 жыл бұрын
'Unstableness' brilliant!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Are you suggesting that's a word I made up?
@scottkessler1867 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer I'm not sure if you made up 'unstableness' but your use of it generated a hearty chuckle.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Well that settles it then - I invented a word...
@Nutter11387 жыл бұрын
The 2017 Duke 390 is a brilliant bike you owe it to yourselves to try also if you haven't already.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
No I haven't tried it yet but those nice people at KTM UK have promised to lend me one later in the year ;0) Can't wait!
@tomorgasan31814 жыл бұрын
Good day sir, How's the riding position ?..did you experience any difficulties ? Or can i use that as an everyday bike ...?
@TheMissendenFlyer4 жыл бұрын
I wasn't that keen on the riding position - KTM 390 Duke better all round IMO....
@tomorgasan31814 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer ok sir. Big thanks.
@ggspikey41707 жыл бұрын
Are you going to do a comparison video of the 2017 A2 license bikes? I would love to see one.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
It would be great if I could get them all together - I think I'll end up doing that a bit by default and thanks for the suggestion....
@a.j.cummins3096 жыл бұрын
Out of all of your motorcycles(owned, rode) can you rate from most fun riding to least. I'm very curious out of your current motorcycles what you find the most fun. I currently have a Suzuki GSX-S 750z and I'm very interested in the KTM 390 RC as a 2nd bike.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 жыл бұрын
Most fun is my Honda CRF
@beozzie6907 жыл бұрын
Nice one!, have a off the topic question.. just what airfield are you flying out of. Is that a tail dragger as well? Was trying to sort out which plane that was..
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
...in which video?
@beozzie6907 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer I did go back and saw you flew the Socata TB10, just had to search for it. The video I remember wasn't a grass field but haven't gone through all of your videos on flying yet.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Which video are you referring too - I have a few flying videos posted from various airfields and aeroplanes?
@duncanblanchard3347 жыл бұрын
Think I prefer the 390 duke, but as KTM sell loads of these in India etc I would be concerned about the heat issues. If the fan came on that quick in the UK, then it would be running full time in hotter climates, unless they are made to a different spec. Nice video, but I do prefer the old intro, just saying.......
@mayxnkb7 жыл бұрын
The reason they sell loads in India is coz since it's manufactures here, the taxes and customs don't apply as they would to you. This one is about 3000 pounds here, compared to 5000+ in the UK. Plus yeah, the fan basically runs full time in the humid tropical conditions of India.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
The fan pretty much ran full time in the damp cold conditions of Blighty!!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Duncan Blanchard ...and yes, I prefer the new 390 Duke (to look at) by a large margin, can't wait to give one of those puppies a try...am in discussion with KTM about it currently....
@Boodieman727 жыл бұрын
TMF, what's up with the audio? You seem a lot higher pitched than normal. When you use your phone than the audio is fine.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Weird - only difference I can think of is that I was wearing a different helmet to usual for this one...
@Boodieman727 жыл бұрын
It was just the first half of the video, up until you did the walk around, then it was fine.
@CharlemagneIfrit7 жыл бұрын
Perhaps the effects of that "comfortable" seat.
@prof_aw3som0147 жыл бұрын
i have a question for you, would you reccomend it as a first bike for someone who has never ridden but knows how too and would like it for a couple of years? i have been looking into the r3 and the rc390 and cbr500r but the honda i feel is far too powerful and im tossing up between the other 2. thanks!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes for sure - entirely intimidating - perfect for a first machine...
@kiwiandyt1237 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer "entirely intimidating" - er, are you sure?
@AAARREUUUGHHHH4 жыл бұрын
RC390 or an R3 - What would you recommend for a young lout on an A2 licence? Open to other recommendations...
@TheMissendenFlyer4 жыл бұрын
I'd avoid the RC390 and look at the Honda CBR500R if you want a sportsbike or if you're a KTM fan then the Duke 390 is a hoot....
@AAARREUUUGHHHH4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks for the quick reply! The Duke is cool but really unsure on the headlights, I'd have to have a proper look at it in person. I'd never even considered the Honda... Got some more research to do clearly!
@EternalInfinity87 жыл бұрын
Hope you getting your hands on the 2017 Due 390 soon mate ?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Me too - I'm working on it, it's definitely going to happen soon - stay tuned!
@Pomoz77 жыл бұрын
Hooray, I want to see this because in Singapore they won't let you test drive it.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
That's nuts!
@Northstar-Media7 жыл бұрын
Very modern fairing design liked the paint scheme ,not sure on top yoke & surprised fan kicked in weather/bike has to be very warm or stood in traffic before it kicked in on other bikes
@owenwales43287 жыл бұрын
Tripple Hazard - The bike will overheat and cut out if you stop at a traffic light for any considerable time. Not good.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Tripple Hazard Yes the paint is lovely on this bike and the fan surprised me too...may be it's an issue with this particular machine...
@Northstar-Media7 жыл бұрын
Yes Owen just scrolled down through the comments & people are reporting same issue shame really because it is a nice bike .
@Yissssire7 жыл бұрын
will I buy r3 2017 or rc 2017 for daily use and long travelling??and is their slipper clautch in r3 2017???
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Dipson Koirala I don't honestly know I'm afraid...
@peterrunting16886 жыл бұрын
That's my home town haha good to see it again
@TheMissendenFlyer6 жыл бұрын
Why, where are you now Peter?
@peterrunting16886 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer Northampton now! Lived in Buckingham for a few years
@chrisolive97426 жыл бұрын
Any plans for Suzuki sv 650 ? X?
@bhanujarathsara32835 жыл бұрын
Does your country has duke 250
@Dan-vq1dr7 жыл бұрын
Could you do a 2017 RC8 review. I would like to know how it compares with the "mainstream" litre bikes.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
It's quite possible Dan I imagine - stay tuned!
@Dan-vq1dr7 жыл бұрын
Most definitely
@gordonLP7 жыл бұрын
Blimey, it's got a RED frame and wheels! (well, orange really).
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yup
@abinashsingh88077 жыл бұрын
hey bro,i m 6.1 ft tall,i should go for rc 390 or duke 390 2017?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Not ridden the Duke yet so can't really advise...stay tuned!
@blondie46027 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer please get the duke 390 on review
@brianantnssn51777 жыл бұрын
Are you doing a trackday on it?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Nope - not sure KTM would want me risking their machine...that said, I haven't asked!
@brianantnssn51777 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer I think it would be a great video, especially as they don't make a supersport at the moment. It would be cool comparing it on track with your experience tracking the panigale. But I can't judge your relationship with Ktm of course. Thanks for all the vids you make, enjoy every one of them.
@Ompalis7 жыл бұрын
Noce video.. and.. LOVE ur voice.. xD
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Really? Very kind....
@carelessfudge66527 жыл бұрын
I was just about to go to bed and then this pops up. I'm gonna be tired tomorrow then!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Hehe, sorry about that - where are you, it's 2pm here!! (ie a bit early for bed!)
@carelessfudge66527 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer who needs sleep anyway ha. On holiday in SE Asia but will be heading back to sunny England tomorrow - looking forward to getting back on the bike this weekend!
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+SMOGG Gamer Enjoy your last few days away!
@andrewwillcox52527 жыл бұрын
You really found it comfy? That seat may as well be metal
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I've ridden much worse (my Panigale for example!).....
@UCBANDIT0097 жыл бұрын
2017 has new seats. Softer. However powerparts seats are your best bet. Great for touring.
@yuventaiyo22026 жыл бұрын
Lovely bike rc
@fireblade89057 жыл бұрын
What do you think the top speed is?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
I didn't try but I reckon good for about 110-115mph...certainly over the ton...
@UCBANDIT0097 жыл бұрын
111mph stock. And 122mph with powertronic ecu after the tune. Might go higher never checked though.
@kabirariderite31287 жыл бұрын
smooth ?! bro plz
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Kabir Kamath Yes, for a single....
@Clarkkent1635 жыл бұрын
Fucking cool mate, fucking cool, bubbly jubbly. I have a Honda cbr500r and let me tell you, it is absolutely beautiful, it's fast, agile, fairly light, very safe, yeah, it's good. I'm not gonna lie to you though, I don't know much about bikes, but I could just like ask my relatives and mates about them, then I'll know more about bikes and that. But anyways, cool video, wondering bike you got there
@Boodieman727 жыл бұрын
The fan is so loud, just like the one Red Renna just bought.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Yes it gets a bit annoying in the end.....
@phatakesto7 жыл бұрын
loved the video, please do a night ride with this.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Pratick Nandi Stay tuned Pratick!
@TprMarty6 жыл бұрын
Your speedometer is in kms/hour correct?
@hcastel26 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍👍
@Lordwonga.5 жыл бұрын
Why didn't they make an rc690?
@TheMissendenFlyer5 жыл бұрын
Dunno...
@Lordwonga.5 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer I think they could have had a winner there
@uknowmotdy6 жыл бұрын
white van man pops up every now and then 😜
@vasel2085 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍
@mickeydee35956 жыл бұрын
Fill us in on this whole "white van man"
@TheMissendenFlyer6 жыл бұрын
Nothing to fill you in on, I just attract them like bees to a honeypot.....
@nayanrckry49076 жыл бұрын
Owwwwwooooooo
@nickfry44707 жыл бұрын
Note the exhaust exits behind cylinder, like BMW G310R. Must be a TVS thing, as I understand they assemble both bikes
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Really? I didn't know that.....
@crispy_spy46107 жыл бұрын
Nick Fry no KTM is owned by Bajaj 49% shares in India they manufacture these. BMW and tvs have joined to produce g310r and akula.
@mayxnkb7 жыл бұрын
TVS is in alliance with BMW. Bajaj is the parent company of KTM and they handle the manufacturing and assembly in India :)
@hudsonrilke7 жыл бұрын
Nice. Honda need to resurrect the 4 into 1 400 from my younger days.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+hudsonrilke Wouldn't that be good :0)
@Laudrengen7 жыл бұрын
In my opinion these mirrors would do great in a contest to find the uglies bike mirrors of the modern age...
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Hehe, I tend to agree, they are horrible to look at aren't they...sadly you have too!
@mostwanted1928374657 жыл бұрын
this or cbr500r?
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
I've not ridden the Honda so can't really give a valid opinion....that may change though, would love to give the CBR a go...
@mostwanted1928374657 жыл бұрын
i currently own the cbr and its been a great A2 bike. I just miss the aggressive seating position and clipons on the cbr. Thats why my interest is with the rc390 lately but im pretty sure ill keep the cbr.
@garthwatford76267 жыл бұрын
hi Tim do you find the cbr500r exciting enough that you won't get bored of it and need to do your full test? I'm looking to get a sports bike but can't decide between the rc390, r3 and cbr500r or just to redo my test in a couple months and get something bigger
@mostwanted1928374657 жыл бұрын
Garth Watford the cbr has the mose usefull power. Its not my dream bike, the daytona 675 is. So im getting rid of it when i get my full license. I miss the really sporty ergonomics on the cbr but other than that it is the best out of the 3. The rc is a single cyl and the r3 lacks power. Those were the reasons to get the cbr, also the cbr sounds more like a proper bike.
@garthwatford76267 жыл бұрын
Tim hi mate that makes sense. what's the sort of top speed youve had on your cbr500r?
@garycampbell78917 жыл бұрын
You know when you've been tangoed! 🍅
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Gary Campbell :0)
@jojo_jo22127 жыл бұрын
RC390 MY15's mirrors are just this shit that you will hate them so much trust me
@cbaldeagle56 жыл бұрын
hi again, tmf. I think I will try and get the 2018 mirrors for my 2015 model. that was the worse thing about the 2015 model crap mirrors cannot see a thing. bill.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 жыл бұрын
Good plan!
@SkepticalRaptor7 жыл бұрын
Your hatred of white vans is palpable.
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
+Michael Simpson Believe it or not I actually quite like the vans themselves, it's just being stuck behind them I'm not a fan of!
@soufianezarrouk47207 жыл бұрын
CHANGE YOUR INTROO !!!! IT'S NOOT PRO
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
I'm not a pro....when I had a "pro" intro (see my earlier videos) people changed channel during it...so it stays! ;0P
@brucekendall527 жыл бұрын
Tx
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Ty
@alohasnackbar92987 жыл бұрын
and indians say that this bike is uncomfortable
@TheMissendenFlyer7 жыл бұрын
Do they?
@UCBANDIT0097 жыл бұрын
Open roads no. Stop go traffic I wish I rather walk.
@avinashverma28036 жыл бұрын
TheMissendenFlyer good on tracks but miserable on the real road conditions in India!