Your production quality is amazing, but more than that, your efforts really stand out. The fact that you care about the content being equal parts entertaining and honest is beautifully obvious. Bravo, RF9, keep up the good work.
I completely agree. The bits added for entertainment do not dilute the information density of this video. So the video is not just fun to watch, it covers so many aspects over its duration, the good and the bad. All in all, a well balanced and high quality review video. Excellent work!
Hey Guys! Thanks for watching. We plan to release a motorcycle review every second Thursday. We use our Instagram to share behind the scenes photos, videos, and stories of the reviews we are working on. instagram.com/fortnine Shameless self promoting plug over. ~TeamF9
Meh, you'll spend most of your video reviewing the exact same bike criticizing it rather than reviewing it like you do every and any other bike other than the Yamaha r3. I've seen enough of your videos that I have room to state that much.
Yeah, reliability has been an issue for me. But after my Duke's entire engine, two fuel pumps, display console and throttle body were replaced, it has had fewer troubles.
Sourav Roy Yes, mine, a friend's and many others I would see at the service centre. Mine is a 2012 Duke 200 so the fact that it is an early batch unit is also a factor. I have been careful about the fuel level too. They have been unreliable I'm general. A friend of mine just takes apart the stock pump and replaces the motor with that from Denso. That does the trick. Maybe next time. Yes, 2016 bikes had many improvements. The Duke 390 had many issues corrected like the valve bending and camshaft scoring issue. Many parts are super reliable now while others are just terrible. KTM is just a little better than RE that way.
Yeah KTM are WILDLY unreliable....far worse than Ducati these days actually. Already several well-documented issues with the 390 motor. I owned a KTM 690 SMC not too long ago and it was a complete piece of crap. The first gen 690 engine is crap.... constantly stalling and bucking and kicking until 4,000 RPM. Frankly I don't even know how it left the factory like this...unridable. KTM uses two computers so it costs you a very cheap 2 grand to even attempt to fix the issue. Now onto the supermoto issues.....and ALL of them have this issue. All of them have a leaking gas tank, broken seat, melting turn signals, leaking gauge cluster. Not to mention that the suspension was not up to par and the transmission was garbage as well with false neutrals a common occurence. I wouldn't buy another KTM unless a model had been out for some time without any major issues (let the early adopters bite the bullet)...unfortunately this is not the case. KTM = Keep Taking Money
It's for the better when you're doing this type of riding in the rain, mud & cold. You don't want to be freezing your butt off too. KTM aren't fools, they thought of everything. ;)
This channel should be a household name. The production quality and narration is better than any channel on TH-cam. No other channel has the same level of magic.
This is hands down one of the best bike reviews I have ever seen. Guys please please please keep this up. It's like watching the old top gear, only for bikes =D loving it!
Top gear was just crap. I want to hear specs and hear how the bike actually rides not some retarded morons who do stupid challenges. Fortnine is way ahead of these clowns.
Outstanding video. Holliwood must cry. Good sense of humor, intelligent, fool of information, brilliant direction. One of the top video chanel on my TH-cam list. Huge respect.
No idea why you're bringing this level of production, writing, and execution to a bike review! No one deserves such a high quality effort, but I thank you all the same. Cheers!
Still love this video. It was instrumental in my decision between a Beemer and a Katoom. I chose to go with the KTM, but could never figure out if I wanted an S or an R. So I found a '16 "T" version and got a 2nd set of wheels (alloys) for it. 3 years with the bike and it is still a thrill every time I ride it.
Amazing production, buddy. Feels like you have a complete team by your side, and that you have found your spot (and a couple of those in fact, stunning background and drones shots!) Keep on the good work.
Now this was a very high quality content guys. The beginning was cinematic enough, the 'amateur home video' overlay in the beginning after "contact" was a nice touch. Keep up the great work. Also, if you have contacts in KTM, kindly ask them about the upcoming KTM Adventure 390 as well. Thanks. Wishes from India.
Great motorcycle review. Smart, funny, to the point and useful information. I can look up specs anywhere, but its great to get an honest review from someone who has ridden the motorcycle in real world scenarios. Great job!
You just set a benchmark for bike reviews. I am nearly....nearly contemplating selling my 1190 R for one of these. Or just upgrade the wheels, add the floppy engine heat cover (under the seat) and get it re-tuned for more horses.
Take the 1290 for a test ride and comment back here with your findings ;) .., I am guessing you already have a great bike but would like to hear what your view is (in comparison) as a long time 1190 R owner
I have a 1290SAR now but I still watch this video whenever it shows up on my feed. I believe the power this bike has comes with loads of hot sauce and I love the way the brake feels but coming from a Sportster a Vespa would probably feel better. The off-road side of this bike is absolutely incredible for what it is and the road side is fantastic also🤙
Damn your reviews are as informative as they are entertaining. And the production level is at top level! Well done and thanks fellow biker, keep them coming :)
You're really killing it here. I love your reviews as they are blunt and too the point. You don't coat it in a shiney sales coat like so many others and that makes it easy seek out your opinion. This video has a great story line, I love the production and edits/transitions are perfectly timed. You add enough levity to make it fun to watch. I have an R1200GSAW and it is my dream bike, watching this gives me goose bumps despite the choice to stick to the BMW. I have a good friend though who this bike as you have illustrated is just the thing he couldn't find before! Keep Rocking FortNine!
Just want you to know this video is the definitive spark that got me interested in ADV motorcycles. I almost went with the KTM 1090 but I got a screaming deal on a Triumph Tiger. Changed over from a Harley street bob and while I loved the cruiser days, I've enjoyed my Tiger so much know I will never look back.
Your intro was so kick ass for a split second I thought I had hit the wrong channel. You do nothing but continue to improve. Good on you sir. Please continue showing products that are beneficial
I feel like I'm watching the old Top Gear, the production value of your vids is top notch man! However I could just binge watch Top Gear and happily waste an entire week of my life but all of your reviews are over in an hour, and now I have to find something else to do with my life. Anyway just subbed, keep the awesome vids coming dude. Peace from New Zealand
I have a 2017 SAR, I had a 1200GSA before that. The GSA is more refined, but the KTM is bonkers. When I ride it I channel Palpatine's unlimited power. Thank goodness the top speed is limited, lmao.
My brother-in-law lend me his ktm bike to ride for a couple of weeks and since then i fell iin love with ktm bikes. If i could afford one Id be the happiest man in the world❤
Great review, although I would be scared to take this bike off-road as a owner. I mean how much does it cost to replace that headlight, or the dash when it breaks? We all know what off-road is like, you just can't predict everything. I be honest, with this bike I'm not scared that it would break my arm or leg, but my wallet. Looking forward for more bike reviews, well done!!
I know everyone always says it, but my goodness, yall's production quality is incredible. Who funds this venture? Great channel, I watch your videos on bikes I'm not even a fan of, because they are all like miniature movies. And because you are the most honest motorcycle reviewer there is on TH-cam. Period.
This excites me. I love my heavy underpowered pig and what its aftermarket availability, ease of maintenance and modification, and manageable price point have brought me. It did commendably on my 2600 total mile trip from the southern United States to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan on Lake Superior, though it was held together almost solely by zip ties by the end of it.. That KLR life!!
It is ridiculous how much I liked a video about an ADV, when all I care about is trackdays on my supersport lol. Most of the bikes you review I would never consider owning but the videos are amazing.
Your production quality is amazing, but more than that, your efforts really stand out. The fact that you care about the content being equal parts entertaining and honest is beautifully obvious. Bravo, RF9, keep up the good work.
That's what we strive for. Make genuinely honest content with our own spin. Glad you like it!
I completely agree. The bits added for entertainment do not dilute the information density of this video. So the video is not just fun to watch, it covers so many aspects over its duration, the good and the bad. All in all, a well balanced and high quality review video. Excellent work!
I can imagine how amazed you will be with the current quality of fortnine.
@@FortNine man you guys really were ripping off Clarkson for A while huh?
😮😮😮e😮😅😮😢😊e3😅3😮😮
Hey Guys! Thanks for watching. We plan to release a motorcycle review every second Thursday. We use our Instagram to share behind the scenes photos, videos, and stories of the reviews we are working on. instagram.com/fortnine Shameless self promoting plug over. ~TeamF9
A behind the scenes or blooper video on TH-cam would be cool as an infrequent addition to the channel. You rock!
FortNine husqvarna 701 enduro...
You've set the bar pretty high, even to yourselves. What about a review of your F800gsa?
fucks sake guys! you guys should make a movie! ahahahhaa the videos keep getting better and better! Awesome bike btw! Luv your channel.
The quality of this review alone makes me want to buy the bike.
Then I checked my bank account and cried.
agree I want to sell my Super Tenere now and I thought I was stable again after loving the KTM 690 and KTM 1190 and KTM Super Duke GT
Beam Doctor just do it
But do a test ride before
@Wormmu What then? 4 years of heaven and then suicide?
I want to trade my versys650... After watching this video
exactly haha
I didn't know motorcycle reviews could be this good.
Your world is now changed forever. You're welcome.
are you doing a review on the 1090 r?
Would you pick up the 1090 over the 1290 for a "Do-it-all" bike?
It would be my only bike.
FortNine request you to please review the 1090r, i am evaluating between 1090r and africa twin..
@@FortNine No shit bro, you have reached a new level of video education/entertainment
So good. I'm at a loss for words...
Try on these words: Great. Amazing. Superb. Splendid. Terrific.
:)
@@FortNine this video's make me want to Relocate to canada
@@FortNine could you please do a video about a ktm 950/990 adventure?
Say "production values" or "production quality", you can't go wrong LOL
"Just like School Buses and Tanks, this KTM is narrower than the BMW"
Gold
I was already a fan of yalls bike reviews but, as a Transformers fan from when I was a kid, this one was just a bit better. Awesome vid guys.
Changing the bike review game!
Meh, you'll spend most of your video reviewing the exact same bike criticizing it rather than reviewing it like you do every and any other bike other than the Yamaha r3. I've seen enough of your videos that I have room to state that much.
Ayyyy chase bro luv your vids dude
Best motorcycle review video ever in the history of the world!
Captndarty nah, his rew of africa twin is better.
Captndarty Africa Twin review is Top Class indeed!
Inconceivable
Reviewer'
Nope, this is no where as good as the Africa Twin review.
Wow, this is your best video yet. You guys are killing it with these reviews. More please!
More will come
do a mx bike next
@Jeremy Dowling only people that think that are the one's that have either never owned one or bought a 10yr old one. you are so full of shit!
KTM is smashing it lately, definitely thinking about going orange for my next bike in the future
Except if you want the 690 , then the Husky 701 has improved on the KTM version.
yeah except they're unreliable pieces of crap
Yeah, reliability has been an issue for me. But after my Duke's entire engine, two fuel pumps, display console and throttle body were replaced, it has had fewer troubles.
Sourav Roy Yes, mine, a friend's and many others I would see at the service centre. Mine is a 2012 Duke 200 so the fact that it is an early batch unit is also a factor.
I have been careful about the fuel level too. They have been unreliable I'm general. A friend of mine just takes apart the stock pump and replaces the motor with that from Denso. That does the trick. Maybe next time.
Yes, 2016 bikes had many improvements. The Duke 390 had many issues corrected like the valve bending and camshaft scoring issue.
Many parts are super reliable now while others are just terrible. KTM is just a little better than RE that way.
Yeah KTM are WILDLY unreliable....far worse than Ducati these days actually. Already several well-documented issues with the 390 motor. I owned a KTM 690 SMC not too long ago and it was a complete piece of crap. The first gen 690 engine is crap.... constantly stalling and bucking and kicking until 4,000 RPM. Frankly I don't even know how it left the factory like this...unridable. KTM uses two computers so it costs you a very cheap 2 grand to even attempt to fix the issue. Now onto the supermoto issues.....and ALL of them have this issue. All of them have a leaking gas tank, broken seat, melting turn signals, leaking gauge cluster. Not to mention that the suspension was not up to par and the transmission was garbage as well with false neutrals a common occurence. I wouldn't buy another KTM unless a model had been out for some time without any major issues (let the early adopters bite the bullet)...unfortunately this is not the case. KTM = Keep Taking Money
"Heat padding so it only cooks my ass medium rare" lmfao
I like my ass medium rare
It's for the better when you're doing this type of riding in the rain, mud & cold. You don't want to be freezing your butt off too. KTM aren't fools, they thought of everything. ;)
As an owner of an 1190, I can confirm my ass is well done.
The quality of this review is out of this world!! Keep up the good work and bring us ,human beings, more of them!
This is the most underrated channel I've seen
This channel should be a household name. The production quality and narration is better than any channel on TH-cam. No other channel has the same level of magic.
This is hands down one of the best bike reviews I have ever seen. Guys please please please keep this up. It's like watching the old top gear, only for bikes =D loving it!
I was thinking the same
Top gear was just crap. I want to hear specs and hear how the bike actually rides not some retarded morons who do stupid challenges. Fortnine is way ahead of these clowns.
Same! 5 years late but same 😁
3 years later and your work is still one of the best if not the best one out there. Super underrated
One of the most underrated motorcycle channels on utube....deserves a million subscribers easily... Brilliant review... This and many more!
You find the most amazing locations to film. And your production quality is off the charts. Thank you and looking forward to so much more!
The kind of reviews I'm looking when I search for a bike! A+
Your reviews are in a different league than even professional journos. I am impressed, keep up the good work!
Excellent detailed review about what really matters....rideability !!!
This is "Top Gear"-like quality stuff! Seriously!
This is some Top Gear-level production and content quality. Keep up the good work, looking forward to more.
Outstanding video. Holliwood must cry. Good sense of humor, intelligent, fool of information, brilliant direction. One of the top video chanel on my TH-cam list. Huge respect.
FUcking hell this is some quality shit.
No idea why you're bringing this level of production, writing, and execution to a bike review! No one deserves such a high quality effort, but I thank you all the same. Cheers!
Still love this video. It was instrumental in my decision between a Beemer and a Katoom. I chose to go with the KTM, but could never figure out if I wanted an S or an R. So I found a '16 "T" version and got a 2nd set of wheels (alloys) for it. 3 years with the bike and it is still a thrill every time I ride it.
Amazing production, buddy. Feels like you have a complete team by your side, and that you have found your spot (and a couple of those in fact, stunning background and drones shots!) Keep on the good work.
Now this was a very high quality content guys.
The beginning was cinematic enough, the 'amateur home video' overlay in the beginning after "contact" was a nice touch.
Keep up the great work.
Also, if you have contacts in KTM, kindly ask them about the upcoming KTM Adventure 390 as well. Thanks.
Wishes from India.
I literally get goose bumps watching. Production quality out of this world and content best in the world. Thank you F9.
You, sir, are a genius and so is your team! What amazing production!
Great motorcycle review. Smart, funny, to the point and useful information. I can look up specs anywhere, but its great to get an honest review from someone who has ridden the motorcycle in real world scenarios.
Great job!
Insanely good quality reviews and entertaining at the same time.. keep up the good work!!
You just set a benchmark for bike reviews.
I am nearly....nearly contemplating selling my 1190 R for one of these.
Or just upgrade the wheels, add the floppy engine heat cover (under the seat) and get it re-tuned for more horses.
Take the 1290 for a test ride and comment back here with your findings ;)
.., I am guessing you already have a great bike but would like to hear what your view is (in comparison) as a long time 1190 R owner
I have a 1290SAR now but I still watch this video whenever it shows up on my feed. I believe the power this bike has comes with loads of hot sauce and I love the way the brake feels but coming from a Sportster a Vespa would probably feel better. The off-road side of this bike is absolutely incredible for what it is and the road side is fantastic also🤙
One of the few times all the hype a company put into their video actually turns out to be right. Well done once again FortNine
Damn your reviews are as informative as they are entertaining. And the production level is at top level! Well done and thanks fellow biker, keep them coming :)
This is pretty much the best motorcycle channel out there right now, well done mate.
Hardest working innovative bike reviewer out there! And it shows...
How could a motorcycle review be so so good? How do you guys do it? Ryan F9 you are an alien, aren't you???
Your knowledge, skill and experience shine through. Thank you for telling the hard, honest truth about the brand's tested. Subscribed.
You're really killing it here. I love your reviews as they are blunt and too the point. You don't coat it in a shiney sales coat like so many others and that makes it easy seek out your opinion.
This video has a great story line, I love the production and edits/transitions are perfectly timed. You add enough levity to make it fun to watch.
I have an R1200GSAW and it is my dream bike, watching this gives me goose bumps despite the choice to stick to the BMW. I have a good friend though who this bike as you have illustrated is just the thing he couldn't find before!
Keep Rocking FortNine!
Would love to see a 790 review someday if and when you can get your hands on one.
The best motorcycle review I've ever seen. Creating a small backstory brings so much character to the review and bike itself
“motorcycle review”
- video starts of in space 🙃
Your reviews are so good, I feel like buying every bike you review.
"Your human species is-" "Yeah I know"
Dude! Ya killin' me.
Seems like every video is funnier than the last.
Just want you to know this video is the definitive spark that got me interested in ADV motorcycles. I almost went with the KTM 1090 but I got a screaming deal on a Triumph Tiger. Changed over from a Harley street bob and while I loved the cruiser days, I've enjoyed my Tiger so much know I will never look back.
Super video man ! funny and professional as always , keep it up !
PEACE ☮UT ✌ !
Your intro was so kick ass for a split second I thought I had hit the wrong channel. You do nothing but continue to improve. Good on you sir. Please continue showing products that are beneficial
When is the review for the 1090R coming :) ?
I really like your way of story telling. This is more interesting and entertaining than just reading the specs into the camera. Well done.
Looking forward to a KTM 390 Adventure review.
arguably the best motorcycle reviewer in the world. great job by the team.
Brilliant as always Ryan
I feel like I'm watching the old Top Gear, the production value of your vids is top notch man! However I could just binge watch Top Gear and happily waste an entire week of my life but all of your reviews are over in an hour, and now I have to find something else to do with my life. Anyway just subbed, keep the awesome vids coming dude. Peace from New Zealand
Rarely write comments but felt compelled to do so for this one. Fantastic review, keep up the good work.
The most creative and unbiased review of this KTM. Would love a Multistrada Enduro review. Good job F9 !!!
This video is supported by canada tourism!
I mean we were tourists in most of the places we shot... and we are canadian...so yes?
I just love the quality of videos,slo-mos and pans and zoom outs FTW
Where was the abandoned prison site?
@@stevehemphill6976 I think it could be on the Valcartier military base. Not sure tho.
I just rewatch the video for the sheer production quality and presentation skill
WAY better than a michael bay movie.....
Production quality is always top notch! Keep up with the amazing videos.
Great review. These kind of bikes are just strange. They’re like the Goldwings of dirt bikes.
insane production and review value! Thanks for all the hard work that you do!
Where is the video from the 1090R???
MOAR MOAR MOAR
Guys, you've nailed this one. Funny, beautiful, genuinely informative, captivating. TYVM
Gorilla Glass on the dash... Nice! That tops the Multistrada's 'scratch prone' dash... ✔
Wow! another fantastic review, everything is just sooo good. You are now the best motorcycle channel on TH-cam.
About the smartphone display:
"Glass is glass and glass can break"
- popular TH-camr
Jerry rig
scratches at level 6 with deeper grooves at level 7
one of the best reviews that i watched for this particular bike. Keep up the good work guys :)
After shooting this video he brings it back to the dealer. "Thanks for the testride bro"
Okay. This is quite possibly the best review I've ever watched. MOAR!!!
KTM wanted his butt well done but that heat insulation made it medium rare.
Take a bow for this punch
Great review.....and a few LOL's to boot! Still loving how candid you are, don't change! Thank you for all your efforts!
I absolutely love my 1290 SAR
I have a 2017 SAR, I had a 1200GSA before that. The GSA is more refined, but the KTM is bonkers. When I ride it I channel Palpatine's unlimited power. Thank goodness the top speed is limited, lmao.
My brother-in-law lend me his ktm bike to ride for a couple of weeks and since then i fell iin love with ktm bikes. If i could afford one Id be the happiest man in the world❤
Great review, greatings from Mexico
This just might be the best motorcycle review ever. Looking forward to you guys topping this!
Amazing production quality! Could you guys review the 2017 KTM Duke 390?
It almost feels illegal to watch Fortnine for free, my guy your vids are too good
I can't believe how tall these bikes are I went down to look at 1 to possibly buy one you have to be six and a half feet tall the touch the ground
TH-cam video: Pint-Sized Rider Jocelin Snow Taming a Big-Bore GS Is Proof Size Doesn't Matter
I sat on one today. At 6'3 both feet exactly reach the ground. Just. Lean over a bit and I'm on one foot though.
Stupendous cinematography, diction & information dissemination as always :)
I've watched this review so many times that it forced me to buy a KTM
Wow, Great video & review FortNine, keep up the spectacular work Ryan and crew!
Just cheest enough to be hilarious.
Awesome review once again!
Your motorcycle reviews are one on the best on TH-cam in my opinion. Thank you for awesome video.
Great review, although I would be scared to take this bike off-road as a owner. I mean how much does it cost to replace that headlight, or the dash when it breaks? We all know what off-road is like, you just can't predict everything. I be honest, with this bike I'm not scared that it would break my arm or leg, but my wallet. Looking forward for more bike reviews, well done!!
I know everyone always says it, but my goodness, yall's production quality is incredible. Who funds this venture? Great channel, I watch your videos on bikes I'm not even a fan of, because they are all like miniature movies. And because you are the most honest motorcycle reviewer there is on TH-cam. Period.
The next jeremy clarkson
Awesome videos. You take bike reviews to a whole new level. Sometimes your videos are so entertaining that I forget about the bike review itself.
7:05 - did they overdub helicopter sounds over drone footage? XD
I'm blown away by the amazingness of this video, you deserve the Oscar for moto review.
When are you getting your hands on a 1090 Ryan?
I enjoy you pointing things out like the throttle return spring being too strong. Great content and production.
So how about that 1090 adventure review?
Rumour has it, it's still coming. ~RF9
@@FortNine it better be the 790R now :)
Dude, quality you tube work. Sooooo appreciated. I love your reviews.
Awesome review but I don't get the end- were u talking about the 1190?
1090... brand new little brother to the 1290. ~RF9
Is there a review coming for that one to?
I still don't understand why you don't have more followers. These videos are just too good.
Can we get a vid on the cult of the KLR??
Been plotting a video like that for a while... ~RF9
This excites me. I love my heavy underpowered pig and what its aftermarket availability, ease of maintenance and modification, and manageable price point have brought me. It did commendably on my 2600 total mile trip from the southern United States to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan on Lake Superior, though it was held together almost solely by zip ties by the end of it.. That KLR life!!
Christian Mick Bailey i would also luv to see a review on the KLR 650. I own a KLR but buying a 1290 soon :)
It is ridiculous how much I liked a video about an ADV, when all I care about is trackdays on my supersport lol. Most of the bikes you review I would never consider owning but the videos are amazing.
Awesome video as always but please review the Honda cb500f for us A2 class riders :D
Dasorhunter and also the cb500x please, pretty please?
Man, I just love the way you use part of your soul in your videos keep doing it is exhilarating!!!