Commuting on the KTM 790 Duke
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- My first commute on the 790. You'll find my impressions on this first ride at the end of the video.
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This bike sounds awesome even with the stock system!
Renegade imagine with a ixrace mk2
Ace review. The thrum sound is lovely, no doubt more decibels will improve it. That fueling issue, could be an excuse to ignore the 790 at least for a few months. Shame emission tests are still charades where certain road/rev speeds means ktm have probably tuned in troughs for it to pass.
Do you not have to use indicators on a motorcycle in London ever?
Of course, but the movement of a thumb is not always visible...
I don't know about you but I can clearly see RJ's left thumb and the indicator switch throughout most of the video. Feel free to show me where uses the indicators once, amongst all that traffic.
Wich exhaust do you use on her😍😍
ktm motorcycles look amazing but those mirrors make me cringe so many better designs could have been used.
They had to cut down on costs somewhere... its one hell of a deal for the technology they put into this thing anyways. They probably produced like a million of them in 2007 or so and have to get rid of them now haha
You've got my thumb up on that , absolutely horrendous ( like most stock mirrors on naked bikes nowadays )
I kinda like them, better than the circle ones that other bikes have :)
People who can afford a big bike like the Dukes always get aftermarket mirrors anyways
It's once because of costs but in the First place because of them having to many of thous Mirrors laying around everywhere and just wanting to get rid of them.
That Off-throttle sound !!!
Ibrahim Adouni crackle-crackle
Amazing how your speedo blurs out when you drive fast 🤔
Yea, neat feature isn't it?
I thought I was the only one to notice haha
Yet it’s pointless doing it because of the line markings on the road 😂
Two words... Freaking awesome!
Such an beautiful sounding motorcycle
Sounds like a great bike, RJ, although I hope it doesn't remove the Nuda from my viewing! Thanks for the scrupulously frank and detailed feedback on the 790. I'm sure they'll be aftermarket fixes for the lean hunt/surge issue, but it goes to show that you can't really trust the journos to be completely accurate as their ad-revenue depends on glossing over the drawbacks.
The little pops on engine braking sound nice, reminds me of your S1000R
Roland Brown wrote for Cycleworld on march 9th: My only real criticism of the 790’s power train is that didn’t particularly like slow speeds at steady throttle opening-the fuel system seemed to be hunting slightly for the right delivery. This wasn’t remotely annoying when briefly riding through a few sleepy Spanish villages, but might be more so on a city commute.
@royaljordanian would you rather have this or the 701 vitpilen?
I’m thinking to get this or a street triple for my A2... decisions decisions
xBundem in germany a street triple isnt a2 conform.. What s up with the z900?
hagekorn 1 There are some euro spec street triple which fit A2 category also triumph have made a street triple which is 660cc and is made for A2
790 duke of course....
Pops and cracks the whole time you let of the throttle
Stefanos Gorgis Imagine with a aftermarket exhaust...
Ionut Botizatu full carbon akrapovic
code name noob yeeahh
Why dont ktm change the mirrors they are using the same for all the duke series starting from 125cc
praveen yenda Even the supermotos have these, luckily I changed them
I just realised this video is from 2018? The new 790 (2023) supposedly has fueling issues worked out, but good review and summary!
Do you still own it though? i still have my 2018, then again i dont live in london and can use most of the power so fuelling I've never thought to be an issue, it adds character and for town you just put it in street mode and its fine. I would like to try the 890 more spec'd out version.
I want RJ to buy the 790. .😍😍😍
Arjun V dev just to hear a akrapovic with is quality microphone 👌😁
Does KTM do ECU patches to fix the fueling problem? Damn I hope this fixed by the time it comes to the US. :(
Its therapeutic to watch you filter through london's traffic sometimes. You just do it so perfectly lol. Great video.
Rj, I,ve got the 2017 390 duke and in town 3rd gear 35mph, it’s shite......
That stock exhaust sound awesome!!! This is 100% the bike that I'm going to by asasp
I have same feeling with gears, works very smooth but you dont't feel it, and it's easy to miss neutral for the first time
Which do you prefer, the Husqvarna 900 or the Ktm 790?
Indicate properly mate. Also sitting up people's arse is stupid on a motorcycle.
Stock exhaust ! ?? 😴😍👌
Yes it is!
Is the popping sound the exhaust or the mic?
x d good question
It’s the exhaust
Great review RJ and that 790 sounds incredible (considering it's stock!)Sadly here in the states my local dealer tells me it won't be available for at least several more months.Looking forward to your continuing review of this machine.Nice work brother and many blessings.
how can you filter between a bus and a truck.. madness
awesome video . can you do a review on the cb125r exmotion
RJ me encanta tus videos nunca me pierdo ninguno como me gustaria tener todas tus motos pero aca en argentina son muy caras y la nuda no se consiguen saludos muy grande y un abrazo amigo. no se ingles solo español
That 790 looks and sounds fantastic!
I'm French and i love your videos ! Continue !
I want one! Beautiful bike and great review! Looking forward to more on this bike 👍🏻🇨🇦
smalltownmoto 1 Likewise fellow Canuck :)
Omg how can a stock exhaust sound sooooo gooooood!! 😍😍
does anyone consider this safe riding? I am curious as i ride like this as well but watching it and putting myself in a cops mind, is this weaving between cars considered slightly reckless or is this a safe way for everyone on the road?
Everybody outside his house takes certain and uncertain risks. When you display a really constant 360° awareness, you mostly can react in time. Important is not to get distracted by non-related things. Filtering demands very high awareness, but is doable, as RJ proves for a number of years now.
Enjoy and ride safe.
Should i get one as my first bike?
sounds lovely on the over run !
Wow, lot of clicks. Why ?? Its normaly urban Drive. This bike is Build for corners.
Are you still happy with this bike?
This 'hunting and searching' you mentioned. Is this about fuel management and delivery? Is it a jerky ride because its trying to be fuel efficient?
8:13 RJ, is there any way to solve the issue of hunting (ECU reflash, for instance)? I'd buy this as my daily commuter, so that'd be a pretty serious problem to have...
Hi RoyalJordanian, sorry can you pls be more specific about the fueling. "It hunts and searches" what does that mean? Thanks in advance!
Hey RJ, why do you need to switch modes to see the fuelling? Isnt there a regular fuelgeuge or what ever?
I ride an Hornet 600 1999, so i have no fuelgauge at all >.
I do commuting also with my Duke 790 in Berlin. But i am far far away from your driving Skills. I cant do that in Berlin. :) Respect!
Blurring out your speed should be illegal. It's pretty obvious you're going over the speed limit, I hope you get fined!
Maybe you can apply the same technique to you Train Spotting videos. I hope you spot the train of your dreams.
Get a life. I bet you've NEVER sped in your life....
كم عربي يتابع Rj👌🤙
I am using JBL headphones and the quality of the exhaust sound is little bit muddy, but is very nice and deep sound, i must hear it in person so i can compare it better.
Thank you for the video.
I think 44teeth did mentions some surging at low speed when they went through town in Gran Canaria. All in all pretty positive opinions on the bike from all the reviews I have read and watched!
Those bloody mirrors!! They are hideous. I have the same ones on my 390 Duke and its the only thing I don't like about the bike!!!
When you cut the gas it looks brutal, as if the bike is sinking a little bit. Is that just an impression ? However, very good video as always :) Viewer from France
Nice video! :O What action camera do you use? Looking for one for my road legal quad bike helmet :D.. Thanks!
Hey RJ been a fan of your videos for quite a while now. You seem to get your hands on some of my favourite motorcycles. Just two questions how does it compare to the post 2015 Duke 690s seeing that you loved that too? I personally right now wouldn’t see myself upgrading to this. Should i?
Everyone is different and many people judge a bike by the specs, nothing gives you a better impression than a ride and the feeling the bike transmits through the seat/bars/pegs. To me, those first impressions are extremely important, It's almost like I don't want a bike that grows on me, I want a bike that impresses me from the get go.
Thanks for the response, that is a pretty damn good way to look at things!! One thing that i do really respect and love about KTM though is that they are always looking/willing to innovate and improve (essentially what won me over to the brand). Hopefully will get to try the 790 someday
Ktm are notorious for running lean, I fitted a rapid bike easy on my 390 duke and it helped smooth out a lot of that mess.
I don’t have any idea about bikes but I love watching RJ videos, I have seen many of Daily Observations and I freakin love them. And I also have learn some good things from his videos and it’s good to know the bikers are nice with each other specially with the other bikers.
What happened with the Zero test ride?, i'm looking forward for it.
due to lack of my time, it will happen Mid may when I get back from my next tour.
I know I am a bit one-sided cause I already bought the 790 and yeah it s a great bike so far but it s a bike which wasn't build for the city, but you'r right thats a point if you want to ride in the city. And one the best parts is the stock exhaust!
And, where do you mount your microphone when you rode this bike? Was it strapped to the exhaust? The sound is very meaty.
How do you make GoPro footage so sharp even in that cloudy weather? 🤔 Mine looks like its 480p even if i play with it in premiere pro
KTM do make some awesome bikes don't they. For me personally RJ your Superduke is your best bike, I love it!
Really love the KTM’s, just wish they’d put some nice mirrors on from factory! They just look too boxy
which exhaust is this? Yoshimura?
The hunting and surging is the same in the Duke 390. I just had to use the clutch to smooth out the ride at low speeds especially when filtering.
For the standard exhaust that sounds lovely, almost dare i say, Nudaesque, like you say with aftermarket pipe it should be epic!
Hello RJ. Can you compare it to the Nuda? How is the power delivery, ride quality and comfort?
I’ve already put down a deposit on 790 duke! I’ll getting it around may can’t wait!
What slip-ons are you using on the 790 Duke RJ?
Not my bike, had standard exhaust
RJ, I think you just sold a 100 units of this motorcycle after watching this video!
I want a new bike but I’m slow to lose my ninja. I don’t know where to go next. More research needed. Test drives it is.
Hows the D790 compared to other twins...MT 07 mate ??? ;D ;)) ;)
Sounds awesome for stock. Almost like the SDR..almost.
790cc two cylinders with 105hp freaking fast and awesome
I hope to have it as a second bike I tried less than 30 minutes and it was pure love ... great job RJ
Do you know if there's any remapping to fix the fuelling that goes on when they add an Akra pipe?
Sweet Spot Size of a Bike ;)
Enjoyed the Raw Ride & the Info shared afterwards...
Look fwd to the next updates for it, too
Thats going to be a killer engine in the off-road 790R too...can’t wait
How does it compare with the Nuda? Is it a worthy opponent or is the Nuda in a whole other league?
Why haven't you added a cruiser motorcycle to your collection?
this beauty was my first option till I tried SHIVER 900 :)))
I didn't understand the fueling and hunting and searching, can someone explain that please?
"Commuting and Filtering made look easy by Royal Jordanian".
Is it having a up/down auto blipper? please let me know.
Will be interesting to hear a de-dated and pipe sound. Sounds similar to the nuda kinda
Thx for your description and impressions. Cheers from VA.
why do u guys have that zigzag lines on the road.????? what does that mean.????
Have a nice day Royal Sir, love your videos
Nice video tnx alot now i need to know about 790 duke vs mt 09 2018
I have a huge problem, I tried the 790 and now i want one -.-
That moment the throttle gets hammered. Jesus, moved like shit off a shovel
Great video Very informative. Question on the fueling I would be doing a lot of low speed commuting. In nyc. From 1-10. 1 would be a street triple with perfect fueling. 10 would be say a Fz09 with shit fueling. Where would you put this bike. I really love the bike but. I really hate Poor fueling on bikes
Never rode the two bikes you mentioned, you need to try it for yourself. It's not terrible but it depends on you, I'm over sensitive to fuelling issues, others may not be.
nobody has done a top speed video..or a 0-100 time...Its ur time.
RJ's motorcycle noises are spot on!!! TAKATAKATAKA!
That hunt & surge at no-load speeds is the main problem I have on my 2019 Duke 390. It's a that-grin-on-your-face bike everytime you twist the throttle, alas the bike has difficulty in keeping the same speed in city traffic.. I always thought it's somewhat inherent characteristics of the single-cylinder motor.
i'ts the characteristics of the emission standards. EC
U remap might help
3:00 switching to hyper-loop mode to see how many people it hasnt got to work.
I could do your videos because I ride exactly the same why you do :)
Hey RJ tell us about your experience on KTM Duke 790
Thanks for the vid. Please can we see the old DT 360 again some time?
it's like snap, crackle and pop are sitting in the exhaust.
My dream street bike