I’ve always lusted after the KTM Big Duke, for me it’s the ultimate bike… except my 2nd gen FZ1 is about to have its 100k mi anniversary and I can’t imagine the reliability being ANYWHERE comparable to this rolling gremlin. .
Wow the black color on this bike really makes it one of the most badass bikes around, wasn’t sure about the orange color but now i want it in black ASAP 🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥
i love this bike but in india KTM is a very underrated bike because of some so called worst riders but one day i will import this bike to india its my dream 🙂🙂
What you mean underrated??? Ktm india is biggest market of them that's why india have cheap ktm bikes here just do simple research dude. Yeah agree more popular attract more people which some of them defame the brand but it's ok that's not big deal like in foreign too people defame every super sport vehicle so would you stop buying it?? 😂
As I would say that ktm designs even after 6+ years after release will look fresh and futuristic the 2015 duke's are prime example they still look fresh today
I started my KTM adventure with a '17 GT and put about 25k miles and then to a '20 GT that I put about 33k miles. It was written off and without a true Gen 3 GT, I got a '23 R Evo that I have about 4500 miles on and it is an amazing bike. If this is a hint at the '25 GT...I will go back in a heartbeat!
you dont need to hold the starter button. just a brief push and it will krank it until the engine starts. I dont understand why nobody knows it, even my 2005 Ducati S2R 800 has it... I think, correct me if I'm wrong, KTM introduced it with the gen 3 1290 super duke with the new handlebar switch set.
Oh daaaamn Smokey! You are a blessed man! Good for you! Can’t wait for this review. I think my Norden 901 is quick but the 1390! Shiiiiiit. I need one! 🏍️💨
I'm strongly considering one of these as my next bike, looks like a good upgrade from my 636. I haven't really been vibing with inline 4s, so I'm thinking a massive twin is the move. Hopefully they aren't too expensive once they finally arrive in the states 😬
I love the sound of a good 4 in line high revving engine. But I love coming out a corner in 3rd gear and that beast LC8 engine just picking up the front wheel like it's nothing on low rpm's 😁
@@LifeofSmokey I also love the sound, but you really have to work hard to get to the power. Fine on twisty roads, but annoying on city streets. And the 600 body position is awful after more than 30 minutes non stop for me 😬 I knew the compromises when I bought it though.
You seem to be one of the first to get your hands on this bike. I've had a look at the orange one in the shop a few days ago. I can't wait for the full review, and to get your feeling about the benefits of the cam shifting technology on this torque monster. I must say, I enjoy a 1290 SAS daily, but the increase in tank capacity and the appeal of the new engine make the SDR Evo really, really appealing. But the price...
EVO will be so much harder to ride as your SAS. But with the new suspension that might change a lot...we are waiting for license plates so I can ride it. This one was the first in the country by the way. And most of them come in iron racks , I got lucky this one was in a box 😅
I really hoped for that too, didn't like the orange frame on black bike myself. I guess when you twist the throttle you'll forget you have an orange frame lol
Helo buddy I m from India nd today 1st time i see ur video nd trust me ur video make my day vry gud.. I hv ktm rc 390 too❤❤❤ U r vry humble nd kind person.. One day i will meet u definitely
It's a brand called Cochet , it's French. I had everything painted in black and put Brabus wheels underneath it that cost more as the trailer itself 😅🙈
Both....it's personal preference. They are both top notch to ride and I love them both. I'm very used to the LC8 engine so for me the KTM would win just for the engine 😅. But the V4 also nuts!
That doesn’t help at all Smokey lol😂 yes, you’re right excellent engine. Gen4 much more usable with the electronics (wheelie control) . Still though I’m fascinated by v4 engines. Seem the best of both worlds- v2 and inline4
Thanks for this, Smokey. When you do your review on the bike, can you go deep in depth to the various modes? Especially the wheelie and pro start mode.
The factory start and suspension....dude it's freaking rocket science 😂. The amount of settings and what it can do is over the top. But when it has plates , will take some time I will ride it asap and talk about it 😁👌
good video bud do you have to pay extra for the quick shifter and slide assist and all the other things, I notice Demo at the top dose that mean it turns off at first service ????????????
Hi great Video! Thank you very much!!! I have a question. I would be happy if you could answer briefly and thank you in advance. What kind of motorcycle trailer is that at the end of the video and how does it work? Regards Alex
0:40 imagine what a repair cost that would have been if it really would have been that super dukey inside that box 😶😬and the next thing would be KTM themselves calling to uncle smokey about not opening the box peacefully 🙄🤣 and it's hard to say if im more of a cat or dog person i love both of em' 👍 it would also be really cool seeing smokey riding this 1390 beast on a track somewhere.
I have a 1190 Adventure and I can't imagine having that much power. However, I will inevitably trade for a 1390 Adventure if they share the engine (which I hope is likely).
In black it really does look 🔥🔥🔥
I’ve always lusted after the KTM Big Duke, for me it’s the ultimate bike… except my 2nd gen FZ1 is about to have its 100k mi anniversary and I can’t imagine the reliability being ANYWHERE comparable to this rolling gremlin. .
Congrats, I had the first gen FZ1, my second favorite bike I’ve ever owned.
if you don't want potential headaches, I would stay away from KTMs (I unfortunately had to find out the hard way)
My 2020 SDR has been great. No major issues. Best bike I’ve owned yet. Should be a good deal on gen 3’s now.
Cool story bro
@@kmfiz wow, three years old? Really stood the test of time lol how many miles?
Wow the black color on this bike really makes it one of the most badass bikes around, wasn’t sure about the orange color but now i want it in black ASAP 🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥
I like it too. Matte black however is a problem for me, once you scratch it slightly you’re fucked
i love this bike but in india KTM is a very underrated bike because of some so called worst riders but one day i will import this bike to india its my dream 🙂🙂
CHAPRI RIDERS destroyed such a good brand :(
It's launching later this year buddy. And these day every bike is getting labelled as chapri
What you mean underrated??? Ktm india is biggest market of them that's why india have cheap ktm bikes here just do simple research dude. Yeah agree more popular attract more people which some of them defame the brand but it's ok that's not big deal like in foreign too people defame every super sport vehicle so would you stop buying it?? 😂
My dream is
HONDA CBR 1000 RR-R FIREBLADE SP
Same here❤
As I would say that ktm designs even after 6+ years after release will look fresh and futuristic the 2015 duke's are prime example they still look fresh today
30 years of Dukie.
First time I like the looks of a KTM
Great video as always Smokey.. Can't wait for the GT version 😍
I started my KTM adventure with a '17 GT and put about 25k miles and then to a '20 GT that I put about 33k miles. It was written off and without a true Gen 3 GT, I got a '23 R Evo that I have about 4500 miles on and it is an amazing bike. If this is a hint at the '25 GT...I will go back in a heartbeat!
@@My347LX 👌🏻
Thanks for this unboxing ;)
These unboxing videos are so satisfying, lol
I have more coming :-)
This is my all time favorite bike and the Ducati!
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Man, I really like the look of this motorcycle.
It looks good in black. If it had the headlight from 1290 2018 or something similar it would be awesome
Your video is masterpiece as always. Manner of presenting material, humor, everything 👍
best unboxing video ever, i really enjoyed :)
everything is perfect except the headlight
🤤🤤🤤🤤 Imagine opening that on Christmas morning !. Thanks for the awesome video Smokey 👍👍. Was that an improved indicator switch/button I saw ?
Good question also , will do a full review when it has plates 😁
That headlight will desperately need a cover to stop all the bugs!
That’s the first thing I thought when I saw that front, no fun cleaning the bugs off. My gen 3 is easy to clean. 5 min wipe down, I’m on the road.
But there is the intake behind it😢
That will block air intake........😂😂😂
Looks incredible, I might have to get one of those so I can lose my licence!
Can’t wait to see you off-road on it!!
DON'T FORGET THE MOTOCROSS SIDECAR THAT BOLTS ON......
WITH A TUBE TO HANG ONTO..
“Tools you will never need because it’s a KTM and will never break down” 👀
Awesome Smokey
you dont need to hold the starter button. just a brief push and it will krank it until the engine starts. I dont understand why nobody knows it, even my 2005 Ducati S2R 800 has it... I think, correct me if I'm wrong, KTM introduced it with the gen 3 1290 super duke with the new handlebar switch set.
I know it , even my 1290 SAR has is, but after riding and reviewing so many biked this year I can't keep track of what bikes has this and not 😂🙈
i think this is the best looking naked bike so far.
That bike is a beauty..
It's Looks Insane 🔥‼️
❤️❤️❤️ from INDIA 🇮🇳😌😍😘👌
Jupla, wat een monster machine , heb er schrik van :) maar niet voor lang! top job smokey-man. Goeie soundtrack ook :) zowel de motor als je film.
damn smokey sick bike bro!!!!
Oh daaaamn Smokey!
You are a blessed man!
Good for you!
Can’t wait for this review.
I think my Norden 901 is quick but the 1390!
Shiiiiiit. I need one!
🏍️💨
Monday back to KTM , unboxing a new Norden 2024. Specially for you haha 😁
I can feel the power of that engine.
I love the new head lights. After all it is Predator!
At this point we’re basically riding spaceships 🚀
Very nice, looks great in black 👍
The predator !!
The most BRUTAL/COOLEST/BEST big , naked Motor Bike in 2024...I only would order it with a better looking (louder?) Sport Exhaust !!!
My wishlist superbike ever !!!
I'm strongly considering one of these as my next bike, looks like a good upgrade from my 636. I haven't really been vibing with inline 4s, so I'm thinking a massive twin is the move.
Hopefully they aren't too expensive once they finally arrive in the states 😬
This LC8 twin is tops in my book. I have the gen 3. The tourqe is something else. You can have so much fun without revving it to the moon.
Definitely a big step up. It'll wheelie the first 3 gears easy unless you have wheelie control on.
I love the sound of a good 4 in line high revving engine. But I love coming out a corner in 3rd gear and that beast LC8 engine just picking up the front wheel like it's nothing on low rpm's 😁
@@LifeofSmokey I also love the sound, but you really have to work hard to get to the power. Fine on twisty roads, but annoying on city streets. And the 600 body position is awful after more than 30 minutes non stop for me 😬 I knew the compromises when I bought it though.
$21,500 base price in the US. See the Evo will be the only option for 2024 too.
The headlight looks dope with lights on!!!
That thing looks bad a** smoky. I've been waiting for this review.
Where did you get that bike trailer pls?
I had to laugh that hard at 08:19 😂😂😂😂 You got me!
Daaaang ❤️🔥🤤✨
Great video!
I've got a very similar bike/tow wagon combo to you! Just a bit older. S212 E63 and Gen 2 1290r 👌 Brilliant machines!
Very cool! 😎👌
You seem to be one of the first to get your hands on this bike. I've had a look at the orange one in the shop a few days ago. I can't wait for the full review, and to get your feeling about the benefits of the cam shifting technology on this torque monster. I must say, I enjoy a 1290 SAS daily, but the increase in tank capacity and the appeal of the new engine make the SDR Evo really, really appealing. But the price...
EVO will be so much harder to ride as your SAS. But with the new suspension that might change a lot...we are waiting for license plates so I can ride it. This one was the first in the country by the way. And most of them come in iron racks , I got lucky this one was in a box 😅
HELMET YOOOP RICKK
Love the bike obviously.. but that trailer was pretty cool also !
Salve do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 Uma pena essa nave não ser lançada no Brazil 🇧🇷 ,moto linda demais 😍👏🏼 KTM sempre a frente do seu tempo ☀️
IMO: 1390 looks way better than 1290. And this black version is just A+.
Great bike.
Have the Gen 3, and I have to say, I really hate the front light of the new Gen 4. I'll skip it for now!! 😊
Danke für das zeigen der Shiftcam!
This bike is clearly overpowered.
6:05 Thank you i really needed that bit
Smokey this is very good bike😊
if they made an option with a blacked out frame too it'd be slick
Thought the same thing as I flirt with the idea of upgrading from my 18'
I really hoped for that too, didn't like the orange frame on black bike myself. I guess when you twist the throttle you'll forget you have an orange frame lol
I want this bike (in black) SO BAD! I'm probably going to be like, what? $25k USD poorer? Had 2020 version of the 1290 EVO, and I LOVED that bike.
HELL YEAH
Nice unboxing video 🔥👍
When are they releasing the 990 duke R, because base models are meh....
Great video, but.....Can we talk about that bike Trailer for just a second? That looks awesome. What is it?
Cochet French brand. I just pimped it out. Everything painted black , Brabus wheels under it like my car to fit the total picture 😎
I want more sound!
Cool bike
Absolutely monster bike and headlight are like ready to hunt 💪🔥👍
That was a proper unboxing, not like taking a phone out of a box lol.
Helo buddy I m from India nd today 1st time i see ur video nd trust me ur video make my day vry gud..
I hv ktm rc 390 too❤❤❤
U r vry humble nd kind person..
One day i will meet u definitely
next step, put a v3.0 frontlight on this ^^
Hello Smokey.
Awesome ride and awesome video.
Where did you buy the motorcycle trailer?
Or did you build it yourself?
It's a brand called Cochet , it's French. I had everything painted in black and put Brabus wheels underneath it that cost more as the trailer itself 😅🙈
Stunning bike. I LOVE the headlamp. Looks like a predator alien.
In the market for new bike later in the year. This or the SFV4 if you had to choose?
Both....it's personal preference. They are both top notch to ride and I love them both. I'm very used to the LC8 engine so for me the KTM would win just for the engine 😅. But the V4 also nuts!
That doesn’t help at all Smokey lol😂 yes, you’re right excellent engine. Gen4 much more usable with the electronics (wheelie control) . Still though I’m fascinated by v4 engines. Seem the best of both worlds- v2 and inline4
Thanks for this, Smokey. When you do your review on the bike, can you go deep in depth to the various modes? Especially the wheelie and pro start mode.
The factory start and suspension....dude it's freaking rocket science 😂. The amount of settings and what it can do is over the top. But when it has plates , will take some time I will ride it asap and talk about it 😁👌
You could do some video just about this new wheelie mode and show how does it work on each of 5 levels of wheelie control. That would be sweet 😎👍🏻
Sounds fun and scary 😂
@@LifeofSmokey c'mon Smokey I know that you don't get scared easily 😅
Love this video because No fu****king background music...Go on bro
Smokey! Are you going to do more 1390 videos?
What's your preference this or the Ducati Streetfighter V4?
Yeah waiting for license plates from Austria 🙈. Both bikes are fun 😁
Thanks for explaining the shift cam technology pretty interesting
Is it possible to change that headlight with the old one..🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
KTM must have been in touch after all. Did they tell you any nuggets about the new 1390 SAR that you can share??
Yeah , don't hope for it in 2024 😅🙈
When do we get Full well n road review 'Smokey'..?
It is 2024 now😁
KTM still waiting for Austrian plates 🙈
good video bud do you have to pay extra for the quick shifter and slide assist and all the other things, I notice Demo at the top dose that mean it turns off at first service ????????????
There is an optional race software package yeah. Quickshifter is stock 🙂
Man I've been bugging my dealer non stop but still no ETA when I can even order it.
forget the bike, what is that sweet little trailer setup? Awesome.
Oh and new Duke is pretty wild to.
Beautiful colour is it a Matt black
The front mask ist a declaration of war. Well done Kiska.
Suzuki vs KTM?
you two guys are cool❤
Hi great Video! Thank you very much!!!
I have a question. I would be happy if you could answer briefly and thank you in advance.
What kind of motorcycle trailer is that at the end of the video and how does it work?
Regards Alex
It's a Cochet and I tuned it , will show how it works in a dedicated video 😌
@@LifeofSmokey that would be great 😊
Excelent 💪🏻👍🏻👍🏻🔥💥
Epic video :D
Rich mans hobby!!!!
Who's the rich guy?
@@LifeofSmokey People who can afford these 👍
@@HarryCallahan-tf3qragree , +20.000€ is a lot of money for many 😓.
nice video！
Can 1290‘s system be updated to 1390‘s？1290‘s system ui is too old😢
0:40 imagine what a repair cost that would have been if it really would have been that super dukey inside that box 😶😬and the next thing would be KTM themselves calling to uncle smokey about not opening the box peacefully 🙄🤣 and it's hard to say if im more of a cat or dog person i love both of em' 👍 it would also be really cool seeing smokey riding this 1390 beast on a track somewhere.
I don't know if I like the new headlight. I think it could have been a bit narrower like the previous one.
would be cool to see if i wanted to would be able to change the trans rod
Nice bike! What kind of transport trailer is that? It’s nice.
Cochet , French brand. I pimped it out 😁
Awesome video! What motorcycle ramp is that?
Now get rid of the cat and install some good exhaust so we can hear the real sound of this beautiful engine
Decat it with an Austin Racing 😂🙈
@@LifeofSmokey hell yeah!
Hello brother I am from India 🇮🇳I want this bike 😍😍😍
Loving it 😈 monster 1390/and your presenting style is awesome..I'm immediately subscribed your channel..and all the way from nepal.
Another beast.
I have a 1190 Adventure and I can't imagine having that much power. However, I will inevitably trade for a 1390 Adventure if they share the engine (which I hope is likely).
Yep they will , tuned down to 175Hp most likely , but it will be 2025 or so :-)
Ela é bicilindrica ?
“The big seat” aka alcantara pizza slice
This must be a world first for the 1390. Quick get the review out and your views will go bonkers 😎
It is indeed a world's first. It's the first one in the country. Waiting for Austrian plates haha. Gonna take some time 🙈
too nice to have this monster. my dream bike. I'll get you in a few years. SUPERDUKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hope you gonna post more content about new super Duke.
That's the plan! 😁