I'm so glad you made this video, ever since this has come out, I've wanted one so bad. Nobody else has any videos either, at least that are good. Such an amazing looking bike.
Sky King it's a 173hp hyper bike that's made to perform with zero compromizes. a shaft drive is awesome and i personaly would also opt for one, but not for this bike.
My god the drone adds so much more to the videos. It shows the bike from a different perspective. Really nice. Hopefully you will be able to integrate it into the vids while riding. Great purchase. Cheers.
It's true. That cruise control is a pain where it is. When you go to turn the system on, it's near impossible to do it without moving the throttle. I usually reach across with my left hand. The up/down buttons are fine but that on/off has gotta move.
Ed van Andel really? That surprises me! I wouldn't have thought he would want to ride a smaller bike as most of his others are litre plus. Obviously not including the Grom n his classic Yamaha's. I'll look forward to seeing that video! 🏍👍🏻
Couple of Qs: 1. With the panniers on, how wide is it at the back? Is it wider than at the edge of the mirrors/bar ends? 2. Is that a halogen bulb in the lamp? No LED (SD1290 2.0 seems to have LED). 3. Is there a center stand? Maintenance on a long trip would be easier with it.
hey, I want to thank you for al your video`s, you and many other motovloggers/filmers are a reason i`m starting to motovlog in 2017!!! I have to take care of things and prepare, but hope to meet you 1day... Friendly regards from The Netherlands!
Planning on buying one in two days. I get that it's bettwr to have cruise control on the left, but don't see it being that hard to deal with on the right. Put 33K miles on a 2016 XR and never liked the bike. The KTM has everything I'm currently wanting. Weight, power, panniers, cruise control and heated grips, and decent fuel range. Fuess I'll find out soon if it's the right decision!
Careful RJ, between those great drone shots and the smooth transition edits between cuts people might start thinking you're a professional moto-journalist!
good video ! This bike changes, compared to all the R1200 GS you can find, and I really would appreciate a trip with it ! Something else : I think the music at the end is a bit too loud, and you didn't speak loud enougn, but it's great to see the bike from above, with the drone ! Keep up the good work, RJ ! (and to all the grammar nazis : English is not a all my mother language, I've been learnng it for only 5 years, so if I made mistakes, please tell me but don't be rude ;) )
exactly what i was about to say..seems a little bit out of proportions..and it has a low front end, apparently every new naked bike looks like that now and i don't like it at all..seems perfect for a road trip tho
Grumpy Stormtrooper Even though it looks like a Transformer, it still looks like a nice machine. I'm so new at riding, I really can't comment on anything but a bike's looks.....not yet anyway....lol. Hopefully, I'll learn a little more about motorcycles by reading questions and answers in the comments. 😉
For me it was boring compared to sd1290r, but the R had full acra with different map. Would love to hear your thought, does it excite you to ride like nuda, s1000r and nuke do.
I noticed the baffler is still in, shame, the bike looks very practical, but its beauty kind of lost to, love the way you can easely get the cases off, the versys wasnt so easy i remember. 1 question, how does she feel on the bumby roads, potholes and such?
Is it a good starter bike if you want to get to bigger bikes. (ofcourse you will start on a small bike) but if you want to ride bigger bikes the gs or gt??
How is the bike compared to the 1200gs you rode in Africa? Is it anywhere near the refinement and driving of the bimmer? Greetings from the Netherlands!
Mr.RJ just an idea, wouldnt it be better to show us the drone footage at the beggining and maybe a few seconds at the end of the video as a farewell?Love your videos ,keep up the good work!
Shall we expect a long-term review? I'm gonna be trading my 2011 bmw k1300s very soon and I see this bike the only possible substitution/evolution available on the market so far. Would love to hear your comments about it.
In my opinion the sound of the intro is too loud in comparison to your talking. I always turn down the volume for the intro, just to then turn it up again because I cannot hear what you are saying. Other than that, great video as always.
Great review. My question, how does it schloofel? Also, an idea, now that you've got the drone. Those shots were beautiful. Overlay it straight over this clip, so we hear your commentary but get more stable shots, or dynamic angles of the bike. Happy to help out if you need a drone pilot as I left mine in Australia.
RJ please describe 6th gear is it much taller than the R?Any idea on top speed I have heard 270ishor 164mph?What bike will the the GT run with?Thank you just waiting for the snow to stop and break in time is begins.Bought this bike after having the the ultimate hooligan bike 990SMR best machine I have owned after 50 plus bikes including ZX14s Busas several gsxrs 750s 1100s 1000s and a few dedicated track bikes.
Hey RJ and or community, I had a look over the FAQ's and didn't see anything about your mirrors, what are they called wouldn't mind picking up a set for my new bike when I get it, thanks!!!
Hi RJ :- Comparisons of this vs a s1000XR or a R1200GS TE?? How much of a hassle do you think having no centre stand will be? Seems odd for a bike designed for distances? And your opinion of hand guards for one of these? I don't think they can be added 'cos of the way the fairing / steering lock is? I seriously went to my local KTM place (which you use) last year with a view to buy one but they had no demo 1290GT and I wasn't gonna spend £15k buying without riding it.
Hey RJ just wanted to ask if you ever tried out, or maybe planned to test ride a BMW K1300R, Suzuki B King, Yamaha VMAX or a Ducati Diavel? I know they are not as light "compared to your KTM Super Duke" but those Muscle Bikes rly do have something special about them, just like those "older" Japanese Big Bikes with over 1300ccm. Like that german saying "Displacement can not be replaced by anything, except through more Displacement" ;D
Hi RJ, just a question i am coming from a k1300gt and really liking this bike as a replacemwnt, between your s1000r, SDGT and the S Duke which do you prefer and why?
For some reason I have always like the GT more than the R, but I have never ridden one. RJ how is the power delivery and engine braking in this one? Riding the 1290R i felt is a slightly hectic experience, is this a more relaxed drive?
If i may give you a tip try to keep the audio during the video the same. The music during the drone shot is way louder compared to your voice. Other than that great work
Hey RJ. Ive done 7k miles on mine including 2up touring. It is a great do it all bike, comfy over long distance, fast and well equipped... please test the horn when the bike is hot and in traffic, Id be curious if it works! Oh and dont believe the range its KM not miles as indicated!
ash bandicoot they let him ride all of their bikes because they know, he will eventually buy one. He is seriously looking into the new superduke r for example
hey RJ, i love the KTM 1290 r and the 1290 gt, but i got 2 questions about them. -how is the reliability of ktm and the 1290's engine? -does the engine make much mechanical tiking noise? i ride a bmw s1000rr now, but if i change to something new it wil be those ktm's or the bmw s1000r or the s1000xr. love the vids, carry on! grtz from belgium :-)
I'm so glad you made this video, ever since this has come out, I've wanted one so bad. Nobody else has any videos either, at least that are good. Such an amazing looking bike.
YEaaah!!! Bring Mrs RJ and let us know how comfortable the bike is!
Shaft drive and a cup holder of course and I'd be a buyer. Like the 6.1 gallon gas tank and the Pirelli's. Excellent video/editing/drone work btw.
Sky King it's a 173hp hyper bike that's made to perform with zero compromizes. a shaft drive is awesome and i personaly would also opt for one, but not for this bike.
Shaft drive is great if it's mated to a boxer or an inline engine mounted longitudinally. Kinda pointless with a V-twin.
come on RJ, we all know this is just a loaner until your new 1290R 2.0 is ready : )
love the channel, keep up the good work.
That was a great video as usual. Thanks for taking the time and adding the Drone shots, very cool. That Bike looks and sounds awesome.
My god the drone adds so much more to the videos. It shows the bike from a different perspective. Really nice. Hopefully you will be able to integrate it into the vids while riding. Great purchase. Cheers.
if you ever find yourself on the west coast of the US I hope to shake your hand. love every video.
It's true. That cruise control is a pain where it is. When you go to turn the system on, it's near impossible to do it without moving the throttle. I usually reach across with my left hand. The up/down buttons are fine but that on/off has gotta move.
Hi Rj I tested this bike too (video in my channel) and I wanted to now how you liked the wind protection ??
in my opinion one of the best bikes i have seen you ride because it s between a naked and a street perfect .
Pls pls make video on 2017 ktm 390 duke Pls 🙏
Poon Magar U are early sqaud to RJ.
Poon Magar
On FB RJ already promised he would do it.
Great, I just bought a KTM 390 Duke 2017! Glad hes gonna prsent it! :)
Xblade45 I hope so
Ed van Andel really? That surprises me! I wouldn't have thought he would want to ride a smaller bike as most of his others are litre plus. Obviously not including the Grom n his classic Yamaha's. I'll look forward to seeing that video! 🏍👍🏻
If you had to choose between this one and the Duke 2.0, which one do you prefer?
Why am I hearing the birds better than RJ ?!
I gotta give props to KTM because they killed it in the looks department. It's the best looking touring bike I have seen
Couple of Qs:
1. With the panniers on, how wide is it at the back? Is it wider than at the edge of the mirrors/bar ends?
2. Is that a halogen bulb in the lamp? No LED (SD1290 2.0 seems to have LED).
3. Is there a center stand? Maintenance on a long trip would be easier with it.
hey,
I want to thank you for al your video`s, you and many other motovloggers/filmers are a reason i`m starting to motovlog in 2017!!!
I have to take care of things and prepare, but hope to meet you 1day...
Friendly regards from The Netherlands!
Planning on buying one in two days. I get that it's bettwr to have cruise control on the left, but don't see it being that hard to deal with on the right. Put 33K miles on a 2016 XR and never liked the bike. The KTM has everything I'm currently wanting. Weight, power, panniers, cruise control and heated grips, and decent fuel range. Fuess I'll find out soon if it's the right decision!
Careful RJ, between those great drone shots and the smooth transition edits between cuts people might start thinking you're a professional moto-journalist!
beautiful beautiful bike I might actually consider buying one I love that it has the two up capabilities. can't wait for the updates
good video ! This bike changes, compared to all the R1200 GS you can find, and I really would appreciate a trip with it !
Something else : I think the music at the end is a bit too loud, and you didn't speak loud enougn, but it's great to see the bike from above, with the drone ! Keep up the good work, RJ !
(and to all the grammar nazis : English is not a all my mother language, I've been learnng it for only 5 years, so if I made mistakes, please tell me but don't be rude ;) )
AlFa BêTa
Your English is much better than that of a lot of native English speaking subs. 👍
thanks ! ;)
don't you think it looks a bit front - heavy without the two boxes?
Grumpy Stormtrooper It looks like a Transformer....lol.
exactly what i was about to say..seems a little bit out of proportions..and it has a low front end, apparently every new naked bike looks like that now and i don't like it at all..seems perfect for a road trip tho
Grumpy Stormtrooper Even though it looks like a Transformer, it still looks like a nice machine. I'm so new at riding, I really can't comment on anything but a bike's looks.....not yet anyway....lol. Hopefully, I'll learn a little more about motorcycles by reading questions and answers in the comments. 😉
I did think that a bit. But so ANGRY in it's angles, huh?
Always been a fan of half faired bikes. Looks so much more appealing than the naked version despite the aardvark nose
You get used to the cruise control reasonably quickly but it is easier to reset it rather trying to press "resume". Thanks, Ben
Love the music. Reminds me of the Stranger Things series on Netflix. Awesome bike amd great walk/fly around!
Nice video. What are the best and the worst things of this bike?
Can you do a video to show how to remove the single hub rear wheel?
I realy like the GT. Wy don't they put the new display on the bike ? This is the old one from the previous model right ?
Would there be an optional center stand for it? I mean, it's designed for longer trips, and there should be some trouble along the way.
never seen a GT without the panniers. looks very nice.
Watch the music balance, it was way too loud when you swapped to drone. Also, love if you'd review a R1200RS. :)
For me it was boring compared to sd1290r, but the R had full acra with different map. Would love to hear your thought, does it excite you to ride like nuda, s1000r and nuke do.
I noticed the baffler is still in, shame, the bike looks very practical, but its beauty kind of lost to, love the way you can easely get the cases off, the versys wasnt so easy i remember. 1 question, how does she feel on the bumby roads, potholes and such?
I have a question . Why is the weather so crap ?!!! I want to ride my new bike and don't want to get her filthy on her first ride (no innuendos ) .
it's nice to see when you removed the panniers there are no horrible rails .
Looks good, sounds good, is good?
Is it a good starter bike if you want to get to bigger bikes. (ofcourse you will start on a small bike) but if you want to ride bigger bikes the gs or gt??
triumph tiger has the CC also on the throttle side only there its place on the bottom and not the top
Whats going on with the front left caliper? A type of locking system?
Yep, a RoadLok system. Looks like the KTM branded model. www.ktm-parts.com/61012932000.html www.roadlokinternational.com/
As Vic06 said
Thank you 'again'... BTW: Which 1290 do you Prefer..? 'R' or their 'GT'..?
If given the choice would you have the gt or the one you have got now?
How is the bike compared to the 1200gs you rode in Africa? Is it anywhere near the refinement and driving of the bimmer?
Greetings from the Netherlands!
He said early in the video that he'd only ridden it a couple miles so he wouldn't comment on how it is to ride.
brians48now
All questions are collected and answered later. RJ can ride this bike for about 2weeks.
It looks gorgeous.
after you have had the bike for a while could you do a comparison to the BMW 1200gs is it a rival or in a different league.
Hi RJ I have had one since last year, the GT is a great bike, interested to hear what you think.
RJ you should try to set up a test ride on the new triumph 765 in October i think is its release also the duke 790 when never it arrives. :)
lovely looking gt
is this your new yatch RJ?
Cheers! What are your thoughts and feel on the Duke GT's Cornering ABS? Thank you.
How is the riding position different from the R? If it is at all.
What about Tyres. ? And
If you buy it...will you keep the stock Exhaust ?
Such a powerful bike and stupid UK climate conditions, never stopping rain. As a motorcyclist, I'd move from UK if I lived there.
Mr.RJ just an idea, wouldnt it be better to show us the drone footage at the beggining and maybe a few seconds at the end of the video as a farewell?Love your videos ,keep up the good work!
Drone shots are new to me, will get better :)
Rj, would you like to try to ride the bike and let drone follows you ?
Shall we expect a long-term review? I'm gonna be trading my 2011 bmw k1300s very soon and I see this bike the only possible substitution/evolution available on the market so far. Would love to hear your comments about it.
In my opinion the sound of the intro is too loud in comparison to your talking. I always turn down the volume for the intro, just to then turn it up again because I cannot hear what you are saying. Other than that, great video as always.
Great review. My question, how does it schloofel?
Also, an idea, now that you've got the drone. Those shots were beautiful. Overlay it straight over this clip, so we hear your commentary but get more stable shots, or dynamic angles of the bike. Happy to help out if you need a drone pilot as I left mine in Australia.
Like I mean, so we get your talking behind the silent drone shots.
TheBabblingBiker
That's a bit different from mustering sheep! LOL
hahah very true, and from drinking piss - which is an upcoming episode ;)
Touched to know you watch!
TheBabblingBiker
I watch a lot. 😜
RJ you are awesome
RJ please describe 6th gear is it much taller than the R?Any idea on top speed I have heard 270ishor 164mph?What bike will the the GT run with?Thank you just waiting for the snow to stop and break in time is begins.Bought this bike after having the the ultimate hooligan bike 990SMR best machine I have owned after 50 plus bikes including ZX14s Busas several gsxrs 750s 1100s 1000s and a few dedicated track bikes.
such a good looking bike
Love your videos man :)
well done KTM for putting some thought and design into your pannier mounting system.How not to do it-BMW s1000xr.
Hey RJ and or community, I had a look over the FAQ's and didn't see anything about your mirrors, what are they called wouldn't mind picking up a set for my new bike when I get it, thanks!!!
See: reel.tv/#!ktm-1290-super-duke-r-2/
RoyalJordanian oh sweet didn't see the mod list of all your bikes, awesome thank you and ride safe!!
So hyped for this
Hi RJ :- Comparisons of this vs a s1000XR or a R1200GS TE??
How much of a hassle do you think having no centre stand will be? Seems odd for a bike designed for distances?
And your opinion of hand guards for one of these? I don't think they can be added 'cos of the way the fairing / steering lock is?
I seriously went to my local KTM place (which you use) last year with a view to buy one but they had no demo 1290GT and I wasn't gonna spend £15k buying without riding it.
ktm rc? i am italian and love your videos🔝
Hey RJ just wanted to ask if you ever tried out, or maybe planned to test ride a BMW K1300R, Suzuki B King, Yamaha VMAX or a Ducati Diavel?
I know they are not as light "compared to your KTM Super Duke" but those Muscle Bikes rly do have something special about them, just like those "older" Japanese Big Bikes with over 1300ccm.
Like that german saying "Displacement can not be replaced by anything, except through more Displacement" ;D
will you upgrade to this or the new 1290?
Hey RJ, whats the music accompanying the drone shots?
Robert Taylor
"Shoulder Closures" by Gunnar Olsen - TH-cam free music library.
RJ, How does the brakes feel?
please rj i have this question for months in my head. can you pleeeaaseee answer. Do you speak arabic?
Hi RJ, just a question i am coming from a k1300gt and really liking this bike as a replacemwnt, between your s1000r, SDGT and the S Duke which do you prefer and why?
Nice bike man
For some reason I have always like the GT more than the R, but I have never ridden one.
RJ how is the power delivery and engine braking in this one? Riding the 1290R i felt is a slightly hectic experience, is this a more relaxed drive?
If i may give you a tip try to keep the audio during the video the same. The music during the drone shot is way louder compared to your voice. Other than that great work
How about going to Paris with miss rj ? Will be nice to test the gt :)
If only it was better weather
Hey RJ. Ive done 7k miles on mine including 2up touring. It is a great do it all bike, comfy over long distance, fast and well equipped... please test the horn when the bike is hot and in traffic, Id be curious if it works! Oh and dont believe the range its KM not miles as indicated!
Haven't used the horn. I get your point about the range, it's way off and I mention it in the next vid about the bike.
Range is bang on accurate..but only displayed in km!
where is the snow cant believe it better weather then we got in germany today😃
Heated seat! woowzer - well speced bike will give BMW a run for their money!
Drone cinematic on point
nice mate
greeting from Portugal
rj what mirrors do you use?
ps: what do you think about the ktm 790 prototype?!!
lo straordinari
RJ said: "I never have opinions on "Prototypes", only when the real thing comes out."
RoyalJordanian yes I know but I mean the ones you use for your bikes
lo straordinari
Mirrors and other mods on RJ's website: reel.tv/ Menu -> Mods
Why didn't you use the normal helmet cam in this video RJ? Seems like you were having some trouble there haha
Amazing bike btw!
Hey J your sound has been getting a little lower in your videos
The bike looked a lot more red on the drone shots, and I actually liked it better than the orange.
does anyone know the track thats playing while rj is doing the drone shots, i tried to shazam it but unfortunately no luck lol.
Music: Shoulder Closures by Gunnar Olsen - TH-cam free music library.
cheers will be going straight into my favorites list.
9.33 antalya ?
RJ which dealership you got it from? I'd love to visit them and see it first hand.
It's from KTM directly
Thanks for that.
👍
Awesome bike.
RJ what camera do you use, impressed with clarity of the rides video
Three cameras used here, DJI Osmo for the walk around, DJI Mavic for the drone shots, GoPro 5 for the riding shots.
Awesome video
Is this from a KTM dealer while yours is in for a service or is it from KTM directly for review?
ash bandicoot they let him ride all of their bikes because they know, he will eventually buy one. He is seriously looking into the new superduke r for example
That's from KTM HQ
royaljordanian 4:39 your face very fast...
It's a really nice bike, but sadly, I wouldn't have a use for it since I've got the 1290R.
Which Camera Used to shoot this ? @ RoyalJordanian
Three cameras used here, DJI Osmo for the walk around, DJI Mavic for the drone shots, GoPro 5 for the riding shots.
Ok DJI Osmo for the walk around,Thanks !
Hey RJ did ktm buy you the drone so they can use your chanel to plug their ugly bikes?
Beautiful bike, i like it *-* [ hello from France ;) ]
MrTweexy Coucou de france il a raison le garçon mamene
hey RJ, i love the KTM 1290 r and the 1290 gt, but i got 2 questions about them.
-how is the reliability of ktm and the 1290's engine?
-does the engine make much mechanical tiking noise?
i ride a bmw s1000rr now, but if i change to something new it wil be those ktm's or the bmw s1000r or the s1000xr.
love the vids, carry on! grtz from belgium :-)
RJ,What happens to your Honda Vision?
Fajriawan Ryo
Was only a loaner while the MSX got maintenance.
Very nice bike!!
Where did you get the phone holder from? And which company's is it?
touratech iphone holder
Vax Buster
Thanks a lot buddy!
And one more thing, is it reliable and well built?
Pranav Rathi Not sure i don't own one, it comes with the bike as an optional extra
RJ, have you lately had any run-ins with any scumbag bike thieves in London lately? They seem to be everywhere.