Thank you for subscribing and for your feedback too, T R. It's appreciated. Yes, slowly but surely we'll cross the 1k mark but hopefully not too long now. #spreadtheword 😉
It was great fun seeing you on this fantastic bike. I traded in my 821 Monster from 2017 for a 2020 Duke 790. Can pick it up in about 3 weeks. The sound of the monster ( no 1 reason for buying it ) is still top class but the duke comes close to it. Apart from that the Duke 790 was a lot more fun to ride, especially in the curves. The best Quickshifter in its class and the engine is a lot smoother compared to the Ducati 821. Nice reviews from you. 👍🏻🏍 Have fun and keep safe !
Hey Sascha, thanks for taking the time to comment. All been a bit busy here to respond sooner. Assuming you've now picked it up, how are you getting on?
I took my Duke 390 into the newly opened Chiang Rai KTM dealer yesterday. There were a few 790s in. Probably unregistered 2020 models as they have been dropped for 2021. It has made me think. But maybe it's too much for here. Did you find the throttle snatchy in town? Very good review.
Thank you. I appreciate that. In the hour or so I had with the 790 Duke, the quickshifter is sublime and confident it would be fine. That said, my inherent riding style in lower gears, lower revs at lower speeds, I tend to use the clutch. Take one for a test ride; I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
Hello from Switzerland, how about jerkyness, I mean, for instance, in traffic jam does it jerk like a Ducati monster for example where you have to play with the clutch? Or is it smoother like a 4 cylinders, because I'm considering getting one but haven't tried it yet( still winter ). Thanks and as we say here Chuss !!!
Hello Switzerland!!! 😃 All I can say is take one for a demo! It’s a keen bit of kit. For a mid-range motorbike, it’s one of the best. I own, and have owned for tens years, a KTM 990 SMT, which is slightly larger. Both give you a gut-filled bag of fun! That’s what KTM does. I can’t compare to a Ducati because I’ve never sat in a saddle of one.
@@o75uk Thanks for the reply, what about you try a Ducati 796 or a 821 and you see what I mean. Well I'm planning to test a 790 but it's cold yet here. But what I've seen from other test of the 790 on you tube some say that is smoother due to the engine L cylinder on the 790 compare to the one's on Ducati's monster engine, besides, the Ducati monsters get horribly hot at low speeds in traffic jam!!! I'm coming from ridding 4 cylinders Japanese for 20 years and looking for something different and more comfortable. Anyway mate, Chuss !!!
The 790 Duke can be restricted for an A2 licence (UK) but if a beginner I would recommend something less potent while you master your road craft. For more information check here: www.ktm.com/gb/news/uk/licence/
Easy. No. The SMT you can take touring. It's simple and raw too. That said, I would love to see the SMT updated with a 1000cc variant of this engine combined with quickshift. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
@@o75uk same here. I have a SMT, and looking to upgrade to something with modern electronics. Had my eye on hypermotard 950, but would need some work, as tank is small, and no easy luggage carrying. Or perhaps an 890 ktm. I hear there is a SMT version in the pipeline. Hope so. 120hp, and much lighter than the 990.
I've seen pre-production pics of what appears to resemble a KTM SMT with an 890 in situ. Needs to be 990, but KTM have nothing filling that mid-range 800-1300 touring gap now. The SMTs are becoming hard to come by on the second-hand market partly because of its pre-electronic gimzogadgets.
Tell us what you really think. Lol. Just kidding ,found one left over from last year for $8,100 USD.i watched this because I’m going to get it tomorrow ,this review makes me glad I am !
Hi Tore, I completely agree with your viewpoint. Having a mere 100cc difference in engine variants can deter potential buyers from making a purchase, as they may wait for a more powerful alternative. It appears that the company lacks a well-defined strategy; as an example, they have recently relaunched the SMT (stroke R) model. As an original SMT owner is, as you say, perfect - no more, no less. However, I am deeply disappointed that the recent model has failed to meet the expectations we had been anticipating for over a decade.
Subscription done. Great review. You’re nearer that 1000! Well done
Thank you for subscribing and for your feedback too, T R. It's appreciated. Yes, slowly but surely we'll cross the 1k mark but hopefully not too long now. #spreadtheword 😉
It was great fun seeing you on this fantastic bike. I traded in my 821 Monster from 2017 for a 2020 Duke 790. Can pick it up in about 3 weeks. The sound of the monster ( no 1 reason for buying it ) is still top class but the duke comes close to it. Apart from that the Duke 790 was a lot more fun to ride, especially in the curves. The best Quickshifter in its class and the engine is a lot smoother compared to the Ducati 821.
Nice reviews from you. 👍🏻🏍 Have fun and keep safe !
Hey Sascha, thanks for taking the time to comment. All been a bit busy here to respond sooner. Assuming you've now picked it up, how are you getting on?
One of the best motorcycles currently available. I love my 790 and don't want to give it away anymore. Have fun :)
Just so impressed by that parallel twin in that framework and 17” front... what a great combo.
Proofman hello, do you use the quickshifter even in town in low rpm ?
I took my Duke 390 into the newly opened Chiang Rai KTM dealer yesterday. There were a few 790s in. Probably unregistered 2020 models as they have been dropped for 2021. It has made me think. But maybe it's too much for here. Did you find the throttle snatchy in town?
Very good review.
It's been a while since my review. I can't quite recall the throttle snatching though. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for letting me know.
@@o75uk Thanks.
Nice bike. Best sound with a stock exhaust. And the best and smoothes Quickshift in his class.
I would have to agree! And from a parallel twin too!
Awesome 😎 review
Thanks Bro
Just picked up your comment. Pleasure! Appreciated. 👍🏼
Still not entirely sold on the tablet dashboard but the colour changing is a nice feature.
Well, one benefit is accessing and changing modes which you can't do with an analogue display. Are you sold yet? ;)
@@o75uk I'm sure the features are 👌. Just the way it looks like having a tablet mounted on your bars 😁
Hello nice review ! Any problem with the quickshifter in low rpm in city ?
Thank you. I appreciate that. In the hour or so I had with the 790 Duke, the quickshifter is sublime and confident it would be fine. That said, my inherent riding style in lower gears, lower revs at lower speeds, I tend to use the clutch. Take one for a test ride; I'm sure you won't be disappointed.
Hello from Switzerland, how about jerkyness, I mean, for instance, in traffic jam does it jerk like a Ducati monster for example where you have to play with the clutch? Or is it smoother like a 4 cylinders, because I'm considering getting one but haven't tried it yet( still winter ). Thanks and as we say here Chuss !!!
Hello Switzerland!!! 😃 All I can say is take one for a demo! It’s a keen bit of kit. For a mid-range motorbike, it’s one of the best. I own, and have owned for tens years, a KTM 990 SMT, which is slightly larger. Both give you a gut-filled bag of fun! That’s what KTM does. I can’t compare to a Ducati because I’ve never sat in a saddle of one.
@@o75uk Thanks for the reply, what about you try a Ducati 796 or a 821 and you see what I mean. Well I'm planning to test a 790 but it's cold yet here. But what I've seen from other test of the 790 on you tube some say that is smoother due to the engine L cylinder on the 790 compare to the one's on Ducati's monster engine, besides, the Ducati monsters get horribly hot at low speeds in traffic jam!!! I'm coming from ridding 4 cylinders Japanese for 20 years and looking for something different and more comfortable. Anyway mate, Chuss !!!
Is it a good bike for beginners?
The 790 Duke can be restricted for an A2 licence (UK) but if a beginner I would recommend something less potent while you master your road craft. For more information check here: www.ktm.com/gb/news/uk/licence/
When starting ski-jumping try a 30meter jump before you take on the big 130m hill 😂
Better than a SMT?
Easy. No. The SMT you can take touring. It's simple and raw too. That said, I would love to see the SMT updated with a 1000cc variant of this engine combined with quickshift. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
@@o75uk same here. I have a SMT, and looking to upgrade to something with modern electronics.
Had my eye on hypermotard 950, but would need some work, as tank is small, and no easy luggage carrying.
Or perhaps an 890 ktm.
I hear there is a SMT version in the pipeline. Hope so. 120hp, and much lighter than the 990.
I've seen pre-production pics of what appears to resemble a KTM SMT with an 890 in situ. Needs to be 990, but KTM have nothing filling that mid-range 800-1300 touring gap now. The SMTs are becoming hard to come by on the second-hand market partly because of its pre-electronic gimzogadgets.
Tell us what you really think. Lol. Just kidding ,found one left over from last year for $8,100 USD.i watched this because I’m going to get it tomorrow ,this review makes me glad I am !
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Sounds like you’ve picked up an absolute bargain making the grin even better! Nice. 😁
Your bike is jerking in between each shift because you are letting go of the gas while quick-shifting. Keep the gas steady and try it.
Jumping off my usual bike to this demo show's then? :) Thanks for your comment! Appreciated.
They should never have built other versions of this bike, the original 790 is perfect no more no less 😊
Hi Tore, I completely agree with your viewpoint. Having a mere 100cc difference in engine variants can deter potential buyers from making a purchase, as they may wait for a more powerful alternative. It appears that the company lacks a well-defined strategy; as an example, they have recently relaunched the SMT (stroke R) model. As an original SMT owner is, as you say, perfect - no more, no less. However, I am deeply disappointed that the recent model has failed to meet the expectations we had been anticipating for over a decade.
For thieves here the tft display on the 390 is the biggest attraction 🤣
What! Just the TFT? Not the bike? Oh, no 390 here #readthetitle. 🤣
Lost me at "BAD BOY". Boring...
You're entitled to your opinion and appreciate your effort to tell me so. 👍🏻