KTM Superduke 1290R

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mak said:

The gen one and 2 are the same bike, I've had both ( at the same time) from new albeit the gen 2 has some more toys they felt the same to me. Start pushing on with this bike and it will bite you, you can ride it hard but it takes some learning and will never be civilised.

Its a great bike but the engine dominates the chassis and no matter how much people spend on suspension its an adventure bike frame that squats at the rear and is high at the front hence its character .

People will say the gen3 is no better, most of these people are just unable to purchase a gen3 at a reasonable trade in value or just pootle about so hence they become protective of the old bike.

The gen 3 bike is not even relevant to the old model, it might as well have a different manufacturers badge on it, it is a totally different bike for the better, yes I've owned one since its 1st release .

As far as motor goes the gen 3 engine braking has been dialled out for the better.

Saying all of the above the old bike is still an experience like no other and I have enjoyed many years on all 3 models .

Edited by mak on Saturday 14th May 21:56

That right there is a proper reply. No bull, clearly thrashing them and understanding what the bike can and can't do