Aprilia's Tuono V4 1100 versus KTM's revised Super Duke 1290 R. We ride the pair through city, canyon, and racetrack pavement to find out which is best. First Ride Review KTM’s 1290 Super Duke GT is a sport tourer that checks all the right boxes. It has a powerful, torque-rich, visceral V-twin, high-tech yet easy-to-use electronics, transcendent semi-active suspension, 30-liter locking saddlebags and enough comfort and wind protection for long-haul days, all in a svelte, lightweight package. Acceleration is addictive. Handling is sublime '17 1290 Super Duke R '19 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT '16 BMW R1200 RS. Save Share. Reply Quote. 2019 KTM Super Duke GT, 2018 Goldwing DCT, 2014 BMW GTL Exclusive, 2014 Get the latest on new KTM 1290 Super Duke GT models including first rides, in-depth reviews, concept bikes, new features, recalls and more. Related: Suzuki GSX S1000 GT (2022) Review. I had placed the Suzuki squarely at the top of my must-have list until my time recently spent on the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT had me questioning all my life decisions. KTM has made a machine that can truly decimate road miles and twisty mountain curves in relative comfort all day, every day. KTM’s 1290 Super Duke GT is a sport tourer that checks all the right boxes. It has a powerful, torque-rich, visceral V-twin, high-tech yet easy-to-use electronics, transcendent GkEz.

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