KTM 790 DUKE (2018 - 2020) Review

Highlights

  • A fantastic middleweight naked bike
  • Huge fun with brilliant performance
  • A track tool one day and a commuter the next

At a glance

Owners' reliability rating: 3.4 out of 5 (3.4/5)
Annual servicing cost: £210
Power: 105 bhp
Seat height: Medium (32.5 in / 825 mm)
Weight: Medium (417 lbs / 189 kg)

Prices

New N/A
Used £4,000 - £6,000

Overall rating

Next up: Ride & brakes
4 out of 5 (4/5)

KTM have got it so right with its new 790 Duke. Just like the cream of the middleweight naked crop it combines calm practicality with playful excitement.

It can be a track tool one day and a commuter the next. Its new LC8c engine is a peach, the chassis predictably balanced and it’s all topped off with superbike-spec electronics. After 24 years of the KTM, why didn’t they think of this before?

During 2018 MCN ran a 790 Duke on the long-term test fleet.

In 2021 the 790 Duke was replaced by the KTM 890 Duke.

KTM 790 Duke cornering very fast

Ride quality & brakes

Next up: Engine
4 out of 5 (4/5)

A new tubular steel dual backbone frame is shrink-wrapped around the new engine, so there’s not an ounce of flab. The 790 Duke is as muscular as a pit-bull and weighing just 189kg dry, weighs about as much as its dinner.

With its narrow hips, small riders will find the KTM easy to get on and plant feet down, even with a 825mm high seat (there’s also a 805mm accessory seat and 780mm lowering kit). There’s loads of legroom for six-footers, too. The bar position is natural in its standard position and its bath time-comfy, even after a day’s riding. But as you’d expect from such an unashamed, exposed naked, wind protection is non-existent and your neck feels every mile an hour.

As KTM’s nickname for the 790 Duke suggests, you can go nuts on ‘The Scalpel’. It happily slices through tight twists on the road and will hold its own on a small track, like Brands, Cadwell or Mallory. The chassis is balanced, stable, predictable and the brakes consistently strong. A canted forward riding, feet-back riding has a faint streak of wild supermoto about it.

KTM 790 Duke on track ridden quickly

With little to no means of adjusting the forks and shock the suspension will always be a ‘one size fits all’ compromise. It’s on the firm side of push, but even if there were clickers to play with, the set-up is so bang-on for most road conditions and even the track, you probably won’t bother anyway, unless you were particularly heavy, or extremely fussy.

Cornering ABS lacks a little initial feel, as do most brake-by-wire systems nowadays, but the electronics never intrude unless absolutely needed. The slick autoblipper and quickshifter enhances an already sweet gearbox and you only need to use the light-action slip-assist clutch when you’re pulling away or stopping.

Happily the KTM is less ‘scalpel’ and more ‘butter knife’ when you just want a normal, predictable, motorcycle, for the times you’re just riding to work, or getting caught in the rain. It never strains at its orange leash, or tuts disappointingly when you’re not surgically dissecting pieces of tarmac. The 790 Duke is as calm, reassuring and easy as the best of the middleweight nakeds.

Engine

Next up: Reliability
5 out of 5 (5/5)

A new 799cc LC8c (‘c’ for ‘compact’) motor is the Austrian firm’s first parallel twin. It’s pared to the bone and impossibly small. How such a tiny lump of metal, with bits whizzing around inside, can produce such grunt (64ftlb of torque) and free-revving power (105bhp) is astonishing. Crammed with forged this, lightweight that and DLC-coated the other, the racy, but refined motor looks no bigger than a single.

KTM 790 Duke engine and front wheel

Unlike a ploddy one-pot, the new engine is as refined and vibe-free as an inline four, but its 75-degree crank offset and 435-degree firing intervals give the twin an added dash of drama. A deep, gurgling V-twin-like growl accompanies you as you whip out of corners and surge through the revs. Off the throttle the KTM gurgles and spits like a race bike. Even with its Euro4 exhaust the 790 Duke makes a wonderful, rhythmic din.

Watch: KTM 790 Duke top speed

Reliability & build quality

Next up: Value
4 out of 5 (4/5)

The 790 Duke's rolling chassis is made from tried and tested components and the motor has been subject to over half a million miles-worth of testing.

Our KTM 790 Duke owners' reviews show some relatively serious reliability issues. We'd suggest you have a good read through before going to test ride a bike - particularly secondhand.

Camshaft defect allegations

In 2024 and following pressure from owners, KTM responded publicly to allegations of defective camshafts in some 790, 890 and Husqvarna models that use the LC8c engine. MCN broke the story in July of that year after a lengthy investigation.

KTM 790 Duke right bar

Value vs rivals

Next up: Equipment
4 out of 5 (4/5)

The 790 Duke is cheaper than the Yamaha MT-09SP and a Street Triple R and pricier than the value-tastic MT-07, MT-09 and base-model Street Triple S, but KTM gives you an awful lot of bang for your buck.

Twin test: KTM 790 Duke vs Triumph Street Triple R

KTM 790 Duke vs Triumph Street Triple R

In May 2018 we pit these two middleweight nakeds against one another to see which one was the best. Neevesy said that for the KTM to even get close to the Street Triple is an impressive feat. During the MCN 250 test it came pretty darn close to beating it. It might be the Austrian firm’s first parallel twin but it’s so bangon you’d think they’d been making them for years. It’s involving, fun, roomy and packed with grunt, noise and drama. If you only ride fun roads the brilliantly singleminded KTM is the one to go for. The Street Triple R isn’t without its niggles and it’s not as roomy as the 790, but if your riding takes in more than just brain-out curves and one-wheel crests, it’s still the better all-rounder. Yes, the Triumph has won yet another shootout, but there are good reasons for that. it’s cossetting at normal speeds, fast on the open road and more than
quick enough to hold its own on a trackday. So once again take a bow Triumph, but hats off to KTM for making the MCN250 such a blast.

Equipment

4 out of 5 (4/5)

Standard equipment includes electronics not even standard on some Japanese superbikes, let alone middleweight nakeds: lean-sensitive ABS, traction and engine braking control, an up/down blipper and four riding modes (Sport, Street, Rain, Track).

KTM 790 Duke TFT screen

There’s also a colour TFT screen with blue tooth, WP suspension, a steering damper, LED lights, adjustable levers and handlebars and a steering damper. You also get a machine that’s the result of over half a million miles of testing, by 60 orange-shirted engineers and test riders, including former MotoGP legend Jeremy McWilliams. KTM are spoiling us.

In other areas the 790 is built down to a price: WP forks are non-adjustable and you can only twiddle the shock preload. It has own-brand four-piston radial brake calipers (actually made by Spanish experts J.Juan – as seen on Rea and Syke’s WSB leathers) and Maxxis tyres.

Specs

Engine size 799cc
Engine type Liquid-cooled, 8v, parallel twin
Frame type Tubular steel dual backbone
Fuel capacity 14 litres
Seat height 825mm
Bike weight 189kg
Front suspension WP 43mm non-adjustable USD fork
Rear suspension WP Single rear shock, adjustable for preload
Front brake 2 x 300mm discs with four-piston radial caliper
Rear brake 240mm single disc with single-piston caliper
Front tyre size 120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size 180/55 x 17

Mpg, costs & insurance

Average fuel consumption -
Annual road tax £117
Annual service cost £210
New price -
Used price £4,000 - £6,000
Insurance group -
How much to insure?
Warranty term Two years

Top speed & performance

Max power 105 bhp
Max torque 64 ft-lb
Top speed 135 mph
1/4 mile acceleration -
Tank range -

Model history & versions

Model history

  • 2018: KTM 790 Duke launched, featuring KTM’s first parallel twin cylinder engine and a full suite of electronics.
  • 2021: Replaced by KTM 890 Duke.

Other versions

None

MCN Long term test reports

MCN Fleet: Your KTM 790 Duke questions answered

MCN Fleet: Your KTM 790 Duke questions answered

Q Do you miss having adjustable suspension? Johnny Hinds, on email In a way their absence of any damping adjusters is liberating, particularly at trackdays. This is an uncluttered motorcycle with a heart of gold and a straightforward attack plan: just get on with it, idiot, it seems to say. Turn the

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Owners' reviews for the KTM 790 DUKE (2018 - 2020)

32 owners have reviewed their KTM 790 DUKE (2018 - 2020) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.

Review your KTM 790 DUKE (2018 - 2020)

Summary of owners' reviews

Overall rating: 4 out of 5 (4/5)
Ride quality & brakes: 3.9 out of 5 (3.9/5)
Engine: 4.5 out of 5 (4.5/5)
Reliability & build quality: 3.4 out of 5 (3.4/5)
Value vs rivals: 4.2 out of 5 (4.2/5)
Equipment: 4.6 out of 5 (4.6/5)
Annual servicing cost: £210
3 out of 5
03 August 2023 by Jeffrey

Version: One that likes to leak

Year: 2018

It's a great bike let down by the infamous KTM reliability. If this bike didn't spew coolant everywhere I'd be keeping it. It's feels light and fun, good on fuel and sounds with the standard exhaust.

Ride quality & brakes 3 out of 5

The brakes are wooden but different pads could help that. The JJUan master cylinder is not great, it leaks a little dot fluid from the lid and the lever feel is quite spongy. JJuan is the spanish company that makes some of the KTM calipers and other brake components. I think the suspension for a I unadjustable unit is totally acceptable. They work well.

Engine 4 out of 5

It's a nice engine, happy to be revved and has good bottom end and mid range power. Doesn't seem to create a lot of vibrations either.

Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5

Engine cutting out at slow speed. Left switchgear not very protected against rain ingress, indicator light stays on when the switch gets wet. Oil leaking from rocker cover. Coolant doesn't want to stay on the inside of the engine overheating problems due to leaks. Discs warped, new ones fitted under warranty then they warped after 3000 miles. KTM replaced the front wheel and new discs and this sorted the issue. They said the bolt holes in the wheel hub is off by around 1mm so the disc is never central with the caliper.

Value vs rivals 3 out of 5

Running costs is a 3 out of 5 because if you need to spend money fixing problems it's not cheap. It's good on fuel. Had the bike serviced by independent garage and it cost me £150 this included valve clearance check.

Equipment 4 out of 5

As mine is an early model 790 it has the tech pack as standard but if I had to pay Ktm a couple of hundred pound for that track pack I would have given a much lower score in this category. Everything for the track pack is already on the bike, KTM just electronically locked it behind a pay wall. All they do is plug in a computer in to the ECU and choose enable optio.

5 out of 5 The 790 'Scalpel' is so much fun
19 June 2023 by Kristian Grundy

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £250

The perfect blend of usable power, handling and purposeful looks. Struggling to find fault bar an expert suspension set up.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

The 'Scalpel' is an apt nickname, it's such a lovely balsnce of power and grest handling for the road. I've owned 12 bikes over 25 years of road riding and this is probably one of my favourites. The suspension still needs set up for my weight (I'm clueless in this area) and some new rubber, but it's still amazing through bends and inspires confidence but new rubber and a proper set up, together would be transformative.Brakes are great but lack a bit of feel, but overall t's such a useable, friendly but feisty, fun package 📦 ✨️ Definitely a keeper!

Engine 5 out of 5

This is the best bit of the bike, 790 parallel twin putting out great bhp and torque, perfect for the road. I've added a Black Widow decat pipe and silencer along with a performance air filter and it's turned into a bit of a mini beast!

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Bought second hand, a few rusting bolt heads indicating it's seen a couple of winters but on the whole it's in great nick and cleans up really well. Strong build quality, although the light and turn switches feel slightly 'budget'. No electrical gremlins or rattles.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

Servicing is fairly straight forward on the parallel twin and it is very frugal in Street and Rain mode ...and Sport as well tbf. Feels like it should be guzzling more by the way the engine puts down usable power. Great balance 👌

Equipment 5 out of 5

See above. The Black Widow is a proper bargain btw and they're available for a chat when purchasing. Looking forward to some new Metzeler tyres. Lots of extras available to bother your wallet/purse!

Buying experience: £6299 second hand but did a straight swap with the same dealer I bought my Aprilia RSVR from...After 2 months of ownership, realised it was too much for me (crazy fast and powerful!) Teasdale Motorcycles are great to buy from and very friendly.

5 out of 5
05 June 2023 by Steam-loco

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £100

The most fun bike ever. Standard suspension leaves a lot to be desired.

Ride quality & brakes 3 out of 5

I fitted aftermarket rear shock and a racing cartridge.

Engine 5 out of 5
Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5
Value vs rivals 5 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5
5 out of 5 Ktm 790 duke
17 March 2023 by Richard kennedy

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £300

The power is awesome and the bike is so flickable and feels so light. Worst feature is the poor paintwork. I have already recommended to family and friends and they have all bought them.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Would love brembo breaks as they are the best but they are ok

Engine 5 out of 5

All I can say is every time I use the bike I end up with a BIG smile, I love it and don’t need any more power. The 0-60 and 0-100 is unbelievable. It performed great on a track day.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

The paint is flaking on the engine all over it’s like they only showed the bike the paint to show what it’s supposed to look like. I had loads go wrong in the first 2 years fortunately it was under warranty apart from the warped front break discs

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

The original tyres only lasted 3000 miles but replaced with Michelin road 5 and the lasted over 10000 miles

Equipment 5 out of 5

Love the different riding modes. Don’t bother paying for the Bluetooth to be added to the bike , not worth it. Get Michelin road 5 tyres they are great

Buying experience: Direct from Ktm £7500 as advertised

4 out of 5
20 February 2023 by 790dukeowner

Year: 2020

Fun, sporty, comfortable, light

Ride quality & brakes 3 out of 5

Really jerky at low revs (below 3k). It demands to be ridden faster. You get used to it, but it is a shame that it is so bad at slow speed/town. Once moving, suspension and brakes work very well

Engine 5 out of 5

Great character, some reliability issues but they don't take away from the engine enjoyability once resolved.

Reliability & build quality 2 out of 5

Leaking valve cover. Shouldn't happen with a modern bike, although not an expensive fix

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

54 mpg and sporty is a win

Equipment 5 out of 5

Plenty more than 890 Duke because you don't have to pay to unlock any features . Really spoilt with features and plenty of accessories available. Exhaust limits luggage on the one side, but there are ways around that.

4 out of 5 Good all round bike.
13 February 2023 by sunzyman@hotmail.co.uk

Version: Orange non r

Year: 2018

Best part about this bike is that it's good in all areas. It's light, agile and fast enough for UK roads. The down side is still that some of the quality control from KTM seems a bit lacking, engine casings and sump paint peeling off and quite a few rusty bolts after 5000 miles.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

As a non R the suspension is a bit on a harsh side once you start to push the bike. Front brake works very well but it takes quite a lot of movement on the lever before the pads start to bite but once they do it has good modulation. Rear brake works as you would expect. I have ridden a below freezing for 3 hours on the motorway on my D790, the standard seat seems fine and generally there's not much vibrations.

Engine 5 out of 5

Put this in to rain mode and docile, relaxed and gentile. Put it into sport mode and the charismatic of the bike totally changes, it becomes a bit of a hooligan machine, quite happy to lift the front wheel in the first 3 gears. What I really dislike is the standard fueling, I could only filter in rain mode because anything higher would snatchy and for that reason I ended up buying the "boosterplug" which now means I can use street mode and have full power when riding in the city without switching back down to rain for filtering. Standard exhaust might be ugly but it sounds great.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Mine kept cutting out, then I was recommend to get a lithium battery and it solved the issue, maybe they are a little bit sensitive in regards to voltage. Once the voltage drops a little bit it can flag up a few errors. It only cut out at very slow speed, filtering in traffic. Since adding the lithium battery I have had 0 issues with the bike. Seems solid enough in regards to build but feel like power coating of engine casing could be better and more robust.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

This bike is no different to service than your normal Jap stuff. Mine averages 55mpg so I won't complain, cheap bike to run so far.

Equipment 5 out of 5

I think for the money at the time it was the best equipped bike in it's class. I don't really alter much apart from the modes, quick shifter up/down works very well. Headlight is maybe the best I have used and the dash is crystal clear. Dash menu is also very easy to use.

5 out of 5 Orange Peach
06 February 2023 by kristian

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £200

Perfect blend of just enough power, handling and everyday usability

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

Best bit - it's a peach!

Engine 5 out of 5

It shouldn't be as good but super light revving and instant, predictable addictive power - best fun I've had for many years

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Few bolts off colour but use of protective spray and regular cleaning keeps it looking tip top

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

Parallel twin, easy to work on and regular service and MOT are standard price - bargain for the fun factor

Equipment 5 out of 5

Balance of super handling and power - it's like you plug in Avatar-style!

Buying experience: Dealer - Teasdale Motorcycles £7500 but they did a straight swap for the Aprilia RSV4R I'd bought off them 2 months earlier...that was gorgeous but unusable on the Northumberland roads

4 out of 5 Ktm 790 duke
09 January 2023 by Lee

Year: 2020

Brilliant bike...used to commute (when the uk weathers nice enough) weekend toy and a weeks tourer .. Does it all pretty well

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5
Engine 5 out of 5
Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

Only 4500 on it so low mileage but all good so far .no problems

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5
5 out of 5 Great value, no problems
21 October 2022 by JJJS

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £250

Handles and sounds great

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Brakes on the 790 could be better, spongy slightly after a long ride - the 890R has brembos which probably solve this. Handles better than your ability and actually very easy to ride, you could even have as a first big bike starting out only on Street mode before graduating to Sport mode

Engine 5 out of 5

All the power you need and sounds amazing

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

Absolutely no problems in over 2000 miles, always started but some surface marks on engine

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

Each yearly service was £200-£300. The 790 was always good value, but the new 890 is not good value, would be better to just get the 890R instead with the Brembos instead of a base 890 (just buy a used 790 instead)

Equipment 5 out of 5

Came with engine modes and quickshifter included - you'd pay extra with a new 890

Buying experience: Dealer from new for £7k great value

4 out of 5 Iight as a feather and stings like a bee
19 November 2021 by Lee Preston

Year: 2020

Brilliant bike over 20 mph bit snatchy below this when I'm filtering through traffic on the occasional commute..

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

Front brake a bit poor effort compared to my previous honda . New brake pads made this better

Engine 5 out of 5

Brilliant engine 3rd gear just keeps giving .bit snatchy under 25 mph

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

All OK but only got 2500 miles on it

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5
Equipment 4 out of 5

Buying experience: Payed full price second hand

5 out of 5 Excellent Ktm
04 June 2021 by Ross Munro

Year: 2020

Annual servicing cost: £150

Definitely would, and have recommended the 790 duke to friends.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

I use my bike for quick blasts, longer runs, and touring. It does all those well with some small additions, carrier, occasional use of a top box, added a USB power socket.

Engine 5 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant, a little jerky at slow speeds, but good clutch control can obviate this.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Water ingress in indicator switch gear.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5

Switched to Michelin Road 5's, very good.

Buying experience: Bought new from main dealer, Dave Barkshire Motorcycles. Excellent dealer and brilliant customer service all the time, and as my previous bike was a dealer supplied BMW, Ktm had a lot to live up too, they surpassed my previous experience.

5 out of 5 Ktm 790 duke what a bike
10 May 2021 by John222 sel

Year: 2020

Best features quick shifter,tech pack,engine & just the overall quality of the bike is fantastic puts a smile on my face every time I ride it

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5
Engine 5 out of 5
Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5
Value vs rivals 4 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5

Quick shifter absolutely fantastic

Buying experience: Bought from ktm dealer in Sheffield no probs paid £7200 brand new all in

4 out of 5 2020 KTM 790 Duke - Middleweight naked underdog? Or a force to be reckoned with?
16 December 2020 by Joseph Baron

Year: 2020

The KTM 790 Duke is a fantastic option for today's ever growing naked middleweight market. It offers a fantastic and competitive set of features that aren't to be snuffed at. It comes in both a full power and an A2 Compliant version (KTM 790L Duke). Other than the minor complaints I had with this bike, nothing takes away from the fact of it being an incredibly fast bike for it's size and power, as well as an incredibly capable one too. Having tested the 1290 Super Duke R back to back with the 790, the baby Duke has some really impressive notches on it's belt. A serious contender for the naked bike category! (Now I need to test the 890R too!)

Ride quality & brakes 3 out of 5

The KTM runs and rides fantastically, a true testament to "budget" middleweight naked bikes. The frame is stiff, but not stiff enough to render the suspension and tires useless. As I mentioned previously, it's a perfect hybrid of sporty naked middleweight and supermoto. In terms of pure mechanical grip, this is up there, considering it has a non-adjustable front end. The Duke is always up for a challenge, taking tight and technical bends with ease and begging for more. My only issue in terms of pure ride quality are the tires, the front suspension and the breaks...that's it. The front suspension is a non-adjustable set of WP forks. They are fixed in a damn good spot, to KTM's credit, but for someone who looks to exploit a bike for a little more performance, I felt that the front end was a let down. The tires are... different. They aren't terrible, but for a British road-goer on a wet and cold road, they aren't the best. I had the pleasure of experiencing these tires in the summer and they were fantastic, but the chassis and the front suspension definitely flattered them. The breaks are pretty good, considering they are KTM's own breaks. You have twin disks at the front and a single baby rotor at the back, standard. The ABS is what's actually the more impressive piece of the braking package. KTM use Bosch as their supplier for their bike's software, a match made in heaven if you ask me. The ABS is a brilliant addition to this bike as it offers a better safety net for newer riders as well as an adjustable side for the more seasoned rider. The thing that bugs me about this system, however, is the intrusive side of the ABS. For me, personally, it's far too intrusive for normal road riding. The back break is constantly twitching under my toe and the front ABS is dim-whitted a lot of the time. With features like Supermoto Mode or ABS OFF, the problem can be resolved. Credit where credit is due though, cold tires on a slippery road during winter is the ABS specialty; I'll always thank the system there.

Engine 5 out of 5

There isn't a lot to say about the engine, other than perfection. As we all know, British roads are becoming more and more of a camera fest; the 1000cc sports bike is quickly becoming a thing of the past as average road users cannot find a use for such amounts of power. KTM's LC8c engine is a different story; producing 105 horsepower and 64.2lb-ft, the little parallel pumper goes a long way in terms of street cred and top trumps. In reality, the KTM will probably look under-powered when compared to the 765 Street Triple R and the MT-09SP, but there won't be a lot between them in terms of dynamic speed and acceleration. I tested this by pitching a 790 Duke (bone stock) against a 2011 Triumph Street Triple 675R (Triumph headers, no cat and some spicy aftermarket exhausts)... The 790 walked away with ease. An unfair test, maybe? But it was a practical demonstration of torque and displacement over pure horsepower. There are no lumpy traits to the engine, thanks to KTM's wizardry with various balancing shafts and firing order. Thanks to these efforts from KTM, we now have an 800cc parallel twin that is completely smooth with a brilliant ride-by-wire system and electronics package. The engine itself, is a peach. The engine, strung together with all the best elements of this bike, is an utter animal.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

I was pleasantly surprised with the standard of quality at which the bike is at when I first saw the bike in person. Everything from switch gear and handlebar controls to the paint finish on the frame, tank and swingarm. The KTM doesn't feel as budget as it's cost may appear to be. The plastics are of really good quality, to be expected as KTM produce outstanding motocross plastics for their bikes too. The frame feels really good and is good to look at; no rough welds or uneven metal splatters on any of the joints. The engine, when running, produces a lovely grunt and sounds very refined; ticking over to the beat. The electronics package is what makes this bike feel so premier, but I'll get onto that a little later.The reliability of the bike is sound, no major faults or anything work taking notice of. The bike, as it comes from the showroom, is as stock as stock can be. The fueling is iffy, the quickshifter can be a bit dim-whitted and the idling can be too low. After the 600 mile service, however, the bike did not miss a beat. Everything worked as it was supposed to. The fueling improved (with a little help with a change of climate too), the quickshifter was absolutely crisp and the idling speed was bunged up a few hundred RPM to assure there were no stalling errors. KTM did an outstanding job fine tuning the bike to how I like it.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

In terms of value, I genuinely don't think there is a lot out there for the same money that will out-perform the KTM. From the electronics package, to the stiffer chassis and suspension which screams supermoto/supernaked lovechild, the bike feels top class for it's price and performance. The 790 went through a summer deal offer during the summer of 2020 which saw the price plummet to a juicy £7500, a big saving on the grand scheme of things. The KTM has a lot to offer when it comes to parts, software and quality, which is why I rate it so highly.The running costs for this bike are around standard for a regular street bike: - The fuel consumption is neither here nor there when riding the 790 casually, however, an eco trip will boost it's range by a considerable margin. On the other end of the spectrum, if you decide to ride the bike as KTM intended it to be ridden (with a smile), the fuel consumption is up there with the be... sorry, worst. - Services on the bike from the dealership range between £80 to £100 depending on what you want from the boys at KTM, as well as how often you want to have it serviced too! - Insurance is really dependent on where you live and your age, as per. For a new rider fresh from the A2 batch, it'll probably be a little pricier as insurers will look at your age along side the bike. - KTM will tax your bike if bought brand new as a gesture of thanks for buying their product. After a year, the bike will share a similar tax bracket to that of an MT-09 or a 765 Street Triple.

Equipment 5 out of 5

The 790 Duke comes with a lot of gubbins (I mean, a lot); this is the unique selling point of this bike. Thanks to near MotoGP grade electronics, KTM's refined mechanical mastery and a perfect balance, the 790 has a lot of aces up it's sleeve. Let's see, shall we? - Bosch electronics (software and hardware). The 790's electronics package is through the roof. From four rider modes (rain, street, sport and track), to multi adjustable ABS, slip control and throttle sensors. Launch and anti-wheelie control, traction control and lean angle sensitive ABS too. The electronics package is worth a review on it's own. - WP front and rear suspension; fixed state on the front and simple adjustment at the rear. - Steering dampener. It's safe to say the 790 is well equipped, far more than it's peers within the market, which provides the bang for your buck characteristic that this bike really does have!

Buying experience: Buying the 790 Duke was a smooth ride for me. It started out as a "just going for a look" trip to the dealers with my girlfriend; it ended up as so much more. KTM offered a competitive finance deal, along side the summer offer, so it was hard to say no. The process, due to COVID restrictions etc., took little over three weeks, with paperwork and deals finalized and a beautiful bike in the back of my van! The staff were fantastic, a quick mention to Ian from Colwyn Bay KTM for making my purchase such a painless and exciting process!

3 out of 5 Fun bike with attitude
17 November 2020 by Creaky older biker

Version: Akrapovic exhaust & extras galore

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £250

Every 790 Duke & there are a few out there all seem to have been bought by Sports bike owners .The 790 duke naked does it all . With nice electronics fitted as std . Easy fluid riding with a good hooligan element thrown in for good measure . Not Japanese rideability for sure but has some serious attitude & style that makes it different .

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Great all rounder . Guess that why sport bike riders buy these . Tank bag on & you can easily tour . Lots of options like rear racks . Heated grips & the like to make it easier . Not pillion friendly but what bike is ? Unless you buy a barge tourer like bike. Fuel consumption good & easy 130 miles range & that long enough for me Bike can visit the shops.tour or do a fun track day .

Engine 4 out of 5

Engine is a bit rattly but has lots of low down torque & can rev all the way to the red line with ease . Nice strong performance from a twin . Not silky smooth like a four but character is fun to use . As mentioned euro compliance means like all current bikes they run very lean . So part throttle & low speed can be a pain . Fitting powerboost plug or similar improves this aspect .

Reliability & build quality 2 out of 5

Not Japanese reliability or quality sorry to say so buy accordingly . Coolant hoses / clips leak . Thermostat housing area common fail Radiators can fail leak at seams . Oil leaks from poorly fitted joints . Sensors & wires not very well routed/ secured .ie . Abs wires rear . If Ktm spent 10 minutes more just tidying up & re-routing wires properly tightening then so much better . Engine like all new euro compliant bikes . Run rough at low speed /jerky . Powerboost plug or other resolves this issue .shame manufacturers cannot do this or offer option of better quality mapping . Not just track rain etc ! But legislation is what it is . Paint can scratch off underside of rear swing arm /chain route/adjustment is poor . Brake discs front warp (most done under warranty ) but be aware . Continuous ecu software updates via your Ktm dealer to resolve a few other issues . Failure of quick shift etc . Immobiler fitted as std & other electronics mean a healthy battery essential recommend optimate . Tyres std fit are not that good . Wear quickly so budget for replacing them with better quality .

Value vs rivals 3 out of 5

Lot of cash for an oil. filter & mesh screens to be replaced . But Major svc interval & valve clearance costs mean I won’t be getting those done for a while .

Equipment 5 out of 5

All electronics are here . Quick shift. Led lights abs etc . Accessories heated grips . Seat pads . Touring racks all available. Tyres maxxis ok but wear quickly so budget for replacement. All major makes available just personal preference .

Buying experience: Dealer as bikes not readily available on second hand market when I purchased But recently they did 0% & dropped price Cheers Ktm ! But it meant that more of my riding mates bought them 2018 or 2019 models .. just wheels different colour but with updated management maps.

5 out of 5
05 November 2020 by Radguy

Version: 790 Duke

Year: 2020

Lovely handling with meaty engine but still light in weight and comfortable. For those reasons it was a breath of fresh air after a Triumph T100 and Street Triple S, both of which I was glad to get rid of. Next was Honda CB 300R which was excellent but did not have enough go left on motorways. The best of many bikes I have owned.

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

Suspension is firm but takes the edge off bumps. Perfect for all roads, with surprisingly low wind blast and noise on the motorway. Riding position and saddle are very comfortable and there is plenty of room to move around. I have done up to 200 miles and 3 hours without pain.

Engine 5 out of 5

Good spread of grunt and power makes makes it delightful on twisty roads and effortless on the motorway, when 6th gear comes into its own with more than enough power on hand.

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

No problems. The parts seem well made and controls very nice. At first the quick shifter was harsh and the bike was jerky at low speed. Now at 1500 miles, both are smooth and easy.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

70mpg running in and then 55-60 mpg. It has standard items which are extra on the 890. Since that arrived it has become even better value.

Equipment 4 out of 5

The metal tank allows a magnetic bag for popping down to the shops, and in spite of high exhaust outlet an expandable SW Motech bag goes fine on the pillion seat.

Buying experience: From a family firm Cooperised, Feltham, where I went to try out a different bike. It was advertised at £7400 so I tried it, and then wanted it. The friendly and personal service was convincing too. After sales has also been first class so I am more than satisfied.

1 out of 5 I recommend DO NOT BUY - HUGE SAFETY ISSUE
05 October 2020 by alexnp

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £350

I recommend "DO NOT BUY - HUGE SAFETY ISSUE". The agility, speed and acceleration of this bike make it an absolute pleasure to ride. Unfortunately it is riddled with issues.Engine has cut out mid ride on 4 different occasions. 3 where while it was in warranty, 1 outside of warranty. Last cut out, the bike wouldn't start again. Only 4 months out of warranty for the same fault and KTM are refusing to pay for it (if it was for a different fault then it may have seemed reasonable, but for the same fault it should be covered as it wasn't sorted correctly the first time). Imagine this happening on a motorway with no hard shoulder?Other "minor" issues are faring bolts fall out due to vibrations. KTM dealer said this was common and replaced them so far free of charge. The foot pegs were very worn after only a year. (this is a relatively low mileage bike done about 5000 miles). Oil pressure warning light came on (code was cleared by KTM). Traction control failure warning light came up. (Code was cleared, by ktm)Launch control doesn't work, which is dangerous if your expecting it to work (why wouldn't you).I have owned many bikes, and none have come even close to how poorly made this is. I am not a heavy (mileage) rider, but I do use the bike weekly on both motorways and town driving. It was very well looked after, full KTM service history and garaged while not in use.

Ride quality & brakes 2 out of 5

I gave it a 2 as the ride is great when it works. But the risk of it cutting out mid ride ruins it.

Engine 1 out of 5

Cuts out while riding. Electronics fail.

Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5

Absolutely riddled with faults (see overview).

Value vs rivals 1 out of 5

Once it is out of warranty, costs will be high, fixing all the faults.

Equipment 1 out of 5

Launch control doesn't work. Traction control warning light after only a year of ownership.

Buying experience: Dealer

5 out of 5 Have a blast on this sporty naked twin. Great, lightweight all rounder
02 September 2020 by Volt7

Year: 2018

Great all rounder. Low speed fueling in town is rubbish, bike runs too lean due to the blasted euro4 emmisions regs but is great above 35mph. Quick shifter is great fun. Bike is light to handle/park. Very nimble superb handling in the twisties. Easy to get to 120mph but after that wind blast is a bit severe.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Could do with a lot more feel and initial bite but they stop the bike and are consistent.

Engine 5 out of 5

Amazing. Feels like a cross between a single and a V-Twin. Torque all over. Plenty of power. Quick enough. Gearbox is great. Quick shifter is good fun.

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

Mine has been very reliable so far.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5

Changed Maxis tyres for Michelin Pilot Road 5 which are great in the wet. KTM bar end mirrors went all floppy so went back to stock. Akrapovic slip on only worth it if you remove the welded in DB killer, then it’s awesome, otherwise look elsewhere. The large digital speedo is very easy to read. Blingy orange optional powerpart levers look good.

Buying experience: Paid main dealer £8000 in 2019 for a 6 month old 2018 that had £2k worth of extras on it from previous owner with 400 miles on the clock.

5 out of 5 790 duke
01 September 2020 by Wes

Year: 2019

Ktm have covered so much with this model and parting with your cash this bike makes biking fun.

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

The riding position is excellent. Brakes are awesome and with the engine braking stopping power and bite are faultless. Can do 2 hour rides without any aches or feeling tired my previous old school superbikes can make a man weep after 40 minutes

Engine 5 out of 5

I’ve never ridden a parallel twin with offset firing order and this bike sounds amazing even with a standard pipe. It spins up super quick and fires you out the corners. It’s usable everywhere and you forget this is just shy of 800cc it looks tiny. Engine breaking works well in twistys.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

It’s a super new bike and won’t see winter salt but the bike looks new. Under the headstock slight corrosion but only surface.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

Similar if not cheaper than my previous super bikes

Equipment 5 out of 5

Let’s start with getting rid of the standard mirrors and opt for genuine ktm bar mirrors as the standard ones look awful and do not work well. Change the Maxxis tyres yesterday they are way to budget for this bike anything under 15c they slip bad. And a tail tidy. The add ins are endless. The digital dash is brilliant and all the settings and modes this bike does things top end superbikes don’t, excellent quick shifter but only when you are on the gas. And changing riding modes truly changes the bike in each one.

Buying experience: Bought it second hand only one years worth of use. On for £6400 paid £6000 the overall value of this bike cannot be overlooked.

1 out of 5
09 June 2020 by Dukster

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £120

Started leaking oil on head gasket after 600km.....constantly pissing radiator fluid

Ride quality & brakes 2 out of 5
Engine 3 out of 5
Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5
Value vs rivals 3 out of 5
Equipment 3 out of 5
4 out of 5 The scalpel needs just a little honing to make it slice properly!
03 June 2020 by Booney

Version: Doris Day Edition

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £200

Great all round naked roadster with a gem of a motor with an electronics package to match the best of them. I would recommend this bike to anyone looking for something fun and capable that can easily be adapted to suit an individuals specific requirements.

Ride quality & brakes 3 out of 5

Best on smoother roads as the suspension is quite firm which is great for sportier riding but can be a little choppy otherwise. Brakes are quite good but lack a little feel and initial bite and need a firmer hand to stop quickly from higher speeds. Stock Maxxis tyres need a lot of warming up before they offer decent grip and again lack feel when pushing on. There are fixes for all these things - at a price!

Engine 4 out of 5

Superb performance with a good spread of torque and enough power for any situation combined with excellent fuel economy. The only slight niggle is a little nervousness on a constant throttle at lower speeds particularly in Sport mode. There are fixes for this - at a price!

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5
Value vs rivals 4 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5

For sportier riders change the tyres to Michelin Pilot Power RS/4 or Bridgestone S22 Front brake pads to EBC HH and steering damper fluid to15-20wt Join a forum to get more out of ownership : https://www.790dukeforum.com/forums/

5 out of 5 Middleweight bargain that makes you grin every ride.
18 April 2020 by Woodburner

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £187

This is without doubt the most fun bike I have ever owned (I've owned 28 over the years including this one). Every ride makes me grin like a Cheshire cat. Ergonomics are brilliant (usual KTM adjustability), the engine is a peach and the electronics are amazing at this price point. Cannot recommend it highly enough

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Excellent setup straight from the crate. Lack of suspension adjustment is not really an issue as it is so good as standard. Brilliant B road scratcher. Great for track days. Even tours and commutes with a Ventura rack fitted. Absolutely brilliant all rounder.

Engine 5 out of 5

Amazing motor. Great punch, perfectly geared. Lovely sound too. Electronics are amazing. Up / down quickshifter is brilliant. Riding modes are easy to access and the controls and dash are nice and clear and easy to use.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Output shaft oil seal failed early on as the bike was delivered with the chain set too tight. This was fixed under warranty at the second attempt. Dealer was good.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

KTM dealer labour rates are a bit steep.

Equipment 5 out of 5

Electronics at this price point are class leading. KTM Powerparts catalogue is extensive. I fitted the 20mm taller Ergo seat which gives me a little more leg room and is a bit more comfortable than the stock seat. Also fitted a Givi Tanklock Tankbag and Venture luggage rack for touring and commuting.

Buying experience: Gear 4 in Market Deeping were great. Competitive pricing. Decent PX. Good service.

4 out of 5 Little dispointed
25 January 2020 by Louis2m

Version: DUKE Black

Year: 2019

Annual servicing cost: £178

Many cheap products

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

The j.juan brakes and Galfer disk work satisfing together.

Engine 3 out of 5

Gearbox/Quickshifter are capricious!

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5
Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

The didn’t solve the problems with the Quick Shifter so I paid a lot of money for only changing oil and filter....

Equipment 4 out of 5

MAXXIS Tyres are OK on dry roads, at wet the are unpredictable.

Buying experience: 11990€ in the Netherlands we have extra taxes on motorbikes

1 out of 5 RUBBISH unless you dont do more than 150 miles
22 August 2019 by Munch

Year: 2018

Appauling it has spent more time in a workshop being fixed than what I've been able to ride it continuesly has issues listed below and KTM couldn't give a monkey's about you once they have you're money i have never come across such bad customer service

Ride quality & brakes 1 out of 5

When it works it's good fun but it has spent more time in a garage being fixed than what I've been able to ride it

Engine 2 out of 5

Again when it works it's good but it is weak as continuously breaks down

Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5

Absolutely appauling build quality in 8000 miles i have had 5 oil leaks, thermostat, thermostat housing, 2 sets of clocks, panels, rear brake assembly, warped disc, head bearings, and continuesly cutting out regardless to speed etc, subframe bolts and the loan 790 that has only covered 342 miles has an oil leak from the sump gasket and also cuts out it has spent more time in the workshop than what i have been able to ride it yet KTM says it's still fit for purpose that was when they eventually got back to the dealer after ignoring 5 emails from myself

Value vs rivals 3 out of 5
Equipment 3 out of 5

Lots of technology however i think KTM need to focus more on the basics like making a bike that doesnt break every 150 miles

Buying experience: Dealer was extremely helpful which is more than i can say for KTM UK customer services as they ignore emails and dont respond at one point they were even ignoring the dealer i brought it from

4 out of 5 Brilliant despite some reliability issues
20 August 2019 by Chall

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £198

Brilliant to ride, comfortable, good on fuel, fast and so so much fun

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

The brakes are plenty good enough for me and the ride quality is really good in my opinion. It's so much fun to ride that even with some initial quality issues, I will get another one in due course. We recently did 2000 miles to the Black forest and had an absolutely brilliant time, the bikes were brilliant. Very comfortable and really good on fuel.

Engine 5 out of 5

The engine is outstanding and easily keeps up with larger capacity bikes. It's a very lite bike and is capable of embarrassing bigger bikes in twisties.

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

Soooo much fun but some reliability issues. Failed rear shock on one bike, leaking fork seal and warped front discs on the other

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

My wife and I both own 790 dukes and have just had the 12 month service completed on both. My wife's bike needed a new rear shock as it had leaked all of the oil from it. My bike needed the front discs replacing as they were warped (I'm not heavy on the brakes at all. ). It also required new seels on the front shocks as one was leaking quite badly. Everything done on warranty - dealer service was excellent

Equipment 5 out of 5

Loads of electronic wizardry, really good

Buying experience: Colwyn Bay KTM were (and continue to be) excellent). Our bikes were bought from the main dealer

2 out of 5 One of the best bikes if KTM can iron out a few problems
26 May 2019 by Jayson

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £220

Fantastic bike, but a few reliability problems let it down

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

To drive this bike is amazing, you'll always finish your trip grinning from ear to ear! Very comfortable and very quick!

Engine 5 out of 5

The power from such a small (physically) engine is unreal. Even with anti-wheelie on the bike still easily lift the front wheel.

Reliability & build quality 3 out of 5

Rust has formed on the triple clamp after just 3 months and exhaust has a hole in it awsell as liquid leaking out of the lambda sensor. Since the maps were updated it cuts out when cold but completely fine when warmed up. KTM however, are rectifying all problems under the warranty.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

Great on fuel. A yearly service costs £220 which I find quite expensive.

Equipment 5 out of 5

Comes with plenty of toys as standard. The quick shifter is great as the power delivery never stops and the pops and bangs when you shift down with the blipper make slowing down highly enjoyable.

3 out of 5 Wait for the second generation
03 March 2019 by Lockey8

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £172

Potentially brilliant bike let down by build quality.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Brakes are good, but the unadjustable suspension is awful on our bumpy English roads, any small road imperfections cause the forks to crash and jar you hands. On smooth roads it’s fine though.

Engine 5 out of 5

The best bit of the bike in performance terms is the lovely quick shifter/blipper. The bike is massively let down by three different oil leaks to date in under 700 miles. It’s sad but It may be the first and last KTM I purchase as it was also supplied brand new with lots of other cosmetic faults. Scratched tank, scratched subframe, damaged clutch lever, peeling graphics...........REALLY POOR.

Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5

Multiple quality issues.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

Not the cheapest first service.

Equipment 5 out of 5

Great equipment as standard but a comfort seat really made a good addition.

Buying experience: Purchased new.

5 out of 5 Good all rounder as long as you don't do high mileage
18 February 2019 by Munch92

Year: 2018

The KTM is a fantastic piece if kit and very good all rounder.

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

It's a very easy bike to ride, a bit like a 125 that's beefed up. Very enjoyable and fantastic brakes.

Engine 5 out of 5

It has a lovely sounding engine and pulls very well throughout gears and rev range.

Reliability & build quality 2 out of 5

I have 5700 miles on mine it now has its second oil leak as well as overheating issues because it goes through an entire reservoir of coolant in two days. My heads up display has had 11 cracks appear over night and I've had to replace the front sprocket as the first one fell apart plus a set of fork seals which were leaking when i picked the bike up.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5
Equipment 4 out of 5

This would be a 5-star rating, but the Maxxis tyres that come on it are pants if there is any moisture and they don't hold any heat.

5 out of 5 Katie The Scalpel
09 October 2018 by Jocasaja

Year: 2018

Great fun all rounder !

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

Brakes initial bite is quite soft, but plenty of power and great feel.

Engine 5 out of 5

Love the sound and all the mechanical clattering and the burbles and gurgles on the overrun

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

So far so good. Never had a KTM before.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

Decent service intervals

Equipment 5 out of 5

Fantastic electronics package, quickshifter, auto blipper, modes etc etc..great

Buying experience: Fantastic deal from 'The Potteries Motorcycle and Scooter'

5 out of 5 Best bike under £8501
03 September 2018 by MickMac

Version: Black one

Year: 2018

This is the best bike I have owned. Had numerous bikes but never been able to exploit their full potential on the road because I am mildly sensible. Not this one, I ride it like a twot and it’s so easy. Smile, smile, smile - the modern RD350 but si much more.

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

The brakes work and I ride it without worrying about what setting it’s on because I’m having so much - FUN !

Engine 5 out of 5

A modern classic,game changing,lovely bit of tech ! I have a 1999 R1 which I’m moth balling because the KTM is so good.

Reliability & build quality 5 out of 5

Nothings fell off yet !

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5
Equipment 5 out of 5

Quick shifter and auro blipper work really well, makes a BMW look agricultural. No idea what I’ll do with lean ABS and launch control but got to be worth a go !

Buying experience: Gear4ktm - Paul or Luke are the men. Paul - Waiting for my touring screen to do the Alps and beyond.

5 out of 5 It never fails to put a big cheesy grin on my face
30 August 2018 by Stu Matty

Year: 2018

I’ve down sized from the 1290 Super Duke by accident as was given a 790 demo bike while mine was serviced and loved the engine and gearbox from the off. It’s so much fun and I feel like I need to attack each corner and it never fails to put a big cheesy grin on my face.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Not the most competent brakes and think it’s because I’ve been spoilt previously with Brembo set ups.

Engine 5 out of 5

Brilliant!!!

Reliability & build quality 4 out of 5

I’ve had no problems as yet and only had it 2 months, 1000 miles. So far runs like a dream.

Value vs rivals 5 out of 5

I still find it drinks a lot but I tend to be in track and sport mode and riding like my hairs on fire so I put the bad fuel economy down to me.

Equipment 5 out of 5

Has all the whistles and bells and I absolutely love it.

5 out of 5
13 August 2018 by Busta

Year: 2018

Annual servicing cost: £250

What a bike! Does everything with ease, very confidence inspiring keeps up with any superbike round the twisties.

Ride quality & brakes 5 out of 5

Ride quality is superb, the engine is so sweet. No vibration at all. Brakes are sharp.

Engine 4 out of 5

Although it's got less power than my last bike, I love this engine, so much punch! Shame they didn't add like another 2-3 thousand rpms to the rev limit though because it feels so sweet, high revs it just runs out a bit quick.

Reliability & build quality 2 out of 5

Couple of small issues, launch control doesn't work.. Paint gone funny on the body around the tank and coolant level keeps going down but currently being fixed under warranty.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

Parts are fairly expensive, fuel consumption is fantastic though. Only had first service which was about £90 just for parts. That's an expensive oil filter plus oil.

Equipment 5 out of 5

The best parts of the bike are the handling (probably thanks to the super clever traction control and cornering ABS) and quickshifter up and down, the bike literally makes me look like a pro.

1 out of 5 Poor initial reliability
20 May 2018 by Kevin

Year: 2018

The bike is really nice, unfortunately I would not recommend the bike due to the fact it developed an electrical fault within 6 hours of riding it away from the dealership.

Ride quality & brakes 4 out of 5

Bike rode nicely before it broke down.

Engine 4 out of 5
Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5

Had to have it recovered before i even got it home due to an electrical fault, I literally had the bike 6 hours. This obviously gives me great concern going forwards.

Value vs rivals 4 out of 5

Good overall value given the amount of tech on it.

Equipment 5 out of 5

Bags of equipment, mirrors are crap but they are on most new bikes.

Buying experience: Purchased from a dealer, new.

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