KTM 1290 Super Duke R 20- Exhausts

Murray came in all the way from the Blue Mountains to Procycles KTM Hornsby so he could be one of the first to place his order on a brand new model KTM 1390 Super Duke EVO. It wasn’t long before we able to ring him to say your bike has arrived. Murray was on the next train to Hornsby and was one the first riders get his hands on this magnificent new generation of ‘The Beast.’ Let's not mince words. The KTM 1390 Super Duke R EVO is a 100%, hardcore, and dominant performance machine. It is truly an evolved BEAST. It brings intuitive WP Semi-Active Suspension Technology (SAT) to the vast array of standard rider aids. Being able to automatically adapt its suspension to the riders input or the road surface, it brings intelligence to the tarmac and into the hunt. And with 140 kW of power and 145 Nm torque on tap, Murray can rely on five unique riding modes and nine traction control settings to keep it all under control. Despite the 1390 EVO’s ‘Beast’ reputation, the bike is surprisingly easy to ride and genuinely comfortable to punt around town. All that aside, you can bet that Murray’s first ride back to the Blue Mountains was exciting.

Jason’s been riding on the road for a while, but always wanted to get serious about getting off-road. That meant locking into the best bike, with no compromises. Not a big cumbersome unit, but something manageable when it really gets rough. At Procycles KTM Sydney, Jason saw we had a 2023 model KTM 890 Adventure R, at amazing run-out price, perfect for what he needs and wanted to pay. The 890 Adventure R brings unmatched technology to the bush. Boasting an arsenal of rider aids, ride modes, ABS and traction control features. It’s lightweight, with agile handling and feels racy and capable to ride. An unmatched ability to dispatch everything from desert stretches, to rocky gravel switchbacks, or single goat tracks. But the KTM 890 Adventure R is not just superior on the trails. Thanks to its incredibly broad spread of power, this machine boasts serious travel capabilities and all-day comfort. As Jason’s about to find out. It’s all about the journey.

Stephen is a regular at Procycles KTM Hornsby and for the last four years has been enjoying getting out on his 2020 KTM 1290 SuperDuke GT. Once you get addicted to the big beastly punch of V-twin power, its hard to go back to being a mere mortal on a four cylinder motorcycle. The rush is just not the same. Stephen saw the launch of KTM’s new 1390 SuperDuke, he came into the shop and rode our demo and it was like he was hooked all over again. The grunty 145 Nm of torque, the awesome 190hp of power characteristics, the incredible electronics, the pinpoint handling, the intuitive WP Semi-Active suspension technology which automatically adapts its settings to the riders input or the road surface, the adjustable shifting and braking controls, it was all there … but there was a lot more of it. The KTM 1390 SuperDuke R reinforces its place as the undisputed Alpha of the Naked pack.

Tom came in to Procycles KTM Sydney to check out his motorcycling options. After a good look around he locked onto the new Gen 3 KTM 390. This is a 90% all new model from what was already a great motorcycle. The major upgrade includes a bigger engine which now delivers 44 bhp. It has a new cylinder head, bigger airbox, new underslung exhaust and gearshift for smoother changes. Gen 3 now has a slimmer, more rigid steel trellis frame, a new cast aluminium subframe and swingarm, with the shock now mounted on the right side, and a bigger airbox. New adjustable suspension includes WP forks with five-way rebound and compression hand adjuster, with the shock getting rebound damping and preload adjustment. New wheels save 4.3kg in weight. The new electronics are amazing with state-of-the-art rider aids. Tom gets Street and Rain modes and new Track mode functions for a lap time. Plus, a launch control system that limits revs to 7000rpm in first gear for the perfect getaways. Cornering ABS and traction control can be switched off on the move for skids and wheelies. Standard you get a new 5” colour TFT screen that’ll Bluetooth to your phone for turn-by-turn navigation, call answering and music control via the KTMconnect app. The LED headlight looks more aggressive. And the best feature for vertically-challenged people is the seat height has been reduced 10mm to 820mm, despite thicker seat foam.

Lewis has been racing motocross long enough to realise if you want to get up front with the best guys then you had better be on the best bike. So, like any dedicated motocrosser, Lewis updates his bike every season to make sure he stays with the competition. When Lucas heard the new 2024 KTM 450 SX-F Factory edition was about to be released, he was straight into Procycles KTM Hornsby to put his money down, and to make sure that he was first in. The Factory Editions are special, limited-run models. KTM’s Factory motocross riders have a major input into the development of these special editions each year, to give aspiring professionals, like Lewis, the very best off-the-shelf options. And the 2024 450 SX-F Factory edition is no different. The new bike comes with a fresh chassis, and a brand-new Connectivity Unit that allows more interaction and setup possibilities than ever before. If you live and breathe the Ready To Race mantra, then don’t get caught at the gate. Procycles KTM at Hornsby and at the St Peters store won’t be beaten on KTM dirt bike pricing. Don’t buy a KTM anywhere else until you check in with Procycles.

Last week, we shared the news of two customers who came down from the North Coast to Procycles Hornsby, and bought themselves a new KTM 1390 SuperDuke R EVO … each. And they ordered a heap of carbon extras, plus full factory Akrapovic exhaust systems. We told them to give us a few days to load all the bits. One of the guys thought he would make the return trip worthwhile, so he rang us when he got home and also ordered a brand new BMW M1000 RR, complete with full factory titanium Akrapovic system and lots more genuine carbon accessories. Now he has the beast of both worlds. The awesome V-twin grunt of the KTM 1390 SD R and the most sophisticated of all Superbikes, BMW’s incredibly fast M1000 RR. This is as good as it gets. We wonder how long it will take before they order a second Beemer. Just to make it a fair fight!

Young Zak’s parents have just given him the perfect start. They rang Procycles KTM Sydney in the morning, and we had Zak’s KTM 50 SX Factory Edition ready to go by lunchtime. This little masterpiece is built for mini champs that want to do things right. The standard KTM 50 SX, features a potent range of premium componentry in its own right. But by choosing the Factory Edition, Zak gets advanced WP XACT suspension with AER technology, high-end Formula brakes paired with waved discs, NEKEN tapered bars and ODI grips, and black-anodized aluminum rims as standard. All of this highlights its ultralightweight design, rider-focused ergonomics, and powerful yet ridable 50 cc engine with an easy-to-manage, adjustable centrifugal clutch. And the best news is Zak’s parents took advantage of the massive KTM price discounts Procycles KTM are currently offering. There’s no mistake that Zak AND the KTM 50 SX Factory Edition is fully READY TO RACE.

Peter has mostly been cruising around on a HD. Naturally he wanted more out of his motorcycling. He especially wanted to get off the beaten track and explore the roads he couldn’t previously reach. Peter did his homework and found the KTM 790 Adventure. He called Procycles KTM Hornsby and we told him he could have the bike at an amazing price. Procycles have slashed the KTM ride away costs of most models … cheaper than we have ever sold them before. Peter is now on the right bike at the right time. The KTM 790 Adventure gets much of the same technology as it’s bigger brothers. The bike develops 94bhp at 8,000 rpm and 65lb ft torque at 6,600 rpm. The engine is a stressed member of the tubular chromo steel frame, from which KTM has hung 43mm WP Apex forks with 200mm of travel. There’s 200mm travel at the rear, too, from the preload-adjustable WP Apex monoshock. The seat height is 840mm, placing the 790 on the more accessible side of the Adventure bike spectrum.

Simon says he has always been a keen big bike rider, the latest being a Z1000 Kawasaki. So he is no stranger to high performance machines. When he saw that the new KTM 1390 Super Duke R was being released, he wasted no time in contacting Procycles KTM Hornsby to put his name on one. Wise move. The new generation 1390 SuperDuke has been fully revised. The new bigger 1390 engine has a near 1:1 power to weight ratio. The extra capacity delivers a hefty hike in output from 179hp (132kW) at 9500rpm and 140Nm at 8000rpm on the old model, to 190hp (140kW) at 10,000rpm and 145Nm at 8000rpm. The new Beast also has a distinctive, lightweight new LED headlight, and tank spoilers and winglets for increased downforce. Even so, Simon hit the KTM Power Parts catalogue and optioned his bike up with the Akrapovic Evolution Line exhaust, a full Titanium race system that halves the weight of the original, and adds 5hp to the output of that magnificent V-twin engine. Simon also opted to have the Tech Pack fitted, which unlocks all the software features of the bike so it can realise its full potential both on the street and on the track. All proving Simon is really serious about his big bike performance.