Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Is the original "Scalpel" back and sharper than ever, or has it changed its identity completely? We traveled to the extreme, glaciated peaks of the Austrian Alps to put the second-generation 2027 KTM 790 Duke to the ultimate test on the High Alpine Road.
From aggressive new ergonomics and a 4.5 lbs weight drop to the debut of an all-new WP braking system, KTM has given its middleweight naked bike a serious sporting upgrade. Join us as we tear up the mountain to find out if the new 790 Duke upholds its legacy or if its tumultuous history has hardened it into something else entirely.
What do you think of the new styling and sportier ergonomics? Let us know in the comments below!
Read the full review here:
Video by: Thomas Dobler, Luca Piffaretti & Wyatt Barclay
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Is the original "Scalpel" back and sharper than ever, or has it changed its identity completely? We traveled to the extreme, glaciated peaks of the Austrian Alps to put the second-generation 2027 KTM 790 Duke to the ultimate test on the High Alpine Road.
From aggressive new ergonomics and a 4.5 lbs weight drop to the debut of an all-new WP braking system, KTM has given its middleweight naked bike a serious sporting upgrade. Join us as we tear up the mountain to find out if the new 790 Duke upholds its legacy or if its tumultuous history has hardened it into something else entirely.
What do you think of the new styling and sportier ergonomics? Let us know in the comments below!
Read the full review here:
Video by: Thomas Dobler, Luca Piffaretti & Wyatt Barclay
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Established in 1994, Motorcycle.com is the premier online resource for motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts. With hundreds of high quality, detailed video reviews on bikes from Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki and just about everybody else, it's the best place to go to learn about the latest and greatest two-wheeled creations. There's simply no better resource if you're planning on buying or if you just want to check out some awesome machines.
