New Atlas | Gizmag rides the terrifying KTM Super Duke 1290 R @gizmag | Uploaded June 2015 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
Every generation has its 'widowmaker' - the bike that strikes fear into every heart. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has all the characteristics of a raging monster - massive power, low gearing and a dash of KTM attitude. But as Loz discovers, it's a bit of a pussycat - even in Sport mode and with the traction control off. It'll only bite your head off if you want it to. The throttle mapping is some kind of black magic.

Test: Loz Blain. Cameras and edit by Chris and Loz Blain.