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How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
It all depends on what you are after. The 790 is more of a hooligan bike, and something like the MT 07 is more usable as a bike you can use every day.
How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
The 790's electronics package is way ahead of the Japanese offerings. It’s worth the added expense for the TFT display, cornering ABS, and multiple ride modes.
How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
Any day, I'd take the CB650R over the 790. That inline four is butter smooth and will run forever.
How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
The 790 feels more special. Objective or not, the Japanese bikes lack that X factor that this has.
How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
All of them are plenty fast for the street. On the track the 790 might have an edge, but for most riders it’s overkill.
How does the Duke 790 shape up against its Japanese middleweight rivals?
16 January 2025 06:22
The Japanese bikes feel a little more refined. It's exciting, but it's also rawer and less polished than the 790.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
It should sip fuel compared to the 890, but you're not getting 390 efficiency out of it. You can't have both power and economy.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
KTM might surprise us. With new engine tech, it could be nearly as efficient as the 390, with much more grunt.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
What sportbike gives a hoot about fuel efficiency? If you’re afraid of that, then buy a scooter!
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
I bet it will be at Japanese 600 level. If you aren't constantly redlining, those aren't too bad.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
The real test will be in real-world mpg. The manufacturer always claims the optimistic.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
However, if it’s too efficient, people might not want to ride. A little thirstiness can sometimes make you more of a character.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
Fingers crossed that it has different riding modes to pick among performance and efficiency.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
I'll be happy as long as it's better than the gas-guzzling Ducatis.
Will the KTM RC 490 be more fuel efficient than its siblings and competitors?
16 January 2025 06:13
Fuel efficiency? On a KTM? Good one! Simply enjoy the ride and forget about your wallet.
Will the KTM RC 490 eat sales away from the RC 390 or the larger 890 models?
16 January 2025 06:13
It’ll take some RC 390 sales for sure. So why would you spend a little bit more on that extra power?
Will the KTM RC 490 eat sales away from the RC 390 or the larger 890 models?
16 January 2025 06:13
No, the 390 and 890 have their own fan base (pun intended). Its own crowd will be attracted to the 490.
Will the KTM RC 490 eat sales away from the RC 390 or the larger 890 models?
16 January 2025 06:13
In reality, it could actually help drive overall sales by establishing a clear upgrade path in the KTM family.
Will the KTM RC 490 eat sales away from the RC 390 or the larger 890 models?
16 January 2025 06:13
I think 890 sales will hurt more. The 490 should be enough bike for many riders.
Will the KTM RC 490 eat sales away from the RC 390 or the larger 890 models?
16 January 2025 06:13
KTM knows what they're doing. If they thought it would hurt their other models, they wouldn't release it.
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