2026 KTM 790 Duke First Ride Review | Why KTM Got This Right

Visordown Motorcycle Videos Review 26 days ago

Description

The KTM 790 Duke is back for 2026 with its biggest update since the bike first launched in 2018.

With revised styling, new suspension, fresh ergonomics, a new TFT dashboard and WP-developed brakes, KTM has given its middleweight naked a substantial overhaul. The question is whether the changes improve the bike without taking away the playful character that made the original 790 Duke such a hit.

We headed to Austria to ride the new bike on some of Europe's best roads to find out.

In this review, we will cover:

• Performance and engine impressions
• New WP brake system tested
• Updated suspension and handling
• TFT dashboard and technology
• Comfort and ergonomics
• Pros and cons
• Final verdict

Would you choose the KTM 790 Duke over rivals like the Yamaha MT-09, Suzuki GSX-8S or Triumph Street Triple?

Let us know in the comments.

You can read the full editorial review of this bike here: https://www.visordown.com/reviews/ktm-790-duke-2026-review-spec-features-and-price

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0:00 KTM 790 Duke 2026 Review
0:59 What’s New
1:52 Specs
2:47 Tyres
3:42 Brakes
4:36 Review
5:32 Engine
6:35 Suspension
7:38 Comfort
9:00 Braking System
11:41 Verdict



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