Duke 690 2012

sellidra · 11-09-2011, 09:45 AM

Yes, Duke 690 2012 model.. What do you guys think of this? It has a look similar to Duke 125.. Check it out here -

You Tube

sellidra · 11-09-2011, 09:54 AM

You Tube

Clay · 11-09-2011, 01:37 PM

Will it be available in the U.S.?

Clay · 11-09-2011, 06:12 PM

You know, after thinking about it, it looks a lot like a 990 Duke to me. Personally, I miss the distinctive headlights of the earlier model, which to me really says "UNIQUE". I do like the seat, however.

Who wouldn't???

Still, very glad to see a 2012 model. I kind of expected it to be a 700 Duke, as I saw rumors of a 700.

sellidra · 11-09-2011, 07:23 PM

It is official!! KTM has posted it on the website..
http://www.ktm.com/naked-bike/690-du...d43fca72a595fe

sellidra · 11-09-2011, 07:25 PM

I personally do not like it though.. The rear and fuel tank look big and bulky..

Roadrogue · 11-09-2011, 07:53 PM

I don't like it nearly as well either.

sellidra · 11-09-2011, 08:04 PM

The 690 SMC-R look SWEET!!!

youngoldindefatigable · 11-09-2011, 09:37 PM

The bike weighs more, tank is too big I read somewhere that it will have ABS? Why? The only good about it is the 70hp, I like my 2008 Duke and would not trade.

Roadrogue · 11-10-2011, 11:02 AM

Why did they abandon the underneath muffler? Mass centralization and protection is better. The tail section looks worse. Don't like the seat, the tank, the graphics, the fairing. This is progress?

I want the '10 Duke R, dammit.