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Pikes Peak Racer – 2015 KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Post Sale Update: this KTM sold for $9,999 (including the buyer’s fee) after 26 bids on Iconic Motorbike Auctions. Raced by my buddy Rennie Scaysbrook as part of Team Cycle News at the 2015 running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, this Super Duke R was sold to a private party in 2019 through our auction site (Iconic) but …

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2007 KTM 690SM

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Sold between 2007-2011, the KTM 690SM was an excellent option for riders who wanted the handling joy of a supermoto racer that was toned down enough to be street friendly. These bikes won’t win any all-around competitions, but if you emphasize agility and don’t spend a lot of time on the highway, it’s hard to do much better.

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2024 KTM RC 8C

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When KTM introduced the RC 8C as a 2022 model, the initial run of 100 sold out in 4 minutes and 32 seconds even though people really didn’t know what to expect. The following year KTM offered up 200 examples. People were more familiar with the bike this time around all 200 sold out in 2 minutes and 38 seconds. …

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2013 KTM 990 SMT

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For the second time this week, a prolific commenter on Bike-urious is letting go of one of his bikes. This time it’s Walter Barlow, who not only frequently contributes to the community via comments – he also shared a history of the Norton Commando and his thoughts after riding a Motus MST.

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2001 KTM 640 Duke II

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One of the first semi-popular supermotos in the US, the KTM Duke II was a revelation for the lucky few that got to enjoy it – the comfortable ergonomics and light weight made this an excellent hooligan bike. Get used to riding with the front wheel off the ground!