By: Sir Bill Hunter.
Six years ago we saw the advent of two road based models from Husqvarna, the Svartpilen and Vitpilen to be more precise. They were two funky-styled street bikes that enjoyed quite a cult following in the years to come. Basically they were something, in the motorcycle world, a little different, to attract riders who were looking for something dissimilar to the usual offerings.
By Bill Hunter. 04/08/24
The term Sportsbike seems to be a bit on the vague side at the moment. For the past few decades or so a pure Sportsbike meant something that resembles, or is directly aimed at, a motorcycle focussed more on racetrack-knee-down-action-abuse than road riding. This trait does have a trade off though with its uncompromised riding position that tends to suit the more ‘flexible’ rider, if you know what I mean? In fact, if you take away the motorcycle from the person riding it and remove their leather racing suit and replace it with a small white towel, aforementioned rider will resemble someone bracing themselves for a prostate exam.
21/07/24
Yes, yes, I know it’s an iconic phrase from those old Frankenstein horror movies but, for some reason, I can’t stop thinking that one of the engineers at KTM R&D was called Igor. Why would anyone in their right mind take one of the most insane motorcycles in the history of motorcycling and add more power? Step forward Igor!
No wonder KTM called its latest variation of the Duke family the Sniper. The Austrian firm has most certainly pointed its gun towards the opposition is this forever-evolving and highly competitive class, hoping to knock down any competitors. And, to be honest, this new 990 Duke is, without doubt, the best naked bike in this middleweight class, for now that is!
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