KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Every couple of years the motorcycle industry spits out a must have art piece, but the only problem with such bikes is that you have to treat is as an art piece ! The new KTM 1290 Super Duke R is an exception, its a super bad ass piece of art that begs you to give all of your “who’s your dady” treatment.
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is modern minimalism at its best…no its more than that its actually a minimalist hardcore sex scene looping for your pleasure, its like one of those long orgasims and i bit you haven’t had any of those for a while.
The good news is that you wont have to wait long for that feeling, the Super Duke R will be available at K&S in November.
KTM Kuwait
The KTM dealership has been exchanging hands between the local dealers for past 3 years, TriStar has been the dealer for quite some time, but 3 years ago the dealership went to Bike World and beginning of 2013 it landed at K&S.
K&S is will known between the local off road and MX riders…Khaled Al-Duaij owns and manages K&S, he started the business while in college in the US then officially launched it in Kuwait in 2003 and since then he managed to turn his hobby into a successful business and built a credible reputation among its customers and competitors locally and regionally.
K&S now represents a handful of well reputed brands like Yoshimura, Barker, FMF , Zard, Leatt, Bazzaz, Gearne Boots, Airoh Helmets, Bell Helmets, Thor, Answer, MSR, JT Racing and the list goes on…K&S is also a supplier of power-sports aftermarket parts & accessories and caters to the needs of bikers of all types-street, Dirt, ATV, UTV and Jet Skis.
I payed them a visit last week to check out the latest KTM bikes and to get a replacement lens for my GoPro camera, the showroom is full of interesting and unique riding gear and accessories, the workshop is also spacious and well equipped. I believe KTM has landed in the right place and K&S will be its permanent local home, as K&S has the experience, credibility and the customers base to serve the brand.
Too hot to handle
Once again the local KTM dealership is up for grabs, Bike World is no longer the local KTM dealer and according to insiders Bike World decided to part with KTM because of their pricing policy which is a lot higher compaired to countries.
On the other hand, Bike World will still offer spare parts and support for its KTM costumers.
Bike of the Year
This may sound a repetition of the previous post.
SWA -Supertest World Association- is an organization that runs the world biggest track test with motorcycle journalists from all around the world to compare the latest bikes in the market.
This year test took place in Greece, with the absence of Ducati, KTM and Bimota, the final ranking -based on lap times, dyno power and torque measurements, comfort, price/performance ratio- was as follows:
1-BMW S1000RR (with distinction)
2-APRILIA RSV4
3-MV AGUSTA F4 1000
4-KAWASAKI ZX-10R
5-SUZUKI GSX-R 1000
6-YAMAHA YZF R1
7-HONDA CBR1000RR
Ducati returns to the TT
Michael Rutter and his British Superbike Championship team Riders Motorcycles will be racing a 1098R Ducati at the 2010 Isle of Man TT, Ducati is one of the great names in the TT, but haven’t participated since 2003….it will be very exciting to see them race again.
BMW is also returning and KTM will participate for the first time ever.
KTM Store
Bike World just launched the KTM store, the store is actually part of the Bike World showroom but KTM branded and only showcase KTM products.
The exciting news is that they have a demo RC8, and those interested in a test ride can call to schedule a test ride.
Bike of the year 09
An interesting article to read, but why not take a guess and post it before you do. Read more
New license plates
This is first plate of the new motorcycles license plates, and its on a KTM RC8.
Pimp my KTM
KTM just launched the Pimp my KTM website, owners of KTMs could post photos of their modified bikes and they may win up to 1000 Euro in parts vouchers if the bike win.
The top 10 pictures will also be featured on KTM POS posters.
When It Rains, It Pours
I guess we are gona be seeing quit a few of the RC8 in the streets, the bike is getting great reviews and it seams the guys in Kuwait are up to date.
The white stallion you see above was air shipped just to be here before the Eid holiday, go take a look before the lucky owner takes it home, oh and i heard that an R virgin is on the way.
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