2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

KTM's 2017 1290 Super Duke GT sits at the top of the Austrian brand's lineup, a machine built to answer the question of what happens when you bolt a windscreen and some luggage capacity onto their hooligan flagship. This is a sport-tourer with an attitude problem, in the best way. The V-twin delivers its power in a way that feels almost violent off the bottom before smoothing into a genuinely usable highway cruiser, and the riding position leans just enough toward comfort that you could reasonably do 300 miles before needing a break. It rewards aggressive throttle inputs on back roads while still tolerating a full day in the saddle, which is a rare combination. The 2017 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2016 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Owners tend to be experienced riders trading down from full touring rigs or up from standard nakeds, people who want one bike that handles a canyon carve on Saturday and a cross-border trip on Sunday without complaint. Collector interest remains low for now, making this a rider's bike rather than a garage investment.