2015 KTM 690 Duke R ABS

The 2015 KTM 690 Duke R ABS sits at the sharp end of KTM's single-cylinder naked lineup, the version built for riders who find the standard Duke a little too tame. This is a single-cylinder streetfighter that trades cylinder count for character, delivering a thumping, physical power delivery that rewards riders who like to feel every explosion under them. It's light, flickable, and happiest on tight, technical roads where its low weight and sharp chassis let you out-brake and out-turn bikes with twice the displacement. Around town it's a handful in the best way, demanding attention but never punishing you for giving it. The 2015 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year, buyers comparing it to a 2014 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. This bike attracts experienced riders stepping down from multi-cylinder sportbikes who miss engagement more than outright speed, along with backroad enthusiasts and occasional trackday riders who want something raw and unfiltered. It's not a collector piece, but as a rider's machine, the 2015 KTM 690 Duke R ABS still holds real appeal for anyone who values feel over polish.