2006 KTM 990 Super DukeTitanium

2006 KTM 990 Super DukeTitanium sits near the top of KTM's naked bike lineup as the brand's statement piece, a street fighter built on serious off-road DNA rather than sportbike roots. This is a bike that feels raw and physical from the first throttle crack, with a V-twin that pulls hard from low RPM and demands respect rather than coddling. Ergonomics put you upright and in command, which rewards aggressive riding on twisty backroads but punishes complacency at speed. It's not a bike that flatters lazy inputs; you have to ride it. The titanium designation points to premium componentry over the standard Super Duke, aimed at riders who wanted the sharpest version KTM offered that year. The 2006 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year, so buyers comparing it to a 2005 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Owners tend to be experienced riders moving on from Japanese liter bikes or Ducati monsters, drawn to the Super Duke's character and willing to deal with its quirks. Collector interest remains moderate, with clean, well-documented examples holding steady appeal among KTM enthusiasts who value the brand's less conventional engineering choices.