# KTM's Beast of a Street Bike Returns to Its Most Focused Evolution

> Upon its addition to the KTM lineup, the 1290 Super Duke R earned the nickname ‘the Beast. ’ Needless to say, it wasn’t a moniker that stuck because of an approachable output or accommodating riding manners.

- **Source:** [Gearpatrol](https://www.gearpatrol.com/motorcycles/2026-ktm-1390-super-duke-rr-motorcycle/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69f1d35416146cdc791ca0af)
- **Published:** 2026-04-29
- **Category:** Motorcycles
- **Tags:** #beast #bike #evolution #focused #returns #street #accommodating #added
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