First Ride: KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo – Automatics Just Got Serious!

After months of waiting, it's finally here: the brand-new KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo, KTM’s new flagship in the adventure touring segment. In this in-depth 1000PS video review, Wolf takes the 173 hp high-tech beast through its paces on the stunning roads of Tenerife. This bike is packed with innovation: ✅ New AMT automatic gearbox (Automated Manual Transmission) ✅ Refined semi-active WP Apex SAT suspension ✅ Cutting-edge radar cruise control with Stop & Go ✅ Fully adjustable rider modes including engine braking ✅ Built-in offline navigation and massive TFT display ✅ Comprehensive updates across ergonomics, electronics, and safety But how does it actually ride? Is the new auto gearbox smooth and reliable? Does the Evo version justify the extra price? And most importantly – is KTM back with a bang after a difficult year? This video has all the answers – from comfort to cornering clearance, wind protection to real-world usability. Wolf shares his honest impressions after a full day of testing and shows how well the KTM performs in touring and spirited riding alike. We also compare it to rivals like the BMW GS and Ducati Multistrada – and answer YOUR questions from the comments. 00:00 Intro 01:11 Background: Long Wait & Austrian Engineering 02:20 Walkaround: Engine, Specs & Key Features 03:44 AMT Gearbox Explained 04:40 Suspension, Ride Modes & Electronics 06:01 Navigation, Radar & Safety Tech 08:21 Comfort Features & Practical Details 11:29 First Riding Impressions 13:00 Performance vs Comfort: My Verdict 16:12 Suspension & Handling at Speed 17:24 AMT vs Honda DCT 19:24 Radar Cruise Control Test 21:11 Safety Systems – Blessing or Burden? 21:32 Ergonomics & Minor Critiques 23:09 Wind Protection & Touring Comfort 24:48 Tires, Pegs & Lean Angle 26:18 Price & Model Comparison 27:53 Why This Bike Matters for KTM 29:09 Final Verdict & Community Feedback --------------------------------------------------------- Click here to see the Insta360 action cameras used: --------------------------------------------------------- Insta360 X5: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_t... Insta360 X4: https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4?utm_t... Insta360 Ace Pro: https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-... Insta360 Go 3S: https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?ut... --------------------------------------------------------- Other channels from 1000PS: All review articles: https://www.1000ps.com/en-us/articles 1000PS.com: https://www.1000ps.com/en-us Instagram:   / reels   Tik Tok:   / 1000ps_official   YouTube    / @1000pscom   --------------------------------------------------------- 1000PS Partner Links: ▶ Continental Tires: https://1000ps.to/ytcomcontinental ▶ Motorex Oil of Switzerland: https://1000ps.to/ytcommotorex ▶ Calimoto Navigation App: https://1000ps.to/ytcomcalimoto ▶ CHIGEE: https://1000ps.to/ytchigee