KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height890 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)189 kgDry Weight (with ABS)217 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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