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KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2017 specs

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2017 specifications pictures and more for the 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT in South Africa brought to you by Motomedia

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KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2017 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make

KTM

Model

1290 Super Duke GT

Year

2017

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio

0.8439 HP/kg

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight

205.0 kg / 451.9 pounds

Ground Clearance

140 mm / 5.5 inches

Kerb Weight

228.0 kg / 502.7 pounds

Wheelbase

1,482 mm / 58.3 inches

Engine and Exhaust

Bore / Stroke

108.0 x 71.0 mm / 4.3 x 2.8 inches

Engine Capacity

1301.00 cc / 79.39 cubic inches

Engine Detail

75° V arrangement

Engine Type

V2, four-stroke

Starter

Electric

Valves / Cylinder

4

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type

Chain

Gearbox

6-speed

Clutch

PASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operated

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System

Injection

Fuel Control

Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Fuel Capacity

22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension

WP Semi-active suspension USD ? 48 mm

Front Wheel Travel

125 mm / 4.9 inches

Rear Suspension

WP Semi-active suspension monoshock

Rear Wheel Travel

156 mm / 6.1 inches

Brakes

Front Brakes

Double disc. ABS. Radially mounted four-piston brake calipers.

Front Brake Diameter

320 mm / 12.6 inches

Rear Brakes

Single disc. ABS. Two-piston brake caliper. fixed brake disc

Rear Brake Diameter

240 mm / 9.4 inches

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Comments

Windscreen. Traction Control. Ride-by-wire.

Colour Options

Silver/orange

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