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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 specs

Latest motor bike specifications and pictures for the 2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke R.



KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 motorcycle info

Main Detail

Make
KTM
Model
1290 Super Duke R
Year
2018
Category
Naked bike

Performance and Speed

Power to Weight Ratio
0.9077 HP/kg

Dimensions and Weight

Dry Weight
195.0 kg / 429.9 pounds
Ground Clearance
140 mm / 5.5 inches
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
Ignition
Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition
Starter
Electric
Valves / Cylinder
4

Transmission (Gearbox) and Final Drive

Transmission Type
Chain
Gearbox
6-speed
Clutch
PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Lubrication System
Forced oil lubrication with 3 pumps

Fuel and Emission Standards

Fuel System
Injection
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Capacity
18.00 litres / 4.76 gallons

Suspension

Front Suspension
WP USD ? 48 mm
Front Wheel Travel
125 mm / 4.9 inches
Rear Suspension
WP Monoshock
Rear Wheel Travel
156 mm / 6.1 inches

Tires and Rims

Rims
Metzeler M7RR tires

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

Instrumentation and Lighting

Instruments
Analog and digital

Notes, Comments and Warranty Information

Comments
Traction Control. Ride-by-wire.
Colour Options
Black/white, black/silver/orange

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