KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

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With the 1290 Super Adventure S, KTM is introducing a new top model in the travel enduro range. However, it is more of a lawn than a motorhome.

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It is the sportiest and most technically advanced adventure bike that has ever left the production halls in Mattighofen / Austria.

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It combines the advantages of a versatile sports tourer with a high focus on ergonomics and comfort in every terrain.

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In short, this is the ultimate high-performance adventure motorcycle. In other words, an enduro for long-distance racers in disguise.

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In order to sharpen the handling of the large two-cylinder enduro, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S was given a new chassis, …

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… which improves the weight distribution in favor of maneuverability.

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The new windshield is adjustable.

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The 7-inch TFT display has been given a new menu structure and new information graphics.

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A newly shaped bodywork reduces the seat height and improves the form fit between the driver and the 23 liter tank.

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The new bench is divided and can be adjusted by 20 millimeters.

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Overall, the bike’s center of gravity has been further centralized and its weight distribution revised.

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The assistance systems have been refurbished. The portfolio includes the driving modes Rain, Street, Sport, Offroad and the improved (optional) rally driving mode.

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The beast in the bike still wakes up the 1.3 liter V2, which brings 160 hp and 138 Nm torque to the start in the Euro 5 version.

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The engine exhales through a new exhaust system with two manifolds.

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The semi-active chassis relies on new valves.

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For communication with the new display, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has completely new switches on both sides of the handlebar.

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They are available in black or orange.

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A new bodywork should enhance the look ….

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… and optimize the sitting position.

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Prices start at 18,495 euros.

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Supermoto style is also possible.

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It has enough smoke with 160 hp.

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The electronics can avoid such scenes.

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Cheaper basic version ahead

KTM 1290 Super Adventure
Cheaper basic version ahead

The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM is rounding off its travel enduro program for the 1290s with a slimmed-down basic version.


Uli Baumann

03/12/2021

the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. for the road-oriented travel endurist, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R. for the hardcore off-roader among the endurance travelers as well. What is still missing is a simpler basic version for everyone.

And that doesn’t seem too far away, as EU type approval documents now reveal. There, in addition to the S and the R, a third 1290 Super Adventure appears, but with a weight of 240 kilograms it remains below the sister models.

Weight down, price too

It is unlikely that the lower weight results from the use of even more lightweight components. The Austrians are much more likely to reduce the equipment. This is where the basic model concept comes into play again. The Standard 1290 Super Adventure is likely to share the road layout with the S, but forego its radar system and semi-active chassis. Whoops, five kilograms have already been saved and the base price has also dropped. Possible target price: down a thousand and thus just under 17,000 euros.

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Conclusion

A KTM 1290 Super Adventure as the basic version for less than 17,000 euros could find many friends. We are excited.

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