KTM 1290 Super Adventure S test: maxi-trail maxi performance !

Only two years after its release, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure is evolving in depth and diversifying to better occupy the – juicy – segment of maxi-trails. MNC tested the ultra-efficient "S" version, with its stormy 160 hp (!) And its cutting-edge electronics. Test.

Page 4 – Technical and commercial sheet KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Adventure S

Engine

Type LC8, V-Twin, 75 °, 4-stroke Displacement 1301cc Bore x stroke 108 x 71 mm Cooling Liquid Distribution Double ACT, 4 valves / cyl Compression tx 13.1: 1 Power (advertised) 160 hp at 8,750 rpm Couple (announced) 140 Nm at 6750 rpm Food Electronic injection, ride-by-wire

Transmission

Gearbox 6 reports Final drive By chain (17/42) Clutch Multi-disc in oil bath, anti-dribble, hydraulic control

Cycle part

Frame Tubular steel trellis, reinforced with chrome molybdenum. Aluminum rear frame Front suspension

WP 48 mm inverted fork, electronic semi-active adjustments. 200 mm of travel

Suspension Ar

WP mono-shock absorber, semi-active electronic adjustments. 200 mm of travel

Front brake Dual 320mm discs, Brembo radial 4-piston calipers Ar brake Single 267mm disc, Brembo 2-piston caliper Front tire 120/70/19 Tire Ar 170/60/17

Dimensions, weight, capacities

Length Not communicated (NC) Column angle 64 ° Hunt 120 mm Wheelbase 1560 mm (+ or – 15 mm) Saddle height 860 mm in low position, 875 mm in high position Weight (advertised) 238 kg fully loaded, 215 kg without gasoline Fuel tank 23 liters, including 3.5 l reserve Commercial information Availability Mars in the Colors Black and orange or white and orange Guarantee 2 years parts and MO Price € 16,690

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