KTM 1290 Super Adventure

KTM 1290 Super Adventure

KTM 1290 Super Adventure
Manufacturer KTM
Production 2015–
Predecessor KTM 1190 Adventure
Class Adventure touring
Engine 1301 cc, 8-valve, 75° V-twin
Bore / stroke 108×71 mm
Power 160 hp (120 kW) (claimed)
Torque 140 N·m (100 lbf·ft)
Transmission 6-speed, wet clutch, chain drive
Frame type Steel tube trellis
Suspension Front: 48 mm WP semi-active fork
Rear: WP semi-active shock
Brakes Front: Dual 320 mm disc; Brembo 4-pot caliper
Rear: Single 267 mm disc; 2-pot caliper
Semi-linked ABS
Weight 504 lb (229 kg) (claimed) (dry)
Fuel capacity 7.9 US gal (30 l)

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure is a 1301 cc V-twin dual-sport motorcycle from the Austrian manufacturer KTM. KTM's first production year for this motorcycle was 2015. It was selected as the Cycle World best adventure bike of 2015.[1] The bike is marketed by KTM as a high performance adventure machine.

Features

The KTM 1290 super adventure is a high performance touring machine. The bike is powered by two cylinder 1301 cc engine producing 160 hp and 140 nm of torque with 108 nm at 2500 rpm.[2] The Super Adventure features a motorcycle cruise control which is first from KTM. The bike features a lot of safety features including MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control),[2] MSC (Motorcycle Stability Control),[2] MSR (Motor Slip Regulation),[2] and ABS brakes.[2] KTM also installed LED cornering lights for improved cornering visibility in low light situations.[2]

References

  1. "Best adventure bike: KTM 1290 Super Adventure", Cycle World, July 30, 2015, retrieved 2015-11-18
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE 2015". KTM Adventure 2015. Retrieved 2015-12-06.

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