With all the advantages it has, KTM Superduke R 1290 can be equated with the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, BMW S1000RR and Ducati Panigale 1199.
THE most interesting from both Intermot motorcycle show EICMA is the look and the premiere of a prototype 1290 KTM Superduke R super lightweight trellis frame 1290 cc engine taken from the base RC8R V-Twin complete with drive-by-wire technology.
Naked bike motorcycle models was overwhelmed by the variety of electronic devices maid rider, carbon fiber meterial and new WP suspension prototypes in both wheels. KTM promised a production version of the vehicle will be ready in the next 12 months.
It remains unknown what kind of performance. To be sure, the base RC8 R engine with a capacity of 1190 cc original, capable of producing 173 hp with a torque of 120 Nm. But rumors that mention the new motor will have power between 180 and 200 hp when he sold later.
Thanks to no longer use all of the components that are not essential, plus thanks to the trellis frame made of chrome molybdenum and the use of carbon fiber is used, the bike is expected to be lighter than the RC8 R weighs 200 kg with a full tank.
