Mattighofen , - Impressive racing motorcycle, KTM Super Duke R 1290 come and say hello to the fans.
A year after the appearance of the prototype , now introducing KTM Super Duke R 1290 is really ready for production . If previously , KTM still shy to expose the innards " naked bike " this , now even directly given the nickname " the Beast " .
Super Duke 1290 being the oldest sister of the Duke family , which was launched earlier ( Duke 125 and Duke 200 ) . In accordance with the style of KTM , the 1290 number listed on the Super Duke name just a reference of engine capacity . But this time , put KTM V - Twin engine , 1,301 cc , together with the RC8 R and 1190 Adventure , but the piston diameter and different steps .
KTM claims , the power generated reached 177 PS@8.870 rpm and peak torque of 144 Nm@2.500 rpm . According to KTM , Super Duker R Acceleration 0-200 kph in just 7.2 seconds . Liter tank capacity of 18 liters with an empty weight of 189.1 kg .
To set the gas or engine speed , use of technology " drive by wire " plus traction control and ABS . Also there are four choices of driving force , according to the power and torque is channeled to the rear wheels .
For example , mode " Street " for everyday driving on the highway . " Rain " offers unlimited power with early intervention traction control . " Sport " offers a sensation of full power without the shackles of many electronic systems , latest " Super Moto " activate the ABS only on the front wheels , so fun to " slide " .
Super Duke is equipped with brake components from Brembo monoblock M50 with mace in diameter front discs 320 rear mm.Rem ckaram with two pistons . Suspension inverted ( upside down ) measuring 48 mm and single swing arm from WP Suspension .
Another completeness , daytime running lights , aluminum rims , Dunlop Sportsmart tires , 6-speed transmission and the distance from the ground to the seat 835 mm .
