KTM 1290 Super Adventure
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure is a 1301 cc V-twin adventure touring 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 touring machine.
 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) |
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. KTM offers multiple optional 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]
2017 Models
In 2017 KTM launches the 1290 SuperAdventure S and 1290 SuperAdventure R variants, and renames the 1290 SuperAdventure T model to the model launched in 2015 (with some new features). The new S and R models feature a complete redesign of the headlight, a new dashboard with a 6" color TFT display, and a 6 US gal (23 l) fuel tank. The R model is the most off-road oriented model with features like 21-inch front and 18-inch wheels, a much smaller windshield, and manually adjusted damping. While the S model has 19-inch wheels front and 17-inch rear like model T, but in this case with alloy wheels, semi-active suspension, and as new key by proximity, KTM My Ride an Optional hands-free audio playback kit and a hermetic compartment for the smartphone.
References
- "Best adventure bike: KTM 1290 Super Adventure", Cycle World, July 30, 2015, retrieved 2015-11-18
- "KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE 2015". KTM Adventure 2015. Retrieved 2015-12-06.