KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)

KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is an uncompromising, high-performance motorcycle that embodies the Austrian brand’s pursuit of raw power and handling prowess. At its heart lies a 1,301cc V-twin engine, boasting an astonishing 180bhp and 106ft-lb of torque. This behemoth of an engine is paired with a ride-by-wire throttle system and advanced traction control, allowing riders to tap into its immense reserves of power.

The result is a machine that can accelerate from 0 to 124mph in just 7.2 seconds, its sheer force of acceleration leaving lesser machines in its dust.

The 1290 Super Duke R’s performance is tempered by its handling prowess, with a chassis that’s both agile and stable, making it an ideal companion for both canyon carving and high-speed touring. Its impressive power output is matched only by its equally impressive dry weight of just 417 pounds, making it one of the lightest and most agile machines in its class. Whether carving through twisties or devouring miles on the open road, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R is an experience like no other, and one that’s sure to leave even the most seasoned riders breathless.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 75V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity79.3 cubic inches / 1301 cc
Max Power131.4 kw / 180 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity18 Litres / 4.75 galUnleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Seat Height32.9 inches / 835 mm
KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelKTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast
Year2014

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 75V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement79.3 cubic inches / 1301 cc
Bore x Stroke108 x 71 mm
Compression Ratio13.2:1
Max Horsepower131.4 kw / 180 hp
Cooling SystemLiquid cooling

Performance

Top Speedn/a

Transmission

ClutchPASC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated
Gearbox6 Speed
Final DriveChainX-Ring 5/8 x 5/16″

Electrical & Electronics System

StarterElectric starter/12V 11.2Ah

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeChromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front SuspensionWP-USD 48 mm
Rear SuspensionWP-Monoshock
Rear Suspension Travel6.1 inches / 156 mm
Rake24.9
Trail102 mm / 4.2 in

Wheels & Brakes

Front Wheel/Rim Size17x 3.5 in., cast aluminum alloy
Front Tire Size120/70ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Sportsmart2
Rear Wheel/Rim Size17x 6.0 in., cast aluminum alloy
Rear Tire Size190/55ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Sportsmart2
Front Brakes2 x Brembo 320mm 4 piston calipers
Rear BrakesSingleBrembo2 piston calipers

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height32.9 inches / 835 mm
Wheelbase58.3 inches / 1482 mm
Ground Clearance140 mm / 5.5 in
Fuel Tank Capacity18 Litres / 4.75 galUnleaded premium fuel (95 RON)
Dry Weight189 kg / 416.7 lbs

Features

  • 75-degree V-twin engine
  • 1301cc displacement
  • 177 hp at 8870 rpm
  • 106 ft-lb torque
  • 74 ft-lb torque at 2500 rpm
  • 0-200 kph in 7.2 seconds
  • Dry weight: 417 pounds
  • 4.75 gallon fuel tank
  • Ride-by-wire throttle system
  • Traction control system
  • Selectable ride modes: Rain, Street, Sport, Supermoto
  • Combined-ABS
  • Deactivatable traction control and ABS
  • 180bhp
  • 1,301 cc v-twin engine
KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)
KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)
KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014)

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