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KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R 2018

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With its ultra-lightweight yet extremely stable trellis frame, a beautifully manufactured single-sided swingarm and state-of-the-art WP suspension components, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R exceeds all requirements for stability and control. Tubeless wheels, 17-inch front and rear, with the latest Metzeler M7RR tires offer tremendous traction on asphalt and let you exploit the bike’s capabilities to the fullest. Feedback? Check. Safety? Check. Fun? Double check.

Single-sided swingarm

…The jaw-droppingly beautiful, light alloy, single-sided swingarm on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R is not only extremely lightweight, but also precisely manufactured and generously dimensioned – a potent partner when the SUPER DUKE R unleashes its torque and riding dynamics. The rear wheel is fitted to an axle 50 mm in diameter and bolted in place with a 60 mm central wheel nut. The design of the swing arm is adapted optimally to the tubular trellis frame in terms of flexural behavior and stiffness. A high-precision, eccentric adjustment is used for tensioning the chain.

Alarm system mounting kit

Alarm system

Crash bung

Roadlok

Wheels & Suspension

Telescopic fork

…With its multiple setting options for spring rebound, compression and damping, the extremely torsion-resistant upside-down telescopic fork from WP Suspension provides you with a personalized suspension set-up. Not only can rebound and compression damping be set separately, but also completely independently from each other thanks to the 'split principle' (the left fork tube controls compression and the right one rebound damping). This allows riders to find their dream set-up with speed and precision – key words at KTM.

Shock absorber

…The directly articulated, high-quality WP pressurized-gas central shock absorber with external remote reservoir offers numerous setting options over a wide set-up range. Compression and rebound damping can be regulated independently – with separate settings for high-speed and low-speed compression damping. In addition, the spring preload can be adjusted by hand. The Beast is equipped with a harder fork spring than its predecessor (10.0 N/mm), while the preload of the shock absorber as well as the set-up of the fork and the shock absorber have been revised for high-speed excellence.

Steering damper

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Wheels

…The tailor-made Metzeler M7RR tires on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R enter new technological territory. Derived from Metzeler’s experience in Road Racing activities, including the “Isle of Man TT”, they feature completely new profiles, structure materials, compounds and tread pattern. Even for wear, perfect steering behavior, grip in every situation and fantastic ride stability. The tubeless sport tires are fitted on extremely lightweight, light-alloy wheels manufactured in a low-pressure die casting process. Not only do the lightweight wheels make the bike lighter overall, they also minimize the unsprung masses and moment of inertia, with a positive impact on the handling and ride dynamics of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R.

Factory triple clamp

Brakes

…More than adequate deceleration is ensured at the front wheel on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R by the two radially mounted Brembo M50 Monobloc four-piston fixed calipers with 320 mm twin-disc brake with two floating discs and a radial hand pump. The spacing between hand brake lever and handlebar is adjustable so that the lever is within easy reach for every rider. The front brake receives effective support from the disc brake on the rear wheel, which features a 240 mm diameter disc and a two-piston Brembo caliper. The enormous potential of the Brembo brakes can be exploited to the full on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R thanks to its sportily tuned and lean-angle sensitive anti-lock braking system.

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KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R 2018

Chassis

Single-sided swingarm

Alarm system mounting kit

Alarm system

Crash bung

Roadlok

Wheels & Suspension

Telescopic fork

Shock absorber

Steering damper

Steering damper

Wheels

Factory triple clamp

Brakes

Brakes

Wave brake disc

Wave brake disc

Wave-brake disc set

Fuel tank

Fuel tank quick lock

CNC-parts

Clutch reservoir cover

Swingarm bolt cover kit

Brake fluid reservoir cover

Footbrake cylinder cover

Rear axle cover

Clutch reservoir cap

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Chassis

Single-sided swingarm

Alarm system mounting kit

Alarm system

Crash bung

Roadlok

Wheels & Suspension

Telescopic fork

Shock absorber

Steering damper

Steering damper

Wheels

Factory triple clamp

Brakes

Brakes

Wave brake disc

Wave brake disc

Wave-brake disc set

Fuel tank

Fuel tank quick lock

CNC-parts

Clutch reservoir cover

Swingarm bolt cover kit

Brake fluid reservoir cover

Footbrake cylinder cover

Rear axle cover

Clutch reservoir cap

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