KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
- Production years
- 2023
- Brand
- KTM
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R (2023)
Selected year: 2023
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,301 cm³
- Power
- 158 hp (118 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 248 kg
- Seat height
- 880 mm
Overview
The 2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is an adventure bike with a 1,301 cc V-twin engine. It produces 158 hp (118 kW) and 138 Nm, and weighs 248 kg (wet weight). Its seat height is 880 mm and its fuel tank holds 23 L. It has a 2.5 x 21 front wheel and a 4.25 x 18 rear wheel, with 220 mm of travel at both ends from WP XPLOR suspension. Compared with the BMW R 1250 GS, the Super Adventure R has 22 hp more.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore
- 108 mm
- Bore x stroke
- 108 x 71 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,301 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 13.1:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump
- Cylinders
- 2
- Engine type
- Four stroke, 75° V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
- Fuel system
- 2x Keihin EFI, 52mm throttle bodies
- Ignition
- System contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
- Lubrication system
- Pressure lubrication with 3 Eaton pumps
- Starting
- Electric
- Stroke
- 71 mm
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Emission details
- Euro 5
- Power
- 158 hp (118 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Torque
- 138 Nm
- Chain size
- 525
- Clutch
- PASC anti-hopping clutch, hydraulically operated
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Primary drive
- 40:76
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 221 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23 L
- Ground clearance
- 242 mm
- Seat height
- 880 mm
- Wet weight
- 248 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,557 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Fork tube size
- 48 mm
- Frame
- Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis frame, powder coated, aluminium powder coated sub-frame
- Front suspension
- 48 mm WP XPLOR USD, compression, rebound, preload
- Front wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP XPLOR shock absorber with PDS, compression (high and low speed), rebound, hydraulic preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 220 mm
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS - incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disenengageable
- Front brakes
- 2 x 320 mm disc Brembo four-piston, radially mounted caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90 21 (OT Version: 90/90 × 21)
- Front wheel
- 2.5 x 21
- Rear brakes
- Single 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston, fixed caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 267 mm
- Rear tyre
- 150/70 ZR 18 (OT Version: 150/70 × 18)
- Rear wheel
- 4.25 x 18
- Wheels
- Forged aluminium rims with spokes
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Electronic rider aids
- MTC (lean-angle sensitive, 4 modes, disengageable), double ignition
- Instruments
- 7 in TFT
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Pros and cons
Advantages
Power above the class median
Its 158 hp compares with an adventure bike median of 100 hp in our catalogue.
Things to consider
Weight and seat height
At 248 kg (wet weight), it is 21.5 kg heavier than the adventure bike median in our catalogue. Its 880 mm seat is 39 mm taller than the class median.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier
Plan to use a one-foot stop and test the motorcycle before buying.
Seat height
880 mm
Approx. loaded height
850 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 23 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
418 km
With 10% reserve
376 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the weight of KTM 1290 Super Adventure R?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R weighs 248 kg (wet weight) and 221 kg (dry weight). For model year 2023.
What are the specs of KTM 1290 Super Adventure R?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2023: 1,301 cc; 158 hp (118 kW); 138 Nm; 248 kg (wet weight); seat height 880 mm; fuel tank 23 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does KTM 1290 Super Adventure R have?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R makes 158 hp (118 kW) at 9,000 rpm, with a torque of 138 Nm. For model year 2023.
What is the seat height of KTM 1290 Super Adventure R?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has a seat height of 880 mm. For model year 2023.
What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 1290 Super Adventure R?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has a fuel tank capacity of 23 L. For model year 2023.
Does the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R meet the numerical A2 limits?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R does not meet the numerical A2 limits at full power: 118.0 kW, 0.48 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2023.
