KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
- Production years
- 2023
- Brand
- KTM
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S (2023)
Selected year: 2023
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,301 cm³
- Power
- 158 hp (118 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 247 kg
- Seat height
- 849 mm
Overview
The 2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is an adventure bike with a 1,301 cc V-twin engine. It produces 158 hp (118 kW) and 138 Nm, weighs 247 kg (wet weight), and has an 849 mm seat and a 23 L fuel tank. Its front and rear tyres are sized 120/70-ZR19 and 170/60-ZR17, with 200 mm of suspension travel at each end. It has WP semi-active suspension and Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS with cornering ABS and an off-road mode. Compared with the BMW R 1250 GS, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 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
- Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps
- Starting
- Eletric
- 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
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 220 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23 L
- Ground clearance
- 223 mm
- Seat height
- 849 mm
- Wet weight
- 247 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,580 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Fork tube size
- 48 mm
- Frame
- Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
- Front suspension
- 48 mm WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down forks
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode)
- Front brakes
- 2 x 320 mm floating disc, Brembo four-piston brake calipers
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR19
- Rear brakes
- Single 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston brake caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 267 mm
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-ZR17
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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 above the class median
At 247 kg wet, it is 20.5 kg heavier than the adventure bike median of 226.5 kg in our catalogue.
Rider fit
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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
Balls of both feet likely down
You should reach on both sides, but probably not with your heels fully down.
Seat height
849 mm
Approx. loaded height
819 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 S?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S weighs 247 kg (wet weight) and 220 kg (dry weight). For model year 2023.
What are the specs of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2023: 1,301 cc; 158 hp (118 kW); 138 Nm; 247 kg (wet weight); seat height 849 mm; fuel tank 23 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does KTM 1290 Super Adventure S have?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 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 S?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a seat height of 849 mm. For model year 2023.
What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a fuel tank capacity of 23 L. For model year 2023.
Does the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S meet the numerical A2 limits?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 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.
