KTM 1290 Super Duke R
- Production years
- 2020–2022
- Brand
- KTM
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R (2022)
Selected year: 2020
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,301 cm³
- Power
- 177 hp (132 kW) at 9,500 rpm
- Wet weight
- 209 kg
- Seat height
- 835 mm
Overview
The 2022 KTM 1290 Super Duke R is a naked bike with a 1,301 cc V-twin engine, producing 177 hp (132 kW) and 140 Nm. It weighs 209 kg (wet weight), with a 837 mm seat and a 16 L fuel tank. Its chrome-moly tubular space frame houses a hydraulically actuated PASC slipper clutch. Braking equipment includes twin 320 mm front discs with Brembo Stylema callipers and Bosch cornering ABS with a SUPERMOTO ABS mode. Compared with the Kawasaki Z H2, the Super Duke R has 16 hp less and is 31 kg lighter.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore
- 108 mm
- Bore x stroke
- 108 x 71 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,301 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 13.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid cooling
- Cylinders
- 2
- Engine type
- Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
- Fuel system
- Keihin EFI Throttle body 56 mm
- 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
- Power
- 177 hp (132 kW) at 9,500 rpm
- Torque
- 140 Nm
- Chain size
- 525
- Clutch
- PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Primary drive
- 40:76
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 189 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16 L
- Ground clearance
- 160 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Wet weight
- 209 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,497 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Fork tube size
- 48 mm
- Frame
- CrMo-steel trellis frame, powder coated, Subframe Cast aluminium / Composite
- Front suspension
- 48mm WP APEX, USD forks
- Front wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP APEX shock absorber
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Trail
- 108 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Bosch 9.1 MP 2.0 (with cornering ABS and SUPERMOTO ABS)
- Front brakes
- 2 x 320mm discs, Brembo Stylema four piston, radially mounted caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70 ZR 17
- Front wheel
- 3.50 x 17
- Rear brakes
- Single 240mm disc Brembo two piston, fixed caliper,
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 200/55 ZR 17
- Rear wheel
- 6.00 x 17
- Wheels
- Cast aluminium wheels
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Electronic rider aids
- MTC (lean-angle sensitive, 3-Mode, disengageable, Track mode optional)
Last updated:
Model years
2022
Seat height: 835 mm → 837 mm
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,301 cm³ | 1,301 cm³ |
| Power | 177 hp (132 kW) | 177 hp (132 kW) |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Wet weight | 209 kg | 209 kg |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 837 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Power above the class median
Its 177 hp compares with a naked bike median of 74 hp in our catalogue.
Things to consider
Seat above the class median
The 837 mm seat is 37 mm taller than the 800 mm naked bike median in our catalogue.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
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
835 mm
Approx. loaded height
805 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 16 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
291 km
With 10% reserve
262 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 Duke R?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R weighs 209 kg (wet weight) and 189 kg (dry weight). For model year 2020.
What are the specs of KTM 1290 Super Duke R?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2020: 1,301 cc; 177 hp (132 kW); 140 Nm; 209 kg (wet weight); seat height 835 mm; fuel tank 16 L. Specification table
How much horsepower does KTM 1290 Super Duke R have?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R makes 177 hp (132 kW) at 9,500 rpm, with a torque of 140 Nm. For model year 2020.
What is the seat height of KTM 1290 Super Duke R?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a seat height of 835 mm. For model year 2020.
What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 1290 Super Duke R?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a fuel tank capacity of 16 L. For model year 2020.
Does the KTM 1290 Super Duke R meet the numerical A2 limits?
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R does not meet the numerical A2 limits at full power: 132.0 kW, 0.63 kW/kg. This does not confirm licence eligibility for every version and market. For model year 2020.












