The 1290 Super Duke GT got us thinking that what if we would take the most dynamic naked bike ever and make it race any paved road of the world? To fight with the weather, we brought out the big guns, aiming for state-of-the-art ergonomics, electronics, and extreme stamina. It is a long-distance V-twin rocket. It is hungry for more. For miles. A motorcycle that will happily hunt horizons. It looks breathtaking when it is chasing superbikes. The 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 KTM Sports Touring Bike is all about refinement, speed, and ultimate performance rule.
1290 Super Duke GT 2018 KTM Sports Touring Bike – Features and Specifications
Engine & Exhaust
This touring bike is based on the 1,301 cc engine of the 1290 SUPER DUKE R that roars past the top of the food chain. It is also known as “The Beast,” the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is the Alpha within its segment.
Chassis
The chassis is a laser-cut, chrome-molybdenum steel trellis frame, welded to the highest standards. It is extremely stable and weighs only 9.8 kg, which makes it a low in overall of just 212 kg while the fully fueled bike weighs just 228 kg.
Ergonomics & Comfort
It has upgraded ergonomics like low footpegs and a large fuel tank. These low footpegs and a large tank are there to make the rider and passenger feel comfortable. And that’s not easy to do.
Think about the things to consider:
- Stack and reach
- Leg arch length
- Seat height
- Seat foam
- Knee angle and knee contact
- Handlebar width
- Position and offset
- Tall riders
- Short riders
- Heavy ones and featherweight
But after all, we did it by designing the bike to your needs.
Bodywork & Graphics
It is designed to be fast as a cheetah and devour unlimited km. It is for optimum wind and weather protection and KTM state-of-the-art finishing. The 1290 SUPER DUKE is one of its kind.
Software & Electronics
The 1290 SUPER DUKE is made of unique electronic packages. Keep it under full control while using its full potential. It has lean-angle sensitive electronics that intervene to provide maximum adhesion. There is optimum acceleration for hunting horizons and chasing superbikes. There is also combined ABS that gives control for stopping the action instantaneously whenever it is needed.
Accessories & Luggage
The PowerParts range boasts a wide variety of accessories and luggage. They have a lot of options across its Street range of sport motorcycles. They did so because KTM knows its customers like to modify and to travel. All KTM riders only get parts that perfectly complement their ride because all PowerParts are developed alongside their chosen machine. They can provide that important ‘factory fit’ straight from the dealer.
Check out the latest Accessories and Spare Parts of 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 KTM Sports Touring Bike.
1290 Super Duke GT 2018 KTM Sports Touring Bike – Technical Specifications
Chassis
| Frame design | Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder-coated |
| Front suspension | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | WP Semi-active suspension monoshock |
| Suspension travel (front) | 4.92 inch |
| Front brake disc diameter | 320 mm |
| Rear brake disc diameter | 240 mm |
| ABS | Bosch 9ME Combined ABS (incl. cornering ABS and supermoto mode, disengageable) |
| Chain | X-Ring 5/8 x 5/16″ |
Dimension
| Steering head angle | 65.1 ° |
| Seat height | 32.87 inch |
| dry weight | 451.94 |
| Tank capacity (approx.) | 6.08 |
Engine
| Design | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° |
| Displacement | 1301 cm³ |
| Bore | 108 mm |
| Stroke | 71 mm |
| Power in KW | 127 kW |
| Starter | Electric starter |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Lubrication | Forced oil lubrication with three oil pumps |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Primary drive | 40:79 |
| Secondary gear ratio | 17:38 |
| Clutch | PASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated |
| EMS | Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition |
Conclusion
The 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 KTM Sports Touring Bike is simply a fantastic bike. It is a beast that can go insanely fast. Most of all, it is still controllable. Here and there KTM has some working points, and its design may not convince everyone, but you’d even have a tough job denying that the 1290 SUPER DUKE is an excellent motorcycle.
