2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle Review Specs

500 units of the new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle will go into production after the 2021 model’s explosive success. It promises the same levels of fury but with a meaner, darker appearance.

Once again, the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle will tear up the asphalt, making a profound and long-lasting impact as the KTM stable’s ultimate numbers-limited Hyper Naked motorbike. With 1,301 cc, 180 horsepower, 180 kg, and 140 Nm, along with an incredible 1:1 power-to-weight ratio, the figures speak for themselves. It is as powerful as its predecessor, only with a deeper shadow.

The new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle has a sinister appearance with its gloss black and matt carbon base, contrasting white graphics, and dramatic orange highlights. It looks threatening. Various distinctive, specially made parts exclusive to the RR amplify this further by bringing extra ferocity and attitude.

Being 11 kg lighter than a conventional 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo, an all-new KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR offers riders the ultimate Hyper Naked package and is equally adept at tearing up mountain roads and lap times.

But what turns the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle from a backroad brawler into a skilled track day terror is its assortment of the best WP Suspension parts. A specially designed WP APEX PRO 7746 Shock handles the back, while a fully adjustable WP APEX PRO 7548 Close cartridge fork up front has been designed with the RR in mind. The WP APEX PRO 7117 steering damper provides 30 clicks to fine-tune it to your specifications while controlling everything.

2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle – Feature

Adjustability

Multiple adjustment options are a 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle feature. Almost every aspect of this BEAST, including the hand levers and superb suspension, may be customized to the rider’s preferences. And if that’s not enough, you can use a specific selection of KTM Powerparts to make it even meaner.

KTM Race On System

Keys for ignition need to be updated. The new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle transponder is “keyless.” You won’t have to worry about leaving your key in your pocket after wearing your gloves. To get started and go, all you have to do is keep the key near your bike.

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Bodywork

The new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle further simplifies the naked bike philosophy better than 2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR. The panel thickness was meticulously examined to guarantee maximum weight reduction. However, the panels serve a purpose beyond just reducing weight; they give the whole thing greater rigidity and a more powerful, muscular appearance.

Graphics

It would be incorrect to believe that the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle looms large above its shadow. With its unique combination of subdued grey carbon, vivid orange tones, and gloss black, it asserts its power. And let’s not overlook the white graphics that scream its RR credentials across its sides.

Engine

With its 1,301 cc LC8 V-Twin engine producing 180 horsepower and 140 Nm, the BEAST’s heartbeat hardly needs an introduction. The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR has a fantastic power-to-weight ratio of 1:1, mainly owing to a 9 kg total weight reduction. Despite this, the engine is homologated for EURO5.

Exhaust

Standard 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle equipment includes an Akrapovic Slip-On. The end cap is carbon fiber, while the muffler’s outer sleeve is lightweight titanium, as you would expect from the finest in the industry. The full titanium, MotoGP-derived AKRAPOVIC “EVOLUTION LINE” model is a fantastic alternative for anyone who is seeking a little extra bite. But be warned—this is not a street-legal option; it’s only available on racetracks.

LED Lighting

All ends of the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle are illuminated with LEDs. The LED headlight is brilliant and can burn through any darkness in front of you, while the LED daytime running lights serve as a friendly caution to sportbikes. As a courtesy, LED indicators tell anybody daring enough to follow you which direction you’ve gone.

Ergonomics

Performance riding is the primary goal of the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle’s riding posture. With the tank slanted slightly outward, you will have more excellent touch with the bike while dragging elbows and more support on the tank surface when stopping. Additionally, the handlebar is lowered for better control without sacrificing comfort.

Seat

Weapons designed to destroy tracks need the right seats. Because of this, the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle has a specially designed seat that is 10 mm higher than the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R‘s. Nevertheless, the seat height may be lowered to 837 mm because of the adjustable length of the rear shock. It is matching the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R‘s seat height. The seat’s design aims to provide riders with the most grip possible while also allowing for sufficient comfort and flexibility. The “RR” logo is perfectly completing everything.

Handlebar

It is simple to find the ideal sitting posture thanks to the handlebar’s adjustable 760 mm width. With four locations spanning 22 mm from front to back, riders may choose their ideal reach, which makes it simple to tackle turns and essential for maintaining grip on straightaways.

Menu Switch

The new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle’s reliable and user-friendly motorcycle switchgear, which also happens to press all the right buttons, was developed after extensive testing. Now, while in Track or Performance Mode, riders may simply control the wheel slip using paddle buttons on the switchgear. They can also program two switches for quick access to their preferred features or settings.

Footpegs

These CNC-machined aluminum footpegs are adjustable to 12 different settings, allowing each rider to find their ideal fit. Designed for track usage, they are completed with carbon heel protectors. They also provide superior foot grip compared to normal and permit a greater lean angle. What if you changed things up and shifted in the other direction? There is also no issue there.

Frame

An all-new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle’s frame increases torsional stiffness by using the engine. This makes the bike very stiff. This makes it possible to bike more quickly by enabling an easy, confident riding stance. This is accomplished by optimizing the input from the front tire and chassis. For the best weight and rigidity, the frame also uses big diameter tubes with thin walls.

Suspension

Consider the 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle’s suspension components as the muscles that strive to transfer power to the ground in the most effective and efficient manner. Each part has been carefully chosen to enhance this track-shredding beast’s performance, adaptability, and handling.

Wheels and Tires

All that resentment can be released into the pavement with the help of ultra-lightweight forged 7-spoke wheels paired with Michelin Power Cup2 tires. These wheels weigh a whole 1.5 kg lighter than the conventional 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R wheels, although sharing the same design guidelines as the KTM RC 16. This translates into less unsprung mass, improved acceleration, braking, and lightning-fast responsiveness when swerving around curves. Meanwhile, the track-ready rubber’s dual-compound construction allows it to warm up impressively rapidly. The rear tire is a gigantic 200/55/ZR17, while the front tire is 120/70 ZR17.

Steering Dampener

The new 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle is equipped with a race-derived WP APEX PRO 7117 steering damper, the same kind that the WP racing teams utilize. With the WP APEX PRO 7117, riders can fine-tune the damping with up to 30 clicks, enabling them to find the ideal setting for any situation.

Brakes

The 4-piston BREMBO Stylema monobloc calipers up front that clamp into 320 mm floating discs and the twin-piston floating caliper at the back that bites into a 240 mm disc are what rein in this beast. Oh, and don’t overlook the equally effective ABS technology coupled with the brake system.

2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Sports Motorcycle – Technical Specifications

Engine

Chassis