KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 User Manual

14 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Warning
Danger of accidents Driving aids can only prevent a
rollover within the physical limitations.
It is not always possible to compensate for extreme riding
situations, for example with luggage loaded with a high
center of gravity, varying road surfaces, steep descents or
full braking without disengaging the gear.
– Adapt your riding style to the road conditions and your
driving ability.
ABS has two operating modes: the Road and Offroad ABS modes.
In the Road ABS mode, the brakes are also applied to the rear
wheel when the front brake is applied. ABS can intervene on both
wheels.
In the Offroad ABS mode, the front brake slows the front wheel.
The rear brake slows the rear wheel. There is no ABS intervention
on the rear wheel. The ABS indicator lamp
3
flashes slowly to
remind you that the Offroad ABS mode is enabled.
Info
In the Offroad ABS mode, the rear wheel may lock and
there is a risk of falling.
The ABS operates with two independent brake circuits (front and
rear brakes). When the brake electronics control unit detects a

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement	1301 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Chain
Front Suspension	WP semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP semi-active suspension monoshock
Wheelbase	1560 mm
Fuel Capacity	23 liters
Dry Weight	215 kg
Power	160 hp (118 kW) @ 8750 rpm
Torque	140 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Front Brake	2 x 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake	267 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
ABS	Bosch 9ME Combined ABS
Traction Control	MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control)
Seat Height	860/875 mm
Tires Front	120/70 R19
Tires Rear	170/60 R17