KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 User Manual

PREPARING FOR USE 9
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9.1 Advice on preparing for first use
Danger
Danger of accidents A rider who is not fit to ride poses a danger to him or herself and others.
– Do not operate the vehicle if you are not fit to ride due to alcohol, drugs or medication.
– Do not operate the vehicle if you are physically or mentally impaired.
Warning
Risk of injury Missing or poor protective clothing presents an increased safety risk.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing such as helmet, boots, gloves as well as trousers and a jacket
with protectors on all rides.
– Always wear protective clothing that is in good condition and meets the legal regulations.
Warning
Danger of crashing Different tire tread patterns on the front and rear wheel impair the handling charac-
teristic.
Different tire tread patterns can make the vehicle significantly more difficult to control.
– Make sure that only tires with a similar tire tread pattern are fitted to the front and rear wheel.
Warning
Danger of accidents Non-approved or non-recommended tires and wheels impact the handling character-
istic.
– Only use tires/wheels approved by KTM with the corresponding speed index.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement	1301 cc
Bore x Stroke	108 mm x 71 mm
Starter	Electric starter
Transmission	6-speed
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps
Front Suspension	WP USD Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	WP monoshock
Traction Control	MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control)
Ground Clearance	140 mm
Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Capacity	18 liters
Dry Weight	189 kg
Front Tire	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tire	190/55 ZR 17
Power	177 hp (130 kW) @ 9, 750 rpm
Torque	141 Nm @ 7, 000 rpm
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Frame	Chromoly steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front Brake	2 x Brembo, 320 mm
Rear Brake	Brembo twin-piston fixed caliper, 240 mm
Wheelbase	1482 mm