KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R 2021 User Manual

10 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
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H02000-01
Condition
The drive mode TRACK (optional) is activated.
First gear is engaged.
The TC indicator lamp does not light up.
Coolant temperature: > 60 °C (> 140 °F)
Total riding distance covered: > 1,000 km (> 620 mi)
– Activate launch control in the combination instrument.
The number of available starts is indicated on the start
screen.
– Apply full throttle with the clutch lever pulled.
The engine speed is adjusted.
6,500 rpm
The TC indicator lamp flashes quickly.
– Release clutch lever quickly but in a controlled manner.
10.7 Quickshifter+ (optional)
H01989-10
If the Quickshifter+ (optional) is activated, you can shift up and
down without actuating the clutch.
Because there is no need to close the throttle grip, uninterrupted
gear shifts are possible.
The quickshifter+ uses the shifter shaft position to check whether
or not a shift should be initiated, and sends a corresponding signal
to the engine control.
If the quickshifter+ is disabled in the combination instrument, the
clutch needs to be actuated in the normal way for each shift.
10.8 Shifting, riding
Warning
Danger of accidents Abrupt load alterations can cause the vehicle to get out of control.
– Avoid abrupt load alterations and sudden braking actions.
– Adapt your speed to the road conditions.
Warning
Danger of accidents If you change down at high engine speed, the rear wheel blocks and the engine
races.
– Do not change into a low gear at high engine speed.

KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R 2021 Specifications

General

Displacement	1301 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Rear Suspension	WP APEX monoshock, fully adjustable
Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	16 liters
Dry Weight	189 kg
Bore x Stroke	108 mm x 71 mm
Compression Ratio	13.5:1
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps
Wheelbase	1482 mm
Traction Control	MTC (Motorcycle Traction Control), lean-angle sensitive
Engine Type	V-Twin, 4-stroke
Power	180 hp
Torque	140 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Frame	Chromium-Molybdenum steel frame, powder coated
Front Suspension	WP APEX 48
Front Brake	320 mm discs
Rear Brake	Brembo two-piston caliper, 240 mm disc
Clutch	PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
ABS	Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering ABS and Supermoto mode)