2024 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

"2024 KTM 1290 Super Duke GTThink of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT as a comfortable ballistic missile. Powered by an LC8 V-twin cranking out massive horsepower and torque figures, it devours miles and racing lines with minimal effort. Needless to say, when it comes to covering ground comfortably at speed, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is an unmatched weapon.EngineThe KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT BEAST-derived LC8 V-Twin power plant perfectly fits its sovereign appearance. Reworked for reduced emissions without sacrificing power, it is as much a superbike slayer as it is a coastal road cruiser. A unique mix of the highest quality components, such as titanium inlet valves, have also combined to create overall reliability and allow for service intervals of 15,000 km. That’s a lot of touring!Cylinder headAn absolutely key element in the outstanding performance and smooth response of the 1,301 cc 75° V-twin are the unit’s cutting-edge four-valve cylinder heads. These combine twin-plug ignition, flow-optimized ports, lightweight titanium valves, and resonator chambers for the smoothest twin in town.FrameThe hint is in the name. The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is built for covering ground quickly and comfortably. Thanks to its refined ergonomics, electronically adjustable suspension and impressive tank range, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is the perfect travel companion.Sub frameEngineered to support a passenger, as well as full-loaded panniers, the sub frame on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT ticks a number of key hyper-touring boxes.SuspensionInnovative semi-active suspension serves comfort, safety, and adjustability on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT. This allows the rider to easily adjust suspension settings at the push of a button, with advanced sensor wizardry taking care of the details. Other than the expected Comfort, Street, and Sport settings, the rider can also take extra passenger weight into account, with the SCU (Suspension Control Unit) adapting the damping, load, and anti-dive rates in real-time. It also monitors rider position, using information provided by a set of suspension stroke sensors and accelerometers to ensure optimal suspension performance in all conditions.         Specification:ENGINE TORQUE - 141 Nm BATTERY CAPACITY - 12 Ah COOLING - Liquid cooled POWER IN KW - 128.7 kW STARTER - Electric starter STROKE - 71 mm BORE - 108 mm CLUTCH - PASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated DISPLACEMENT - 1301 cm³ EMS - Keihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignition DESIGN - 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° LUBRICATION - Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumpsCHASSIS WEIGHT (WITHOUT FUEL) - 209 kg ABS - Bosch 9ME Combined ABS (incl. cornering ABS and supermoto mode, disengageable) FRONT BRAKE DISC DIAMETER - 320 mm REAR BRAKE DISC DIAMETER - 240 mm FRONT BRAKE - Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc REAR BRAKE - Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc CHAIN - 525 X-Ring FRAME DESIGN - Chrome-moly tubular space frame, powder-coated FRONT SUSPENSION - WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm GROUND CLEARANCE - 141 mm REAR SUSPENSION - WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber SEAT HEIGHT - 835 mm STEERING HEAD ANGLE - 65.1 ° SUSPENSION TRAVEL (FRONT) - 125 mm SUSPENSION TRAVEL (REAR) - 156 mm"