KTM has announced the KTM 1290 Super Duke RR 2021, which is lighter and more efficient than its predecessor. The premiere of the new motorcycle did not come as a big surprise since, over the past few months, various news appeared on the network with spy photos, drawings from patents, and other information.
This version goes a step further in terms of performance, adding more equipment focused on track use and less weight without losing any previous strengths of a motorcycle that has 180 hp from a huge two-cylinder V engine.
The 2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR's Main Innovations
KTM engineers worked on the new KTM 1290 Super Duke RR with one goal in mind: to make the ultimate high-performance streetfighter. The new model weighs 9 kilograms (20 pounds) less than its predecessor. Less weight is always more fun.
Overall, it weighs almost 180 kilograms (400 pounds). Now it can easily compete with Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, which are known for their weight limits. The 1,301cc engine produces 180 hp, which means the Austrian manufacturer has achieved a power-to-weight ratio of 1: 1.
The 1290 Super Duke RR became lighter thanks to carbon components, lighter wheels, and a lighter rear section. The body parts as well as the lower tail cover were made of carbon. In addition, they used a lithium ion battery, which was a nice choice—it provided -2.5 kilograms (5.5 pounds) from the weight of the motorcycle.
What Are The Minor Features Of KTM 1290 Super Duke RR 2021?
Other features of the KTM 1290 Super Duke RR 2021 include the following:
- WP Apex Pro rear suspension.
- WP Apex Pro steering stabilizer.
- Michelin Power Cup 2 tires.
- New color.
- Updated electronics with very flexible customization.
The electronics bring new features with the new Track and Performance driving modes where you can adjust each parameter from the slip allowed on the rear wheel to the throttle response or engine retention.
In addition, considering its use on the track, it has a single seat with a subframe made of carbon fiber. Also, it has mechanized and adjustable levers and footpegs.
The only downside is that the specified series will be released in a limited edition. There will only be 500 units of the KTM 1290 Super Duke RR, so it will be a difficult bike to see on roads. And all of them are already booked.