48 mm
WP APEX Semi-Active Technology USD forks - Pro package
optional
Front Wheel Travel
200 mm / 7.9 in
Rear Suspension
WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber, electronically regulated
preload
Rear Wheel Travel
200 mm / 7.9 in
Front Brakes
2 x 320 mm disc Brembo four-piston, radially mounted caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston, fixed caliper
ABS
Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS - incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode,
disenengageable
Wheels
Cast aluminium
Front Rim
3.50 x 19
Rear Rim
5.00 x 17
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR19
Rear Tyre
170/60-ZR17
Steering Head Angle
65.3°
Wheelbase
1557±15 mm / 61.2 in
Seat Height
849 mm / 33.4 in -
adjustable 869 mm / 34.2 in
Ground Clearance
223 mm / 8.7 in
Dry Weight
220 kg / 485 lbs
Fuel Capacity
23 Litres / 6 US gal
Instrumentation
7″ TFT
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From a press release issued BY KTM:
THE NEW KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S LAUNCHES A NEW ERA OF ENGINEERING MASTERY
AND PERFORMANCE-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
Meet the cutting-edge evolution of the KTM ADVENTURE spirit: the 2021 KTM
1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S. KTM’s latest expression of high-performance adventuring
redefines the standards in rider-focused ergonomics, performance-enhancing
technology and state-of-the-art componentry.
Invigorating the Adventure motorcycle segment with the release of its
over-1000cc ADVENTURE models for the past eight years, KTM has taken full
advantage of the development feedback to introduce a new era of rider-focused
design and ground-breaking technology with the 2021 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S.
Introducing a third generation of over-1000cc KTM ADVENTURE models, the KTM
1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the sportiest and most technologically advanced
Adventure bike to ever roll its wheels off the production line in Mattighofen,
Austria. Forged to provide the benefits of a versatile sports-tourer with
diligence paid to ergonomics and comfort over any terrain, in brief it’s the
ultimate high-performance Adventure bike.
Redesigned ergonomics
Focusing on keener handling, the new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S introduces a
chassis overhaul that further enhances weight distribution and riding agility. A
sharper cornering sensation is achieved by moving the steering head back by 15
mm and re-locating the front section of the engine. Additionally, the longer
open-lattice swingarm contributes to a more stable feeling under acceleration.
The subframe has been crafted to provide a lower seat height without sacrificing
durability or practicality.
Surrounding the rider is a new 23-liter, keyless-cap fuel tank and a set of
bodywork that augment the bike’s agile feeling. Every centimeter of the paneling
has been analyzed in order not to impede the riding sensation. Providing
additional comfort for the long rides, the new seat is two-tiered and adjustable
by 20 mm. Also customizable are the handlebar levers, the all-new TFT and the
windshield that has been developed through wind tunnel testing and can be moved
by 55 mm. Overall, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S excels for its lower
centralization of masses and refined weight balance. It begs to be ridden hard
or caressed to speed over long distances.
Technology to boost performance
Regulating the ride is the new generation of electronic aids with a less
intrusive level of traction control in RAIN, STREET, SPORT, OFFROAD and an
updated (optional) RALLY mode. To take you to the best riding terrain with less
fuss, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S introduces an innovative Adaptive Cruise
Control system as standard for 2021. Developed in collaboration with Bosch, the
radar-based system automatically adjusts the safe distance to traffic ahead
according to five stages that can be set with the re-designed handlebar
switches.
The riding experience is further boosted with the brand new 7” TFT display
that is hooked to a new Connectivity Unit for seamless smartphone pairing. The
larger dashboard view has quicker and more practical menu systems as well as
clear aesthetic infographics to clearly indicate various sections of the bike.
The dash sits on top of a redesigned storage department with a USB charging
socket. To communicate with the new display, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S
comes with all-new switches on both sides of the handlebar, which offer a new
and more seamless user experience. A new set of quick select and favourites
buttons will allow for set-up changes on the fly and while the rider stays
focused on the roads ahead.
Advanced componentry
The heart of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the revised and Euro5
compliant V-twin. The eye-widening 160 hp and 138 Nm come in a lighter form
(-1.6 kg) thanks to thinner engine cases and a new oil circuit. The engine
breathes through an upgraded two-headed exhaust and shifts with a revised PANKL
gear mechanism that brings big improvements in the optional Quickshifter+.
New pistons have further raised reliability and the whole unit retains better
cooling thanks to a new water/oil system. The two new radiators work with the
redesigned bodywork to channel warm air away from the rider’s legs. 15,000 km
service intervals and low fuel consumption round-off the re-energized powerplant.
Furthermore, the lean angle dependent Motorcycle Traction Control has two
different controllers, one for wheel slip and another for pitch angle, with
their own data and strategies. The Cornering ABS and Offroad ABS systems are
products of the new Bosch Motorcycle Stability Control, while Motor Slip
Regulation is optional.
The KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S will hurtle along bumpy trails courtesy of a
new generation of WP APEX Semi-Active Technology, suspension. The SAT boasts
augmented damping thanks to new valves while the 6D lean angle sensor inputs
directly into the unit for a thorough outline of rider behavior.
Part of the updated range of KTM PowerParts specifically designed for the KTM
1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the Suspension Pro package that offers individual
damping for the fork and the shock, automatic preload adjustment and an on/off
Anti Dive setting. With the additional Rally Pack featuring the RALLY riding
mode and the respective MTC slip adjuster, all of the Suspension Pro and Rally
Pack features together with the Quickshifter+, the Motor Slip Regulation, the
Hill Hold Control and the adaptive brake light are included in the all-in-one
Tech Pack.
KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S - MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
- New ergonomics - new fuel tank, lower seat & new plastics
- Reworked bodywork - shorter chassis, new subframe & longer swingarm
- Optimized weight distribution - added agility & comfort
- New generation electronics - innovative ACC & reworked cornering MTC
- More intuitive 7” TFT display - optimal accessibility
- Redesigned handlebar switches, improved CCU
- Revised 1301cc LC8 engine - 160 hp & 138 Nm
- Next generation of Semi-Active Suspension
- Remodeled optional technology - Suspension Pro, Rally Pack & Tech Pack
Joachim Sauer - KTM Product Manager:“The 2021 KTM 1290 SUPER
ADVENTURE S is a sporty bike designed to offer unparalleled riding fun in any
terrain. With this model KTM enters its third generation of big Travel-Enduro
bikes for street and gravel adventurers. Collecting feedback from the market, we
focused on enhancing rider feeling and ergonomics while introducing
ground-breaking advancements, such as the Adaptive Cruise Control, the KTM way.
To appreciate the magic of our ACC, you need to consider that the ideal roads to
experience the thrilling performance of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S may lie
hours away. With highways in between, ACC will let you breeze through the
transit keeping you ready to strike whenever possible. The new generation model
will carry you as far, long and as hard as you want while keeping the original
KTM DNA strong with its elevated performance potential.”