KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 Experiences and Expert Review

Der Horvath

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R retains its brute character for 2022 if you take the beast by the horns. But the Hyper Naked from Mattighofen is also convincing in everyday use and presents itself as a mature all-round companion. Small details could use a little love, but nothing that spoils the positive overall impression of the 1290 Super Duke R.

Key Specification KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	108 mm
Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	9500 rpm
Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	8000 rpm
Compression Ratio	13.5
Degrees	75
Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission Type	Gearshift
Valves	DOHC
Displacement	1301 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	48 mm
Travel	125 mm
Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame type	Tubular
Rake	64.8 degree
Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	320 mm
Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Diameter	240 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	1497 mm
Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	A
Range	259 km
Combined CO2 emissions	145 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	6.17 l/100km
Stationary noise	91 dB

Equipment

Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices

KTM 1290 Super Duke R History

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 model series 180PS

180 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$18,006.00avg. market price

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 model series 180PS

180 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$15,353.00avg. market price

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 model series 180PS

180 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$14,848.00avg. market price

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019 model series 177PS

177 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$13,027.00avg. market price

Provides a wonderful adrenaline rush

extensive configuration options

terrific brakes with cornering ABS

practical electronic features

great seating position

electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated

very good shift assistant

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

one of the most dangerous motorbikes for the driving licence on the market

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 model series 177PS

177 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$11,815.00avg. market price

Provides a wonderful adrenaline rush

extensive configuration options

terrific brakes with cornering ABS

practical electronic features

great seating position

electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated

very good shift assistant

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

one of the most dangerous motorbikes for the driving licence on the market

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 model series 177PS

177 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$11,616.00avg. market price

Provides a wonderful adrenaline rush

extensive configuration options

terrific brakes with cornering ABS

practical electronic features

great seating position

electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated

very good shift assistant

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

one of the most dangerous motorbikes for the driving licence on the market

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 model series 173PS

173 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$9,646.00avg. market price

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 model series 173PS

173 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$9,262.00avg. market price

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 model series 173PS

173 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

$8,969.00avg. market price

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013 model series 173PS

173 HP

1301 ccm

189 kg

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

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FAQ KTM 1290 Super Duke R

What is the current market price of the KTM 1290 Super Duke R?: The current average market price of a KTM 1290 Super Duke R, year of manufacture 2023, is 14,360 USD with an average mileage of 1,141 km.
Which one is better? KTM 1290 Super Duke R or KTM 1290 Super Duke GT?: You can compare these two motorcycles here. You can find all pros and cons of the comparable model here.
How about the availability of the KTM 1290 Super Duke R?: Compared to other Naked bike bikes the availability is very good. There are very many KTM 1290 Super Duke R bikes available on the market.
How stable is the price of a used KTM 1290 Super Duke R? What about the price trend?: Looking at the year of manufacture 2013, the price stability of a KTM 1290 Super Duke R was very poor compared to other Naked bike bikes. The price trend was -47% in the first year and +44% in the second year.
How popular is the KTM 1290 Super Duke R?: There is a very strong demand for a KTM 1290 Super Duke R on the market. Test reports of this model are very often read on the platform of 1000PS.
What is the data source for the content on this page?: The data comes from the online motorcycle magazine '1000PS'. 1000PS was founded in 2001. The company is based in Austria. Most of the content is published in German. However, the team also presents motorcycle test videos in English on YouTube. Here you can find 1000PS on Instagram.