The KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo Features and Specs
The third generation KTM 1290 Super Duke R burst onto the super naked scene in 2020 with a new frame, suspension components, and a revised 1301cc V-Twin engine. Still aggressively styled, still finished in orange, and still happiest on one wheel, it is now more refined than ever before – with a claimed increase of 3bhp and less weight to muscle around, yet easy to live with in town and less inclined to chuck you off the back when you twist the noise tube. With an ant-like LED face tucked between a set of broad jagged shoulders, it looks fast standing still – with 30 seconds of riding confirming it’s even quicker on the move. It may be more grown up than ever, but it’ll still carry you from zero to jailtime faster than you can say 'sorry officer.' For 2022, this sophistication has continued with the introduction of a new Evo model. Pricing at $19,599 USD for the standard bike in 2022, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo gains semi-active WP Apex suspension for a claimed gre...