KTM 1200 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
. .From a press release issued BY KTM:
THE NEW KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S LAUNCHES A NEW ERA OF ENGINEERING MASTERYAND PERFORMANCE-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
Meet the cutting-edge evolution of the KTM ADVENTURE spirit: the 2021 KTM1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S. KTM’s latest expression of high-performance adventuringredefines the standards in rider-focused ergonomics, performance-enhancingtechnology and state-of-the-art componentry.
Invigorating the Adventure motorcycle segment with the release of itsover-1000cc ADVENTURE models for the past eight years, KTM has taken fulladvantage of the development feedback to introduce a new era of rider-focuseddesign and ground-breaking technology with the 2021 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S.
Introducing a third generation of over-1000cc KTM ADVENTURE models, the KTM1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the sportiest and most technologically advancedAdventure bike to ever roll its wheels off the production line in Mattighofen,Austria. Forged to provide the benefits of a versatile sports-tourer withdiligence paid to ergonomics and comfort over any terrain, in brief it’s theultimate high-performance Adventure bike.
Redesigned ergonomics
Focusing on keener handling, the new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S introduces achassis overhaul that further enhances weight distribution and riding agility. Asharper cornering sensation is achieved by moving the steering head back by 15mm and re-locating the front section of the engine. Additionally, the longeropen-lattice swingarm contributes to a more stable feeling under acceleration.The subframe has been crafted to provide a lower seat height without sacrificingdurability or practicality.
Surrounding the rider is a new 23-liter, keyless-cap fuel tank and a set ofbodywork that augment the bike’s agile feeling. Every centimeter of the panelinghas been analyzed in order not to impede the riding sensation. Providingadditional comfort for the long rides, the new seat is two-tiered and adjustableby 20 mm. Also customizable are the handlebar levers, the all-new TFT and thewindshield that has been developed through wind tunnel testing and can be movedby 55 mm. Overall, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S excels for its lowercentralization of masses and refined weight balance. It begs to be ridden hardor caressed to speed over long distances.
Technology to boost performance
Regulating the ride is the new generation of electronic aids with a lessintrusive level of traction control in RAIN, STREET, SPORT, OFFROAD and anupdated (optional) RALLY mode. To take you to the best riding terrain with lessfuss, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S introduces an innovative Adaptive CruiseControl system as standard for 2021. Developed in collaboration with Bosch, theradar-based system automatically adjusts the safe distance to traffic aheadaccording to five stages that can be set with the re-designed handlebarswitches.
The riding experience is further boosted with the brand new 7” TFT displaythat is hooked to a new Connectivity Unit for seamless smartphone pairing. Thelarger dashboard view has quicker and more practical menu systems as well asclear aesthetic infographics to clearly indicate various sections of the bike.The dash sits on top of a redesigned storage department with a USB chargingsocket. To communicate with the new display, the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE Scomes with all-new switches on both sides of the handlebar, which offer a newand more seamless user experience. A new set of quick select and favouritesbuttons will allow for set-up changes on the fly and while the rider staysfocused on the roads ahead.
Advanced componentry
The heart of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the revised and Euro5compliant 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 enginebreathes through an upgraded two-headed exhaust and shifts with a revised PANKLgear mechanism that brings big improvements in the optional Quickshifter+.
New pistons have further raised reliability and the whole unit retains bettercooling thanks to a new water/oil system. The two new radiators work with theredesigned bodywork to channel warm air away from the rider’s legs. 15,000 kmservice intervals and low fuel consumption round-off the re-energized powerplant.
Furthermore, the lean angle dependent Motorcycle Traction Control has twodifferent controllers, one for wheel slip and another for pitch angle, withtheir own data and strategies. The Cornering ABS and Offroad ABS systems areproducts of the new Bosch Motorcycle Stability Control, while Motor SlipRegulation is optional.
The KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S will hurtle along bumpy trails courtesy of anew generation of WP APEX Semi-Active Technology, suspension. The SAT boastsaugmented damping thanks to new valves while the 6D lean angle sensor inputsdirectly into the unit for a thorough outline of rider behavior.
Part of the updated range of KTM PowerParts specifically designed for the KTM1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is the Suspension Pro package that offers individualdamping for the fork and the shock, automatic preload adjustment and an on/offAnti Dive setting. With the additional Rally Pack featuring the RALLY ridingmode and the respective MTC slip adjuster, all of the Suspension Pro and RallyPack features together with the Quickshifter+, the Motor Slip Regulation, theHill Hold Control and the adaptive brake light are included in the all-in-oneTech 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 SUPERADVENTURE S is a sporty bike designed to offer unparalleled riding fun in anyterrain. With this model KTM enters its third generation of big Travel-Endurobikes for street and gravel adventurers. Collecting feedback from the market, wefocused on enhancing rider feeling and ergonomics while introducingground-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 toexperience the thrilling performance of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S may liehours away. With highways in between, ACC will let you breeze through thetransit keeping you ready to strike whenever possible. The new generation modelwill carry you as far, long and as hard as you want while keeping the originalKTM DNA strong with its elevated performance potential.”