2016
KTM 1290 Super Adventure - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 320309 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | 1290 Super Adventure |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Frontwheeltravel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rake | 26.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP Semi-active suspension monoshock |
| Rearwheeltravel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 108.0 x 75.0 mm (4.3 x 3.0 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 1301.00 ccm (79.39 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76. |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Enginetype | 75° V arrangement |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Keihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignition |
| Lubricationsystem | Forced oil lubrication with 3 pumps |
| Power | 160.00 HP (116.8 kW)) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Grey/silver |
|---|---|
| Comments | Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Switchable Bosch ABS. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Alternateseatheight | 875 mm (34.4 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
|---|---|
| Dryweight | 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds) |
| Fuelcapacity | 30.00 litres (7.93 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.6987 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 860 mm (33.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.