At KTM, we are coming out of an exciting 2020 MotoGP season and as Mattighofen prides itself on systematically linking the competition to the series, we expect the Austrians to provide a unison lineup. It seems to be coming since the rumor of a 1290 Super Duke RR is confirmed. But not only. It remains to be seen whether, with still a twin-cylinder, the Styrian mountain will not give birth to a mouse...
In a range where reputation depends on the power displayed by technical data, the Super Duke R does not hit the headlines with its just under 180 hp. A very weak cavalry compared to that of a Ducati Streetfighter V4 S or even a Kawasaki ZH2. But KTM focuses on character, reputation and sound.
Cards that will apparently still be played while a version RR is confirmed. Although the power remains in the same waters, KTM assures that the new opus will be more “bestial”. The arrival was revealed by broadcast documents in Germany revealing not only its existence, but also some key details.
It will therefore be necessary to refer to the work carried out on the suspensions WP and on the exhaust with Akrapovic to detect the savagery promised. The first rumors suggested that the Super Duke RR would be a limited edition model only, potentially to celebrate the fantastic season of MotoGP of the firm, during which it not only won a race for the first time, but also won three via Brad Binder et Miguel Oliveira.
The KTM Adventure too
The latest generation of Super Adventure S et Super Adventure R is also on the way for 2021. Further leaks regarding details of this model came from KTM, who apparently put it up on their own website before quickly removing it.
However, displaydown was able to get an overview of the details, which confirms the integration of a radar assistance system for safer driving and an unchanged power of 160 hp as well as a larger fuel tank with an electronically opening cap, two separate radiators, an updated transmission and a new 7-inch TFT screen. Here's something to end the year with positive thoughts.
