Between the Tech3 team and the KTM factory, there is more than just a relationship between a manufacturer and a satellite team. The partnership is often claimed, it should be a little deeper and extended shortly, while Hervé Poncharal's men are those who, for the moment, have brought the most victories to the RC16 in MotoGP. Or two. Which is double the track record of the factory itself... This relationship is now making history by being immortalized by a limited series of the 890 Duke. It will be released in 100 copies and it will only be for the French market…
If you fell for the beautiful orange color of the team's RC16 Tech3 en MotoGP, then it's high time to go to your dealership KTM to go and book this 890 Duke special. This model will only be produced 100 examples, each based on the standard 890 embellished with MotoGP-style paint and a series of alluring spare parts.
We find in particular a small spoiler located under the engine, an exhaust system Akrapovich, a saddle cover for the passenger, as on the 890 Duke and, of course, that paint that peels off the retina. The most surprising thing is its price. This exclusive machine will be on sale for only 1 euros more than an 300 Duke in standard version. So for 11 690 euros, you will have an exclusive and attractive MotoGP replica for the road.
Tech3 enters KTM posterity
It will be recalled that the Duke 890 is equipped with KTM's new LC8c parallel twin, tuned to 115 hp and 92 Nm of torque, a minor reduction compared to the R offered at 121 hp. The motorcycle includes four different engine modes to suit all conditions. The mode Rain for smooth throttle response, maximum traction control, reduced power and closely monitored anti-wheelie.
A diet Street for standard throttle response, normal TC, full power, slightly more liberated anti-wheelie and version Sport for a sporty response, reduced TC, full power, and barely monitored anti-wheelie. For those tempted by the full potential of KTM 890 Duke, the mode Track Optional allows you to adjust the parameters for timer attacks. Ideal for grabbing the last seconds in a qualifying session that you will have imagined while taking the track...
