Engine & performance
- Displacement
- 1301 cc
- Cooling
- Liquid Cooled
- Maximum power
- 177 HP
- Maximum torque
- 140 Nm
- Transmission
- Manual
- Gears
- 6-speed
- Bore x stroke
- 108.0 x 71.0 mm
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is a discontinued 1301 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. UltimateSpecs (2020 model year) lists 177 HP maximum power, 140 Nm maximum torque, a double-disc ABS front / single-disc ABS rear brake, a 120/70-17 front and 200/55-17 rear tyre, a 16 litre fuel tank and a 189 kg dry weight.
- Engine
- 1301 cc
- Max power
- 177 HP
- Max torque
- 140 Nm
- Fuel tank
- 16 Litres
- Kerb weight
- 189 kg
About the KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Overview
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is a motorcycle from KTM. It has been discontinued. Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. With a 1,301 cc engine it sits in the big-bike, 800 cc-plus class.
Engine and performance
Power comes from a 1,301 cc liquid-cooled engine that makes 177 HP and 140 Nm of torque. Its bore is wider than its stroke (108.0 x 71.0 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 950 PS per tonne; by that measure, its performance is at superbike level and rewards an experienced rider.
Gearbox
It has a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Chassis, brakes and tyres
Braking is by twin 320 mm discs at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear. It rides on 17-inch wheels — 120/70-17 at the front and 200/55-17 at the rear.
Size, comfort and range
The seat is 835 mm off the ground, which is on the tall side, so shorter riders may want to try it first. It weighs 189 kg ready to ride, which is on the heavy side, so moving it by hand takes some effort. The wheelbase is 1,482 mm. It carries 16 L of fuel.
Owning one
For the KTM 1290 Super Duke R, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹4,499 doorstep service.
Who it suits
With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R specifications
These figures come from a single publication (UltimateSpecs) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.
Dimensions & capacity
- Wheelbase
- 1,482 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Kerb weight
- 189 kg
- Fuel tank
- 16 Litres
Brakes, suspension & tyres
- Front brake
- Double disc, 320 mm, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, ABS
- Rear brake
- Single disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper, ABS
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 200/55-17
Sources: UltimateSpecs
Specifications last checked:
Owning the KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Mechiee doorstep service
₹4,499
Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.
Maintaining the KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Routine servicing
Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.
Engine oil & filter
Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.
Brake inspection
With Double disc, 320 mm, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, ABS and Single disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper, ABS brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.
Chain cleaning & lubrication
A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.
Coolant & cooling system
A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.
Air filter & spark plug
A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.
Disc brake fluid
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.
Tyre inspection
This bike runs 120/70-17 / 200/55-17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.
Battery & electricals
Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R service in Pune
Mechiee mechanics service the KTM 1290 Super Duke R at your doorstep across 119 areas of Pune, with bigger jobs handled at a Mechiee Service Center. Pick your area to see local details.
- Akurdi
- Alandi
- Ambegaon
- Aundh
- Balaji Nagar
- Balewadi
- Baner
- Bavdhan
- Bhosale Nagar
- Bhosari
- Bhugaon
- Bibwewadi
- Bopkhel
- Bund Garden
- Camp
- Chandan Nagar
- Charholi
- Chikhali
- Chinchwad
- Chovisawadi
- Dange Chowk
- Dapodi
- Deccan
- Deccan Gymkhana
- Dehu Road
- Dhankawadi
- Dhanori
- Dhayari
- Dighi
- Dudulgaon
- Erandwane
- FC Road
- Fatima Nagar
- Gahunje
- Ghole Road
- Gokhale Nagar
- Hadapsar
- Hinjewadi
- JM Road
- Jambhulwadi
- Kalewadi
- Kalyani Nagar
- Karve Nagar
- Kasarwadi
- Kasba Peth
- Katraj
- Keshav Nagar
- Khadki
- Kharadi
- Kiwale
- Kondhwa
- Koregaon Park
- Kothrud
- Kudalwadi
- Lohegaon
- Lullanagar
- Magarpatta
- Mahalunge
- Mamurdi
- Manjri
- Market Yard
- Marunji
- Model Colony
- Mohammadwadi
- Moshi
- Mundhwa
- NIBM Road
- Nande
- Narayan Peth
- Narhe
- Nigdi
- Parvati
- Pashan
- Paud Road
- Phursungi
- Pimple Gurav
- Pimple Nilakh
- Pimple Saudagar
- Pimpri
- Pimpri Chinchwad
- Pisoli
- Punawale
- Pune Station
- Rahatani
- Ramwadi
- Range Hills
- Ravet
- Sadashiv Peth
- Sahakarnagar
- Sangamwadi
- Sangvi
- Shaniwar Peth
- Shewalewadi
- Shivajinagar
- Shivane
- Sinhagad Road
- Sus
- Swargate
- Talawade
- Tathawade
- Thergaon
- Tingre Nagar
- Undri
- Uttam Nagar
- Vadgaon Budruk
- Vadgaon Sheri
- Viman Nagar
- Vishal Nagar
- Vishrantwadi
- Wadachiwadi
- Wadmukhwadi
- Wagholi
- Wakad
- Walhekarwadi
- Wanowrie
- Wanwadi
- Warje
- Yerwada
- Yewalewadi
Compare with similar KTM bikes
Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.
| Specification | KTM 1290 Super Duke R | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | KTM 990 Duke |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1301 cc | 1301 cc | 1350 cc | 947 cc |
| Max power | 177 HP | 158 bhp @ 8750 rpm | 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm | 118 HP @ 9000 rpm |
| Max torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 145 Nm @ 8000 rpm | 100 Nm @ 7000 rpm |
| Claimed mileage | — | 17.5 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeWale) | 16.9 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeWale) | — |
| Gears | 6-speed | 6 speed | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Kerb weight | 189 kg | 250 kg | 210 kg | 186 kg |
| Fuel tank | 16 Litres | 23 litres | 17.5 L | 18.5 Litres |
| Front brake | Double disc, 320 mm, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, ABS | Disc, 320 mm, 4 piston caliper | Disc, 320 mm | Double disc, 320 mm, 2x Brembo 4-piston radially bolted calipers |
| Rear brake | Single disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper, ABS | Disc, 267 mm, 2 piston caliper | Disc, 240 mm | Single disc, 240 mm, Brembo single-piston floating caliper |
KTM 1290 Super Duke R specs explained
What the technical terms on this page mean.
- ABS
- Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
- Liquid cooling
- Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
- Kerb weight
- The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
- Bore x stroke
- The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Frequently Asked Questions
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a 1301 cc engine.
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is rated at 177 HP maximum power and 140 Nm maximum torque.
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has Double disc, 320 mm, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, ABS at the front and Single disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper, ABS at the rear.
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R runs 120/70-17 at the front and 200/55-17 at the rear.
Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Double disc, 320 mm, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, ABS and Single disc, 240 mm, 2-piston caliper, ABS brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.
No. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has been discontinued. Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.
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