KTM 1290 Super Adventure Specs

2015 - 2016 • 2 variants

KTM has built the 1290 Super Adventure, an all-round motorcycle, across 2 variants since 2015, most recently updated for 2016. Under the tank sits a 75° V arrangement, 1301.00 cc in capacity.

About the KTM 1290 Super Adventure

KTM introduced the 1290 Super Adventure as part of their All-Round range, with production running from 2015 to 2016. This technical reference page documents the full specification sheet for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure, including engine displacement, power and torque figures, frame and suspension geometry, braking systems, and overall dimensions. Select a model year above to view year-specific technical data. Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer sources.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure by Year

2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure View specs →

2015 KTM 1290 Super Adventure View specs →

Spec Evolution

How key specs changed across production years.

Specification	2015	2016
Comments	Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system.	Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. Switchable Bosch ABS.
Frame Type	Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated	Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated
Suspension - Rear	WP Semi-active Suspension PDS Monoshock	WP Semi-active suspension monoshock
Colours	White	Grey/silver
Clutch	PASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operated	PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated
Engine Lubrication	Forced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps	Forced oil lubrication with 3 pumps
Primary Drive	5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76.	5/8 x 5/16 X Ring. Primary drive: 40:76.
Ignition	Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment	Keihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignition

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