KTM 1290 Super Duke R showcased at IBW 2019

- KTM’s flagship 1290 Super Duke R showcased at IBW 2019

- Likely to be launched in India

- Could be priced around the Rs 15-16 lakhs mark

KTM has made its presence at IBW 2019 with a big bang. Apart from showcasing the much-awaited 390 Adventure, the Austrian manufacturer also showcased its elder sibling the 790 Adventure. And that’s not all, the company has also showcased the flagship 1290 Super Duke R at the on-going India Bike Week 2019.

The 1290 Super Duke is the most powerful motorcycle in KTM’s Duke model range. Like all the Duke models, the 1290 features a minimalistic look with razor-sharp lines that give it a very aggressive look. The motorcycle is powered by a 1301cc V-twin liquid-cooled motor that is capable of churning out 174bhp and 140Nm of peak torque that comes mated to a slick six-speed gearbox.

The bike is suspended by inverted forks up front and a monoshock at the rear, both adjustable. Braking duties are handled by twin discs up front and a single disc at the rear. In terms of electronic equipment, the bike comes packed with rider aides like four riding modes (Rain, Street, Sport, Track), lean-sensitive traction control, launch control, rear-wheel lift control, quick shifter and cornering ABS with Supermoto mode.

Currently, KTM hasn’t announced any plans of launching the 1290 Super Duke R in India. However, considering that the brand has brought in the 790 Duke in India, there is a high possibility of the flagship Duke also making its way to our shores sometime next year. As for the pricing, we expect KTM to bring the standard 1290 Super Duke to India via the CKD route which should allow the brand to market the bike around the Rs 15-16 lakhs (ex-showroom) mark.