2014 INTERMOT: KTM unveils 1290 Super Adventure

The engine on the KTM 1290 Super Adventure however uses new cylinder heads, camshafts and crankshaft to make it more appropriate for adventure motorcycling. The engine makes 162PS power and 140Nm torque

The luxury touring bike comes loaded with equipment such as cornering lights, hill hold control and cruise control. The windshield is redesigned and can be adjusted manually according to the rider’s needs. Even footpegs, seat height and handlebar position can be adjusted manually according to individual requirements.

30 litres tank capacity promises long distance rides between refills and the bike comes kitted with heated comfort seats, heated grips and a host of other state-of-the-art equipment. These include programmable semi-active WP suspension, traction control and C-ABS with Motorcycle Stability Control, tire pressure monitoring system and KTM developed Hill Hold Control. This innovation eases starting and maneuvering while riding with a passenger or fully loaded on gradients.

KTM slaims the 1290 Super Adventure is the safest motorcycle in the world. With all the technical wizardry and rider aids, it certainly sounds like one bike which will give every adventure tourer all the bells and whistles to cover inter-continental distances over all kinds of terrain. We’d sure like to get our hands on one and go on a long long ride!