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Published on October 2nd, 2013 |
by Daniel Sherman Fernandez
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
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This is the all-new KTM 1290 Super Duke R that is equipped with a 75-degree 108x71mm bore/stroke 1301cc v-twin power plant which delivers an impressive 180bhp @ 8,870 rpm.
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It also has three Eston pumps for pressure lubrication, a 6-speed gearbox, a PASC slipper clutch, Keihin EMS with DBW and double ignition.
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There are Brembo calipers and a Bosch 9ME C-ABS system for better braking. It has an 18-liter fuel tank and its kerb weight is just 189kg (417lbs). The bike will do the 0 to 200km/h (124mph) run in just 7.2 seconds.
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