The KTM 1290 Super Adventure motorcycle specifications include a 1,301 cc (79.39 cu in) engine, power of 160 hp (116.8 kW), a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 229 kg (504.9 lb).
Key specifications
The 2015 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
How the KTM 1290 Super Adventure compares
This compares the motorcycle with all KTM models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the KTM database average.
About 126% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 94th percentile across KTM models.
About 193% higher than the KTM database average. Around the 99th percentile across KTM models.
Very close to the KTM database average. Around the 31st percentile across KTM models.
About 184% larger than the KTM database average. Around the 99th percentile across KTM models.
KTM database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the KTM specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
160 hp — more powerful than about 94% of KTM models with power data.
1,301 cc — larger displacement than about 99% of KTM models.
860 mm — taller than about 31% of KTM models.
30 L — larger than about 99% of KTM fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with KTM average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across KTM models where that dimension is available.
1,560
1,436
9% above average.
860
895
4% below average.
220
304
28% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.699 hp/kg |
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| Power-to-weight | 698.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 123.0 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.44:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,301 cc (79.39 cu in) |
| Power | 160 hp (116.8 kW) |
| Bore × stroke | 108.0 x 75 mm (4.3 x 3.0 inches) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Ignition | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | PASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operated |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | WP Semi-active Suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | WP Semi-active Suspension PDS Monoshock |
| Front wheel travel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Rake | 26.0° |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
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| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 229 kg (504.9 lb) |
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| Seat height | 860 mm (33.9 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 875 mm (34.4 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Wheelbase | 1,560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 30.00 L (7.93 US gal) |
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Performance
| Power/weight ratio | 0.6987 hp/kg |
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Other specifications
| Color options | White |
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| Price as new | US$ 15999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | Small windscreen. Ride-by-wire system. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from KTM models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official KTM information before relying on them. Visit the official KTM website.