Neatly performance of SuperDuke R

New generation of Austrian motorcycle, KTM 1290 SuperDuke R are present in prototype form at 2012 EICMA show. The concept model was equipped with GP-level remote-reservoir gas forks, scarcely any headlight and separate exhaust outlets for each cylinder and 180bhp was thrown around as the power level. 

KTM 1290 SuperDuke R concept at the 2012 EICMA show. (Picture from: http://rideapart.com/)

As revealed by Motorrad magazine, its new performance is not much changed from the prototype version, except the exhaust position. While the bike you see here remains a rough development mule, it does highlight the changes that need to be made to translate an over-the-top concept to an affordable product.

This image of KTM 1290 SuperDuke R, reveals a more finished prototype, complete with a svelte new headlight that appears distinctly production-ready and more in line with the concept’s numberplate. (Picture from: http://rideapart.com/)

The intact figure of KTM motorcycle that is present while undergoing validation tests in Canary Island. As quoted from Motorad, the motorcycle was reportedly carrying an engine that has a capacity of 1.3 liters and is claimed could generate power of 160 horsepower.

Compared with the prototype that present at the 2012 EICMA, the SuperDuke's new appearance looks plain, without a festive and spectacular color. This motorcycle uses RC8-V2 engine with big-black exhaust on the right side. (Picture from: http://rideapart.com/)

Additionally, Motorrad reports that power from the bored RC8 motor will be a much more believable 160bhp and will be delivered with the aid of traction control. Take some of the visual details of this validation prototype with a pinch of salt. Details like the exposed coolant reservoir will likely be more neatly integrated and even major mechanical components like the swingarm appear rough and unfinished.

KTM 1290 SuperDuke R when at the validation test in Canary Island. (Picture from: http://www.autoevolution.com/)

The KTM 1290 SuperDuke R that using trellis chassis and is expected its prime appearance can be seen at the Intermot in Bologna or 2013 EICMA show in Milan, Italy. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORRAD | RIDE APART | DIH | PIKIRAN RAKYAT 17052013]
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