The hypernaked series has gone far beyond the standard high-energy Super Duke R model in recent years, with the Super Duke RR, Super Duke R EVO and Super Duke GT rounding out the lineup. Funny, we still remember when KTM leadership was saying high-performance superbikes were a bad idea. Apparently hypernakeds are OK, though!
RELATED: Super Naked Showdown: KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO Vs Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP. Serving as the core of the Brabus 1300 R is a LC8 V-twin engine that can deliver 180 hp of max output at 9,500 rpm and 103 lb-ft of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. Complementing this motor is the latest WP APEX semi-active suspension technology, which comes with 2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR. Seven-spoke forged wheels, 6.00”x17 on the rear and 3.5”x17 on the front, are 1.5 kg lighter than the standard Super Duke R units and are developed from data KTM Carbon Spoiler - 1290 Super Duke R - (2020+) - LEFT $244.99. KTM Carbon Inner Spoiler - 1290 Super Duke R - (2020+) - RIGHT Latest. Ride Review of the 2022 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo, the Austrian factory’s high-performance naked bike, now with improved electronics and semi-active suspension. TlrFwvU.