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Extreme Hyperfocus – The Track-Only KTM RC 8C Is Ready To Race

Rolling out of pit lane and directly onto the starting grid, the KTM RC 8C is a limited production track-only motorcycle built to satisfy the apex-slaying needs of orange-bleeding track warriors. Dedicated to putting in fast lap times with unmatched hyper-focused precision, the KTM RC 8C is undeniably, READY TO RACE!

The KTM RC 8C is a purpose-built, lightweight racing prototype which uses the familiar LC8c engine from the KTM 890 DUKE R in a bespoke, track-ready chassis, bristling with high-end racing componentry. In essence, the KTM RC 8C allows customers the opportunity to own a machine that is as close to a Factory race bike as possible – without the drawbacks of needing a specialist race team to maintain it.

Engineered to be 100% ready for the track, the KTM RC 8C is a completely hand-built machine, powered by a high-torque production engine to allow for easy maintenance.

Under the lightweight, KTM RC16-inspired carbon Kevlar reinforced GRP bodywork lies a 128 Hp, 889 cc LC8c, DOHC, 8 valve parallel twin, bolted into a dedicated 25CrMo4 steel tubular frame, augmented by a selection of WP Pro Components at either end.

Upfront, a hand built 43 mm WP APEX PRO 7543 closed cartridge fork made from high quality, lightweight material is used. Developed with the experience gained from KTM Factory Racing efforts across a number of international championships, the suspension is assembled in the same department which builds and maintains the suspension of the KTM RC16, it guarantees the best performance for race-oriented motorcyclists and professional racers. The fork also boasts zero hydraulic stroke limitation, meaning riders can continually control the damping properties.

A WP APEX PRO 7746 shock with preload adjuster takes charge of matter at the rear, and can be easily adjusted to suit all riders, and almost any situation by means of separate high and low-speed compression and rebound settings.

Being a focused track-only motorcycle, every detail is dedicated to race craft. From the quick-release tank and body panels, to the lightweight Dymag wheels and Pirelli SC1 race slicks, the KTM RC 8C makes its intentions known.

Maximum braking performance is taken care of by Brembo race-spec equipment, with Brembo Stylema front brake calipers grabbing 290 mm fully floating brake disks with aluminum rotors fastened by titanium screws, and for the rear a Brembo two piston caliper with a 230 mm fully floating disk mounted directly on the hub.

The KTM RC 8C is also fitted with a Brembo 19RCS CORSA CORTA radial master cylinder, which features a host of innovations, with many of the technical solutions adopted drawn directly from the master cylinders used in MotoGP™. The most significant being that riders are able to tailor the “bite point” exactly where they want it, with an easily accessible selector on the top of the master cylinder itself.

Ensuring data is collected and collated, the KTM RC 8C makes use of the AIM MXS 1.2 RACE dashboard and data logger with integrated GPS function. All information is displayed via a 5“ TFT display with integrated data recording, which is continually logged and can be analyzed in AIM Race Studio.

In summary:
// Limited to only 100 units worldwide
// Hand built exclusively for track use
// 128 Hp, 140 kg dry weight, near 1:1 power/weight ratio
// Dedicated racing exhaust with Akrapovič titanium muffler
// Dedicated air box and racing air filter
// Bespoke frame made with 25CrMo4 steel tubular
// WP APEX PRO components fork and rear shock
// Race-spec Brembo brake components
// Ultra-light aluminum Dymag wheels

The exclusive KTM RC 8C will be available for pre-order from the 22 July at 16:00 CEST.

Alongside the KTM RC 8C itself, customers also have the opportunity to join the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing test team at a one-off customer event. Limited to only 25 customers, the exclusive event will give you a once in a lifetime opportunity to ride with the likes of Dani Pedrosa and Mika Kallio, as they give you tips during a full day at Circuito de Jerez. All those opting for the KTM RC 8C race track experience, will additionally receive the KTM RC 8C race track package.

This package includes:
// Extra set of Dymag wheels (Front and Rear)
// Extras set of front and rear brake discs
// Front and rear paddock stands
// Tire warmers
// KTM pit mat

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The European KTM Adventure Rally Roars Into Greece For A Thrilling 2021 Edition

KTM is proud to announce that the 2021 edition of the European KTM ADVENTURE RALLY will take place around the city of Nafpaktos, Greece, on September 22 – 25. Following the 2020 postponement, the European KTM ADVENTURE RALLY comes back stronger this year with three days of riding and 200 orange fans who can either ride in guided groups or select to self-navigate.

With a basecamp set in the beachside city of Nafpaktos, Adventure riders will be spoiled for choice when it comes to riding terrain. Each of the three daily routes will head into a different direction, looping back to basecamp at the end of each day. From sweeping dusty roads to endless mountain tops, the 2021 edition of KTM’s flagship community event will allow participants to explore the full potential of their KTM machines.

Participants can join one of the riding groups guided by KTM staff to explore the many offroad trails through the mountains and valleys of mainland Greece. Riders can also try their skills exploring the hidden paths of that region at their own pace by taking the self-navigating option.

The KTM ADVENTURE RALLY presents a great opportunity for riders of various skill levels to pack their panniers and hit the road with a group of likeminded ‘orange bleeders’ who relish exploring the great outdoors off the beaten track. Organized by KTM, this event will additionally allow participants to get a real taste of the growing global Adventure community and ride alongside KTM staff and VIP guests.

A very limited number of registrations for the upcoming European KTM ADVENTURE RALLY has become available on ktm.com

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KTM Fan Stand Returns To MotoGP At Silverstone

Silverstone is READY TO RACE again in 2021, with MotoGP being held across the weekend of 27th-29th August. It will be two years since fans saw, heard, felt and smelt the unique experience of the pinnacle of motorcycle racing at the Northamptonshire track, and KTM will be there to welcome fans in a special KTM Fan Stand for those that bleed Orange!

KTM will return to Copse A, with a KTM Fan Stand full of fans of the winning Austrian marque. With the KTM Factory Racing Team leading the Moto2™ and Moto3™ championships at the time of writing, and having a race winning package in MotoGP™, there will be no shortage of opportunities to be right at the heart of the action. You’ll see all the action, from the tension at the start to the celebrations at the finish at a prime spot on the circuit. And with a giant screen available you won’t miss a millisecond of action. It’s covered, too, so if someone forgets to book the weather then you’ll stay dry throughout.

All KTM Fan Stand ticket holders will be able to collect their complimentary KTM Fan Package on Sunday morning at the circuit. The KTM Fan Package comprises a specially designed KTM T-shirt, cap, face mask, ear plugs and a draw string bag to keep it all in. Don the lot ahead of the racing and show your support for your favourite riders – be it Pedro Acosta, Remy Gardner or the very dynamic duo in the top class of Miguel Oliveira and Brad Binder.

We’ve waiting a long time for MotoGP™ to return and for KTM to reopen the Fan Stand, so make sure you don’t miss out on the most exciting weekend of the year – and your KTM Fan Package – by booking your tickets by visiting the Silverstone website today!

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Ready To Go Out And Ride? The World Adventure Week Starts On Monday

Pack your panniers, THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK starts this coming Monday, July 5th. Welcoming riders on all bikes from across the world, it presents a great opportunity to fill your tank and hit the open road alongside like-minded riders. The greatest adventurers will be awarded with daily prizes and earn the chance to enter the draw for a new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S*.

A true celebration of motorcycle riding, THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK begins Monday, July 5th and will run until Sunday July 11th. The main goal is to complete 1,000 km or more of riding in seven days. Upon completion, all riders will receive a personalised award by KTM.

Throughout THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK, participants will be issued a series of challenges, from simply covering kilometers each day to basic altitude challenges. On completion of these individual challenges, they will earn points which put them in the running for daily prizes, including:

Day 1 | July 5th
Challenge => Complete a ride & share it using #theworldadventureweek
Day’s Prize => HORNET ADV HELMET

Day 2 | July 6th
Challenge => Ride through an altitude of 890 m
Day’s Prize => ADVENTURE S JACKET

Day 3 | July 7th
Challenge => Check in at a KTM dealer while out riding
Day’s Prize => X-SPIRIT III HELMET

Day 4 | July 8th
Challenge => Complete a total elevation gain of 1290 m
Day’s Prize => TERRA ADV JACKET

Day 5 | July 9th
Challenge => Get at least five rides tracked Monday to Friday
Day’s Prize => RESONANCE LEATHER JACKET

Day 6 | July 10th
Challenge => Ride 390 km start to finish
Day’s Prize => C4 PRO HELMET

Day 7 | July 11th
Challenge => Complete a Pack Ride with at least two riding buddies
Day’s Prize => LUGGAGE BAG & SIDE BAG SET

Completion of each challenge will award participants with 250 points, with an added 1000 points given to all those who clock up 1,000 km. Riders will need a minimum of 2000 points to be eligible to win a KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S, which means they have to complete at least four of the seven daily challenges.

THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK is set to become a highly anticipated adventure ride and is open to absolutely anyone, anywhere around the world. To be able to win the prizes, you simply need to live in a place around the world with KTM dealer infrastructure.

To get involved, check out theworldadventureweek.com

*Prizes are subject to availability in each participant’s country of residence.

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Released Now: The 2022 KTM 450 Rally Factory Replica

Released now: the 2022 KTM 450 Rally Factory Replica is a pure rally racing thoroughbred.

Built with the purpose to conquer in competition, the 2022 KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA is ready to take on the world’s toughest multi-stage rally races. Drawing on the experience of multiple victories in the rally arena – as well as input from elite racers who live to win – it remains the most READY TO RACE rally machine available on the market.

Developed using feedback from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Toby Price, Matthias Walkner and Sam Sunderland, the KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA has become synonymous with rally competition. READY TO RACE straight out of its crate, it’s designed to allow rally racers from across the globe to push their limits.

In its fresh for 2022 trim, the KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA is engineered to satisfy the toughest demands of rally racing, being equally efficient at powering through sand dunes at high speed as it is at navigating hard-packed technical sections. The bike is built around a powerful, race-proven, and ultra-reliable 450 cc SOHC fuel-injection motor, which is married to a competition chassis with perfect flex characteristics.

A wide series of sophisticated parts developed through competition further emphasize the exclusivity of this machine. This includes a set of championship-winning WP XACT PRO closed cartridge forks with high-tech Cone Valve technology. All in all, the 2022 KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA showcases its commitment to delivering real race-proven engineering to racers looking to compete at the highest level. The 2022 model also retains a PANKL Racing Systems gearbox, producing a more linear gear spread, maintaining the same gear ratios as those found on the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing machines.

KTM 450 RALLY FACTORY REPLICA – MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
// Limited edition model [80 units]
// A pure READY TO RACE machine
// Potent 450 cc SOHC fuel-injected engine
// Race-spec chassis developed in competition
// WP XACT PRO 48 mm closed cartridge forks [Cone Valve]
// WP XACT PRO fully-adjustable shock
// Premium-quality Akrapovič exhaust
// Designed for multi-stage cross-country racing

Only 80 of these exclusive machines will be made available for 2022, at a fixed price tag of EUR 25,900 (plus VAT & shipping) with availability starting from September 2021 onwards. A service and support package is also available for a limited number of riders at the upcoming Dakar Rally at an additional cost for all KTM Rally models.

For more information, please refer to your authorized KTM dealer or visit ktm.com.

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Join The World Adventure Week And Ride Away On A New KTM 1290

Pack your panniers, spot a point on the map and GO ADVENTURE. Calling on all adventure seekers, no matter what bike you ride, THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK is coming with thrilling daily challenges and the chance to enter the draw for a brand new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S*.

Seven days, seven unique challenges, plus 1,000 km to complete. KTM is calling on the global community of Adventure motorcyclists to go out and explore the tracks they’ve always wanted to during THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK that will take place on July 5 to 11, 2021.

Powered by KTM and RISER, THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK is the perfect excuse to do some mileage, no matter what motorcycle you own. To join, you simply need to download the RISER app, accept THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK challenge by filling in the registration form and then start recording your daily rides.

THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK daily challenges are:
// July 5th => Complete a ride & share it using #theworldadventureweek
// July 6th => Ride through an altitude of 890 m
// July 7th => Check in at a KTM dealer while out riding
// July 8th => Complete a total elevation gain of 1290 m
// July 9th => Get at least one ride tracked per day, Monday to Friday
// July 10th => Ride exactly 390 km start to finish
// July 11th => Complete a Pack Ride with at least two riding buddies

Successful completion of each challenge will award you with 250 points, with an added 1000 points given to all those who clock up 1,000 km. You will need a minimum of 2000 points to enter the draw for a brand new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S, which means you have to complete at least four of the seven daily challenges during THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK.

Each participant’s progress will be monitored via a live leaderboard on theworldadventureweek.com and within the app. All riders who successfully complete 1,000 km or more during the week will receive a personalized award by KTM.

Are you ready to GO ADVENTURE? Visit theworldadventureweek.com for more information on how to join, an explanation of the daily challenges and the respective Terms&Conditions.

*All prizes are subject to availabilities in each participant’s country of residence.

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KTM’s Award-winning Terra Adventure Outfit Brings Innovation To The Saddle

KTM often blend gut-wrenching excitement and high versatility throughout their motorcycle portfolio but the same enviable qualities filter into the KTM PowerWear catalogue, as evidence by the 2021 Red Dot Award winning TERRA ADVENTURE jacket and gearset.

The sheer level of performance pumped out by rides such as the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R and S and the whole KTM ADVENTURE range meant the pressure was on to match the level with an all-weather jacket and pants combo. Two years of internal development, a team of five people and a solid month of testing with more than 20,000km in a variety of climates helped form the innovation behind the 2021 TERRA ADVENTURE that nudged the bar higher in a competitive apparel market.

How? Superior materials and protective elements were key but so was the state-of-the-art features and a ventilation system that earned recognition of the distinguished German Red Dot Award.

Part of the comprehensive test crew were world traveler Joe Pichler and decorated Kiwi offroad racer Chris Birch. KTM have been able to marry their renowned attention to detail and engineering nuance with acute knowledge of what adventure riders really want. “It was back in 2018 when we came up with the first designs and ideas and decided to create this extraordinary outfit in-house,” explains Product Manager Philipp Penninger. “We felt there was a gap in the adventure segment and wanted to develop something that hadn’t really been seen before. We think we’ve succeeded judging by the reactions so far and of course the RedDot.”

The TERRA ADVENTURE jacket really drops the hanger. The multi-layered garment has a removable 100% waterproof shell (that can be zipped to the front or folded and stored in the back pocket) as well as a retractable and independent thermal liner: all of which clips and zips together easier than a throttle twist. Woven into other sections of the jacket are SAS-TEC shoulder and elbow protectors with pockets for an optional chest and back units.

Where the TERRA ADVENTURE jacket excels is through the ventilation potential, which has been designed for optimum efficiency in the saddle. Pulling the front tabs will quickly open the chest panels while the upper tabs will release the rear shoulder sections. When the temperatures really rise – or the humidity creeps up – then rolling down the back panel pushes a load more air flow. YKK-Quickburst zippers mean swift and easy access and this advantage is augmented by the handy ‘pullers’. These attributes and specs are ‘game changing’ additions.

There are at least three pockets, one of which is removable, and another is waterproof. Comfort comes with the soft-edged collar and the sleeve adjustments for the perfect taper. There is a bag and tube guide for an optional hydration pack and the discreet black and orange colorway incorporates reflective elements.

The TERRA ADVENTURE pants adopt the same robust yet effective philosophy with zipped thigh vents that will deliver cooling in the most aggressive riding stance. The pants come with SAS-TEC protectors for the hips and knees while the leather knee area means an extra guard against heat while increasing friction with the bike’s surface. Adventurers might have to cope with some gnarly riding terrain now and again, so the TERRA ADVENTURE pant is made from tough fabrics and tear-resistant ripstop construction. Riders won’t have to stress about the fit; adjustable waistband and belt and leg bottoms will take care of that.

Just as any KTM ADVENTURE motorcycle will remove geographical limits, the KTM TERRA ADVENTURE ensures that all riders are equipped for any condition or course. Zip up, fire-up and get going.

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KTM is Calling On All Riders To Go Adventure

KTM is calling on all riders To Go Adventure during The World Adventure Week 2021.

Seven days, 1,000 kilometres, July 5th to 11th 2021.

Powered by KTM and RISER, THE WORLD ADVENTURE WEEK is the perfect excuse to put some mileage on your motorcycle. It is an invitation to go and explore the tracks and trails you’ve always wanted to and is an opportunity to share your favorite places with the global Adventure bike community.

The most adventurous riders will be rewarded with daily and weekly prizes and the chance to be featured on theworldadventureweek.com and KTM’s global social media channels. There will be different challenges to complete on each of the seven days, with all riders completing 1,000 km or more in total receiving a personalized award.

The challenges will be open to all Adventure riders from all brands. The goal is to strengthen the growing Adventure community and bring together riders who share the passion for Adventure motorcycling. To enter, you simply need to download the RISER app from the App Store or Google Play and start recording your rides.

For all adventurers keen to learn more about this exciting new challenge, more information is available on theworldadventureweek.com.

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Lift The Covers: The 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI Erzbergrodeo

Lift the covers: The 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI Erzbergrodeo is the most ready to race extreme enduro bike available.

The ultimate tribute to the iconic Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, the special edition KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO is built with the sole purpose to conquer the Iron Giant. With a host of race-developed parts as standard and for 2022 featuring a special Red Bull Erzbergrodeo graphic kit, it is built to power through the toughest terrain with extreme agility and ease. 

KTM’s relationship with the world-known Red Bull Erzbergrodeo dates back a few decades already. This long and successful history dates to the event’s inception in 1995, with KTM riders taking no less than 16 wins since then. To celebrate the wealth of race success already achieved and with a keen eye on future victories, KTM is proud to introduce the 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO as a special tribute to the iconic event.

Using the 2022 edition of the wildly successful fuel-injected KTM 300 EXC TPI as a platform, the KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO steps up the READY TO RACE-ability with several race-inspired upgrades. Taking feedback from elite extreme enduro riders into consideration, the KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO is specially built for the toughest offroad terrain across the globe.

Featuring a long list of special protection parts, including closed hand guards, clutch slave cylinder protection, a robust skid plate, brake disc guards and radiator protection, the 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO is developed to withstand the most extreme, jagged rock-hopping scenario.

The 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO also comes with further additions such as factory wheels with anodized orange hubs, enduro-specific pull straps, radiator fan, mapping select switch, CNC machined triple clamps, a grippier Factory seat and a special frame coating in orange for added racing appeal.

2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO – RACE-FOCUSED FEATURES
// Special Red Bull Erzbergrodeo graphics
// Frame finishing coated in racing orange
// Factory wheels with anodized hubs
// METZELER 6 DAYS EXTREME soft tire set-up
// Closed, heavy-duty handguards 
// Radiator fan & radiator protectors
// CNC-machined triple clamps
// Factory seat & lightweight skid plate
// Chain guide bracket protection
// SUPERSPROX STEALTH rear sprocket
// Clutch save cylinder protection & orange oil plug
// Front & rear pull straps
// Front brake disc guard
// Solid rear disk & disk guard
// Rear brake safety wire
// Map selector switch

Joachim Sauer – KTM Product Manager: “The KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO is a bike 100% built for purpose – and that purpose is to tackle the most extreme of trails like those found at the notorious Red Bull Erzbergrodeo. Receiving all the updates of our 2022 KTM EXC model range, this special edition bike has features developed by Red Bull KTM Factory Racing riders to meet the extreme demands of every hard enduro rider. For 2022 it also comes with a unique set of Red Bull Erzbergrodeo graphics that make it stand out in any paddock. This is undeniably the most READY TO RACE extreme enduro motorcycle on the market – a bike that is fully ready to line up in the quarry and tackle the famous Iron Giant.”

The 2022 KTM 300 EXC TPI ERZBERGRODEO will be available in authorised KTM dealers from June 2021 onwards.

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2021 KTM Adventure Roadshow

Test ride the new KTM 1290 Super Adventure S in iconic locations

The reaction to the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S from journalists and the first lucky owners has been nothing short of amazing. The comprehensive revision of the bike, with 90 per cent of parts being new to the machine, has created an adventure weapon like no other. From the intoxicating power from the V-twin motor and magic carpet ride offered by the new WP semi-active suspension to the standard Adaptive Cruise Control system and the brilliant new TFT screen, praise has been heaped on this headliner.

To enable customers to experience this for themselves, KTM UK has created a series of six dates through June and July where riders can try the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S for themselves to make their own minds up. These venues are in some iconic motorcycling locations and are thus in an environment more conducive to where riders normally enjoy their bikes. Based at a brilliant café at each stop, you can make a full morning, afternoon or all day of it!

2021 KTM ADVENTURE ROADSHOW DATES AND LOCATIONS

5th June – Lillypool Cafe, Near Cheddar, Somerset
You’ll experience the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S on some great roads up, down and around the Mendip Hills, including the legendary Cheddar Gorge. We’re based at the brilliant Lillypool Café, so you can fuel up before you ride off!

12th June, Lakeside Cafe, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales
In the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, there are so many great roads to explore on your test ride on the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S. The Lakeside Café is on the shore of the water, so a great stop as part of a day on a bike.

25th – 27th June, ABR Festival, Ragley Hall
We’ll be at the ABR Festival, so all ticket holders to the event can join us on the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S on a road ride from Ragley Hall that’ll take in some great local roads.

4th July, Squires Cafe, near Leeds, Yorkshire
Squires Café is a classic bike stop, just off the A1M and on the doorstep of some of Yorkshire’s best roads – the ideal environment for the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S.

10th July, Gilks Cafe, Kineton, Warwickshire
This garage has been running since 1904, and now converted into a café, Gilks is perfectly placed to test ride the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S in the Cotswolds.

17th July, Loomies Cafe, Petersfield, Hampshire
This popular rider stop is on the A272 between Winchester and Petersfield, and offers some classic riding routes around the area prime for exploring on the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S.

After signing in and having a presentation on the bike and its many useful features, a rider can then head off for a brilliant guided ride on some great roads. They can then ride home with the experience of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S fresh in the memory – and then head to www.KTM.com to configure a machine of their dreams and get a KTM Finance quote on a new bike!

To guarantee a spot at the time a rider wants, there is a booking system available on the KTM Website . If places are still available on the day, KTM will detail this on social media channels for customers to drop in at the last minute. There are some restrictions on riders in terms of age, how long you have been riding and a limit to points on a license – these are detailed at the above webpage. For more information on the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S please head here.

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The 2022 KTM EXC Range Is Ready To Master All Extremes

Getting key updates that elevate performance across the range, the updated for 2022 KTM EXC model line-up is landing at authorised KTM dealers now. Perfectly mixing cutting-edge technology with enviable handling and READY TO RACE offroad performance, the new line-up is here to master all extremes.

With the 2022 EXC line-up, KTM reconfirms its status as the provider of the most comprehensive and exciting set of offroad bikes on the market. Whether riders are searching for a peerless motorcycle to ace any terrain or equipment to find those extra race seconds, there is no reason to think anything but ‘orange’. The key to this bar-setting versatility is the high standards and quality that is injected through the updated for 2022 KTM EXC range.

Across the new line-up there are two key upgrades to boost performance. All new models receive updated WP suspension settings aimed at offering a firmer and even more planted feel while riding across the gnarliest terrain. The second key upgrade is the addition of new MAXXIS MaxxEnduro tires. After extensive testing, the new tire combo showed improved durability and puncture-resistance and will provide even comfort for extended hours across a myriad of surfaces.

Innovative Transfer Port Injection (TPI) engineering means KTM EXC 2-Strokes perfectly meet the increased demands of the modern offroad rider. The three motor capacities guarantee the best choice of horsepower and torque capabilities to suit the rider’s preferences. With the KTM 300 EXC TPI being the flagship model to satisfy any Hard Enduro ambition, it is the 2022 KTM 250 EXC TPI that has come under the R&D microscope featuring revised 13:52 gearing. This modification will help the quarter-litre in terms of traction and front end lift on the most technical sections.

The 4-Stroke KTM EXC-F models talk the torque as dependable, reliable, accessible and thrilling fuel-injected machinery. For several years, the symbiosis of 250 handling and 450 power characteristics has positioned the KTM 350 EXC-F as the definitive offroader and the crown remains steadfastly in place. With the now firmer, sportier settings on their WP fork and rear shock, all new KTM EXC-F models come with improved high-speed performance.

KTM’s READY TO RACE mantra is a vital development pathway and the endeavors of racers like Manuel Lettenbichler and Josep Garcia help sculpt the KTM EXC models that make it into the hands of riders around the world. For 2022, KTM has visually emphasised the connection with competition even further through the incorporation of blue colors in the bodywork and seat. The graphics and race plastics ensure that any KTM EXC will not be missed right at the front of the pack.

Inherently involved with top-level offroad competition for decades, KTM reaffirms its support to the massively popular FIM International Six Days Enduro with the release of the full line-up of revamped 2022 KTM EXC SIX DAYS models. For 2022, KTM designers have gone bold with the introduction of a striking new color scheme that perfectly mixes elements of a modern world map with a head-turning retro style. Featuring a long list of race-inspired parts as standard, the 2022 KTM EXC SIX DAYS models are ready to take on the grueling week-long event, straight out the crate.

2022 KTM EXC – KEY RANGE UPGRADES
// Revised WP suspension settings for a firmer & more responsive feel
// Improved oil circulation in the suspension for more consistent feedback
// New MAXXIS MaxxEnduro tires for unmatched grip in all terrains
// New 13:52 gearing giving the KTM 250 EXC TPI added bottom end punch
// Head-turning 2022 colors inspired by the Factory bikes
// Bold design & retro colors for the revamped KTM EXC SIX DAYS line-up

Joachim Sauer – KTM Product Manager: “It gives us great pride to know that our KTM EXC models can once again supply any offroad rider with the excitement and the performance they need. In their updated trims, these bikes are technical masterpieces and there is something to suit every rider across the globe. For 2022, with the new WP suspension settings we are offering the bikes a more firm and even more consistent feel. Matched with the new MAXXIS tires, these are two key upgrades that elevate the overall offroad performance. Our design team have also stepped-up with their work for this year and the bikes look exactly like what they are supposed to be: winners in all conditions.”

The 2022 KTM EXC models will be available in authorised KTM dealers starting May 2021.

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Get Rewarded By KTM When You Upgrade Your Riding Skills

Claim a £250 KTM Powerparts voucher for all two-day Sweetlamb courses in 2021

After over a year of disrupted riding, it’s fair to say that we’re all a little rusty. The Sweetlamb KTM Adventure Bike Experience is the perfect way to fast track your skills this season. Join a course and you’ll spend two days picking up crucial skills on the incredible KTM 890 ADVENTURE R or KTM 390 ADVENTURE at the best adventure riding location in the UK.

At the end of your Bronze, Silver or Orange two-day course, you’ll leave the stunning Sweetlamb complex with more confidence, enhanced skills, brilliant memories – and a £250 KTM POWERPARTS voucher to spend at a nominated KTM UK dealer! Available to spend on KTM POWERPARTS hardware upgrades for your KTM or to treat yourself to some new riding or casual kit from KTM’s extensive POWERWEAR range, your skills aren’t the only thing that will be upgraded.

The Sweetlamb venue is in beautiful mid-Wales, just off the A44, and it’s where your adventure begins. With 6,600 acres of private terrain to play in, expert tuition from the team and the best bikes on the planet to explore the area, there’s a reason why former customers call it “the best two days of biking I’ve ever had,” and that “I learnt loads and laughed all weekend.” What are you waiting for?

With Bronze, Silver and Orange courses available, 12 separate training areas, trails of up to 20 miles and an entertaining skills area, Sweetlamb is packed with opportunities to develop your skills and build your confidence to new levels. When you book onto a course, you’ll get the use of a KTM 890 ADVENTURE R or KTM 390 ADVENTURE with fuel for both you and the bike (lunch!). A single day Introduction to Offroad course is also available for those looking for the perfect starter course into KTM Adventure riding. This course is not part of this offer.

To learn more about the Sweetlamb KTM Adventure Bike Experience, see the website or visit their social channels – @SLKTMABE on Facebook, @KTMSweet on Twitter or @KTMSweetlamb on Instagram.

This offer is available for all Sweetlamb KTM Adventure Riding Experience bookings of Bronze, Silver and Orange courses in 2021. Bookings must be made by 30th June 2021. Offer only available to UK residents. The £250 KTM POWERPARTS voucher will be delivered by email after your course and you must nominate a specific KTM UK dealer to use it in. The POWERPARTS voucher must be used by the end of 2021 and can be used on KTM POWERPARTS or KTM POWERWEAR only. There is no cash alternative and no change will be given. All 2021 Sweetlamb KTM Adventure Riding Experience bookings are refundable or transferable to other dates due to any COVID-19 disruption.

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The New 2022 KTM Motocross Range Hits The Dealer Floors Now

The most complete and most technologically advanced line-up of Motocross and Supercross machinery is here. Featuring models to cater for all competitive needs, the updated KTM SX range is set to cut the dirt and bring the championship-winning experience even closer to riders across the world.

After decades of seamless flow of information from the race paddock to KTM’s production line, the complete 2022 KTM SX range is closer than ever to the bikes that are winning titles. Engineered on the racetrack, and perfectly meeting KTM’s superior standards for performance in their updated 2022 livery, the new models are the absolute reference for Motocross and Supercross competition worldwide.

Built for those who know the importance of a solid technical base, the KTM SX-F model range is the choice of winners. The 2022 4-Stroke range includes three models that take advantage of KTM’s considerable gains in the segment featuring the latest WP XACT suspension technology and advanced tech solutions including Traction Control, Launch Control, variable engine mapping and reliable starters.

The purest definition of advanced motorcycle technology, the 2022 KTM 450 SX-F is an extremely compact package that produces an unrivalled 63 hp in the most effective way possible. The KTM 250 SX-F features unmatched outright speed in a class that pushes the boundaries of performance and the KTM 350 SX-F ideally mixes 250 agility with even more engine grunt.

Building upon a legacy of class-leading performance for aspiring and experienced racers alike, the new 2-Stroke range includes three distinct models. A benchmark in the division, the KTM 125 SX is the development of the bike that occupied seven of the 12 top spots in the 2020 EMX125 European Championship. In its updated 2022 trim, the KTM 150 SX can battle with the potent 250 4-Strokes, while the KTM 250 SX is a 2-Stroke powerhouse with the same light feeling.

All full-size 2022 KTM SX models introduce a frame finishing coated in racing orange to further reinforce the proximity to the championship winning machines of the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing stars. The updated frame aligns perfectly with the new blue seat cover and the fresh colors in the graphics to emphasize visually the close link to KTM’s Factory machinery.

Complementing KTM’s 2022 SX range is a series of Sportminicycles that share the exact same race-driven development approach as KTM’s full-size Motocross bikes. Junior riders that climb on any of the KTM 50 SX, KTM 65 SX and KTM 85 SX models can do so knowing that they are experiencing class-leading performance, state-of-the-art WP suspension, high-end brakes and minimal weight. For tech-savvy riders, the wheels can start rolling with the 2022 KTM SX-E 5, the latest incarnation of a high-end electric mini-crosser that can grow together with the young rider on it.

Joachim Sauer – KTM Product Manager Offroad: “The new SX range is all about the proximity to our race machinery, and the bikes that are doing the business on racetracks around the continents. We’ve been refining these packages for several years and we feel the connection, both aesthetically but also in terms of performance, is now closer than ever. To prove our point, we gave production bikes to MXGP and MX2 World Champions and I’m glad to confirm they were surprised and impressed with their performance. It was fitting to give the 2022 models an even ‘racier’ look with the blue and orange design and to remind riders and fans that there isn’t a more READY TO RACE motocross range in any paddock anywhere.”

Trying out the 2022 KTM 450 SX-F and KTM 125 SX production models, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing stars and distinguished FIM Motocross World Champions Jeffrey Herlings and Tom Vialle logged impressively competitive lap-times. They both share their unbiased feedback in this video intro.

The 2022 KTM SX models will be available at authorized KTM dealers from May 2021 onwards.

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The KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Roars Onto The Scene

KTM has once again rewritten the rule book when it comes to its NAKED category of motorcycles. Introducing the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR – THE BEAST with even more ‘fright’.

KTM continues to surprise, taking the ever-popular KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R platform and forging an even angrier BEAST. Being the first machine menacing enough to wear an ‘RR’ badge, it sits proudly at the top of KTM’s street range as a limited-edition flagship motorcycle, developed around one key statement: Pure Performance.

Only 500 of these ultra-rare Naked machines will be built, with the European allocation being available exclusively via an online pre-order portal.

Based on the latest KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R prototype, the RR is a demonstration of what happens when your R&D department is allowed free reign. It’s a true definition of READY TO RACE, with added exclusivity, exotic componentry, and premium workmanship.

The figures tell the story – 1,301 cc, 180 hp, 180 kg, and 140 Nm, translating into a power-to-weight ratio of 1:1, with enough torque to tear open the bitumen. Make no mistake, this BEAST is all about track-ripping performance. It is a no-compromise Hyper Naked motorcycle that has been conjured up from the darkest depths of the performance lab to decimate lap records.

Weighing in at a whole 9 kg lighter, the RR is more agile, stiffer, and offers better high-speed stability than the standard KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R. The wheels too have gone under the knife, shedding a massive 1.5 kilograms of unsprung weight. These are wrapped in ultra-sticky Michelin Power Cup2 tires, dramatically upping the track readiness of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR.

However, the biggest area of influence comes in the form of WP’s finest components. Up front, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR makes use of fully adjustable WP APEX PRO 7548 Close Cartridge forks, together with an adjustable WP APEX PRO 7117 steering damper. At the rear, an APEX PRO 7746 Shock takes charge, which has been custom-made to the specification of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR.

Carbon fibre has been used extensively in the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR’s construction, with the subframe also receiving the lightweight carbon treatment. This has allowed designers to reimagine the tail of the BEAST, creating a unique single-seat unit, with redesigned LED taillights incorporated into new LED turn signals. These also include KTM’s adaptive brake light as standard.

All of this, not to mention the biggest Euro5-compliant V-Twin engine currently available in a Hyper Naked motorcycle, makes the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR the ultimate backstreet weapon or track day tormentor.

It gets its power down to the ground thanks to a new quick-turn throttle twist grip, with a 65-degree opening angle – a 7-degree reduction over the standard KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R’s 72-degree grip. This was developed to deliver improved throttle response, but also to reduce the rider’s wrist angle and elbow drop at full opening.

As with all extreme track terrors, this BEAST would not be complete without a lightweight Akrapovic Slip On exhaust system. Made from titanium with a carbon fibre end cap, it provides the ‘bark’ to the BEAST’s bite. For the absolute power-hungry, the Akrapovic Evolution Line full system is available as an optional extra.

Notable features on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR include:
// The most powerful V-Twin engine to ever power a naked motorcycle
// 180 hp and 180 kg give the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR a 1:1 power/weight ratio
// New WP APEX PRO suspension and Michelin Power Cup2 tires
// New carbon fiber bodywork
// Lightweight lithium-ion battery, saving 2.5 kg
// Ultra-lightweight forged wheels, saving 1.5 kg of unsprung weight
// Carbon fiber subframe with a redesigned single seat
// Prototype-inspired CTG
// Exclusive KTM PowerParts package
// Limited to only 500 units worldwide

The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR isn’t only impressive when it comes to hardware. Under its carbon-scaled skin hides the most complete track-orientated electronics package ever seen on a KTM – and all as standard.

Most notable of all in this package are the advanced Track and all-new Performance modes, which allow riders near-unlimited adjustability options for rear-wheel slip, throttle response, Launch Control, and Motor Slip Regulation.

While the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR already boasts a full range of never before seen components and bodywork, a full range of KTM PowerParts has also been developed for those riders looking to boost its already frightening performance and track-ready viciousness.

And let’s not forget, riders of the ultimate Naked motorcycle need to not only perform, but also look the part. For that reason, a dedicated range of KTM PowerWear has been developed to give KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR riders the utmost confidence when at the absolute ragged edge.

The exclusive KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE RR is available in limited quantities and can be pre-ordered from 8 April, 10:00 CET here for European markets. For information on availability in other markets contact your nearest authorised KTM dealer.

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The Ultimate Gravel Traveller Introducing The New KTM 890 Adventure

The ride doesn’t need to end when the road does… Rolling into view as the perfect choice for finding new boundaries off the beaten tracks, the 2021 KTM 890 ADVENTURE comes with more engine grunt, improved handling, added suspension adjustability and rider focused technology to form the right tool for endless road or gravel exploration.

It has never been a better time to reach out to the world on a bike. Getting from A to B safely, quickly and efficiently has always been important, but to do it aboard a machine carrying KTM’s READY TO RACE DNA takes the experience to new levels. A new model for 2021, the KTM 890 ADVENTURE takes the lightweight and sporty characteristics you’d expect from a KTM ADVENTURE motorcycle to deliver a supremely capable adventure tourer – both on and off the tarmac.

The KTM 790 ADVENTURE formed a robust basis for KTM engineers to begin their search to offer more – much more – while still maintaining that resourcefulness, light touch and confidence-inspiring handling. The new 889cc compact engine raises performance figures to 105 hp and 100 Nm of torque and the 20% extra rotating mass of the crankshaft brings an improved feeling at low revs while augmenting the centralised sensation and traction through corners. The KTM 890 ADVENTURE comes with a refined and stronger clutch to cope with the boosted performance and the powerplant is Euro5 compliant.

A new WP APEX rear shock offers greater rider customisation potential through a new rebound damping adjuster and an additional hand adjuster for spring preload. The suspension matches the rest of the chassis configuration in placing the bike firmly between use for the tarmac and the trail.

Want the thrill of the gravel and breaking traction? Then count on 200mm of suspension travel, Dakar Rally-inspired ergonomics that mean the bike is comparably slim, light and manageable, an accessible seat height, a low fender, a 20-litre tank and KTM MY RIDE navigation.

Prefer the flat expanses of the road? The KTM 890 ADVENTURE has Adventure-spec tyres, a full-size TFT dashboard, Cornering ABS, Motorcycle Traction Control and Motor Slip Regulation, a seat that is adjustable in two heights and a strong yet lightweight subframe for pillion or baggage.

A range of KTM PowerPart upgrades means that Cruise Control (with the handlebar switch now provided as standard), a Quickshifter+ (with optimized settings), heated seat and grips together with a wide compliment of luggage widens the travel potential of the KTM 890 ADVENTURE even more.

KTM 890 ADVENTURE – MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
// New engine with 90 cc added displacement
// Improved performance with 105 hp and 100 Nm (Euro5)
// Better rideability thanks to 20% increased rotating mass
// Stronger clutch adapted to increased performance
// Engine knock control system (use of low Octane fuel)
// High-quality WP suspension components and new rear shock
// Reworked front and rear brakes for added control
// Improved ABS and MTC settings
// Anodized wheel hubs instead of powder coated
// Handlebar switch with Cruise Control button (software additional)
// Weight optimization thanks to compact motor and fuel tank
// Slim profile, refined ergonomics and new graphics
// Travel-ready with two-part, adjustable seat and low fender
// Smartphone connectivity giving access to music, calls
// Optional KTM MY RIDE app for turn-by-turn navigation

Joachim Sauer, KTM Product Manager Travel: “With the development of the new KTM 890 ADVENTURE we hit all our marks by offering an upgraded machine for both road and gravel riding. With the new engine we worked a lot on optimising the overall performance and feeling while out riding. The result is a big improvement in the bike’s rideability, better stability, less gear shifting and added comfort for the long days on the saddle. With the KTM 890 ADVENTURE we wanted a KTM that sets the benchmark through its performance on the tarmac while being able to veer offroad and keep the same high standards. As a true KTM ADVENTURE, this is a great machine to adventure everywhere.”

The KTM 890 ADVENTURE will be arriving at authorised KTM dealers in the UK from January 2021 onwards. For more info, visit ktm.com.

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The MYKTM App and Kit Offer Factory Bike Set-Up at The Touch of a Button

Available now: the MYKTM app and connectivity unit kit offer factory bike set-up at the touch of a button.

Placing added control in the hands of KTM SX-F riders, the myKTM app allows for quick and easy bike set-up with key tuning tools and helpful advice from the comfort of your smartphone device. With the software now downloadable for both iOS and Android, the KTM PowerParts Connectivity Unit kit is now available to purchase.

Thousands of hours and testing have gone into the creation of KTM’s advanced myKTM app that for 2021 graces the complete line-up of KTM SX-F 4-stroke bikes. This innovative tool places simple and concise adjustability of engine mapping and performance, along with precise recommendations for suspension settings using well-presented and intuitive menu screens.

The myKTM app functions through a straightforward Bluetooth connection with a Connectivity Unit that is located on the handlebars. Once synced, the bike will be added onto your virtual GARAGE and will immediately become available for a range of tuning options and recommendations described in the respective ENGINE and SUSPENSION sections.

Entering ENGINE allows riders to customise parameters of the engine to their taste or to suit the terrain and conditions they are about to face. It involves a basic ‘sliding scale’ approach, with several pre-sets allowing modifications of vital parameters such as ENGINE BRAKING, THROTTLE RESPONSE, TRACTION CONTROL and LAUNCH CONTROL. The changes made through the app are tangible, effective and very noticeable from the first metres of a new lap.

Selecting SUSPENSION means that riders can make their KTM SX-Fs even more specialized in terms of handling. It removes some of the guesswork to deal with hard-pack, muddy or sandy tracks thanks to the SAG ASSISTANT and the SUSPENSION SETTING recommendation. Again, the choices can be clear-cut for the first-term user but still a valuable guide for the experienced rider and racer.

Joachim Sauer, KTM Senior Product Manager Offroad: “It’s exciting to bring the myKTM app to the market. Allowing for a whole new spectrum of adjustment possibilities, this is a tool designed to enhance the riding experience and make every KTM SX-F rider get the best out of their bike. We’re happy with the versatility of the app and how alterations made with a smartphone can have such an interesting and immediate effect once out on the track. The work continues for us and for the foreseeable future we look at expanding the use and scope of myKTM to many more models from the KTM Offroad range.”

For more information on pricing and availability of the KTM PowerParts Connectivity Unit kit, please contact your local authorized KTM dealer.

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KTM Unveils 2021 KTM 250 SX-F Troy Lee Designs Motocross Machine

KTM is pleased to lift the covers off the 2021 KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS, a special tribute to the collaboration with world-renown artist and designer Troy Lee and the highly successful Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/KTM Factory Racing team during the course of the last five years. Featuring KTM’s proprietary Connectivity Unit as standard, the new KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS machine allows to explore the huge potential of the innovative myKTM app right from the crate.

Developed with feedback directly from elite Supercross and Motocross racers, the limited- edition KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS comes with meticulously selected and race-derived upgrades over the already agile and powerful KTM 250 SX-F. The KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS benefits from premium WP XACT suspension, an ultra-lightweight chromoly steel frame, powerful Brembo brakes and a handlebar-mounted map switch that selects between two engine maps and activates traction and launch control to manage the highly-tuned DOHC engine.

Combining these performance features, found standard on all KTM 4-stroke motocross models, with the race-proven upgrades specified on the KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS make this machine an absolute weapon out on the track. One of the highlights of this machine is the standard Connectivity Unit, which combined with the free-to-download myKTM App together they offer easy engine and suspension set -up via a smartphone.

Among the list of enhancements found on the KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS are the high-end Factory wheels. They feature black D.I.D DirtStar rims and fully CNC-machined orange anodized hubs. Together with black spokes and orange anodized aluminum nipples, they guarantee minimal weight at maximum stability, putting the rider in total control.

Dunlop Geomax MX 33 tires put the power to the ground using the proven block-within-a-block design to keep driving forward. Factory triple clamps anodized in orange perfectly fit with the WP XACT forks and have a precisely calculated stiffness to match the flex characteristics of the frame and fork. The result is a front end that all works in perfect harmony, contributing to the bike’s next-level handling and stability.

The KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS also comes with an Akrapovič Slip-On silencer as standard that further improves the low-end grunt of the 250 cc engine, while reducing weight thanks to its titanium construction. Designed to dominate the competition, a Factory start for the fork to lock in holeshots and a composite skid plate to protect vital components are also included. In addition, the bike has a semi-floating front disc ensuring maximum braking performance, a front brake disc guard, and a lightweight black aluminum rear sprocket. A billet Hinson clutch cover has been added for increased durability and to enhance the factory look.

Sure to catch a lot of attention out on the track, the special graphics found exclusively on the KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS embrace the unique creativity that goes into every detail of the Troy Lee Designs/Red Bull/KTM Factory Racing’s race day aesthetic. An iconic blue seat cover with silicone strips contributes to the bold looks of the bike and provides optimal feel and grip for the rider. Offering a fast and aggressive look, the inlay graphics and technical touches perfectly replicate the race machines of the US-based TLD race team and set this machine apart from anything else in the motocross catalog.

KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS – MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
// Orange frame & special TLD team graphics
// Akrapovič Slip-on silencer
// Connectivity Unit fitted as standard
// Ability to connect with the innovative myKTM app
// Factory triple clamps anodized in orange
// KTM Factory wheels
// Factory holeshot device in the fork guards
// Composite skid plate
// Special TLD gripper seat
// Semi-floating front disc
// Front brake disc guard
// Black rear sprocket
// Hinson clutch cover

The new 2021 KTM 250 SX-F TROY LEE DESIGNS will be available at authorized KTM dealers internationally from October 2020 onwards. For more information please contact your local KTM dealer or visit www.ktm.com.

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The UK’s Top Motocross riders test K-tech Suspension

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The UK’s Top Motocross riders testing the K-tech Suspension prepared KTM 125 & Husqvarna FC450.

K-tech Suspension took two motocross bikes, the KTM 125 2 Stroke and the Husqvarna FC450 4 stroke, replaced the air forks with a coil spring conversion and new damper unit…

Upgraded the WP rear shock with a bladder conversion and new damping system…throw in a K-Tech progressive linkage on the Husky…

Get the UK’s Top Motocross riders to test them at Fat Cats and see the results… easier to maintain, more adjustment and a lot more plush….fancy it?

Then contact K-tech Suspension – enquiries@ktechsuspension.com 0044 (0) 1283 559 000 #motocross #fatcats #ktm #Husqvarna #fatcats #suspension

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390 Adventure, 890 Duke R and 1290 Super Duke R Join KTM Finance Offers

KTM is pleased to announce that the KTM 390 ADVENTURE, KTM 890 DUKE R and KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R join lots of other members of the KTM Street family in belonging to the current KTM Finance campaign.

Offering customers a flexible and affordable way to finance the KTM of their dreams, the offer is currently available on bikes from the learner and commuter friendly KTM 125 DUKE all the way through to the mighty KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S – machines that also have KTM POWERDEALS savings on them. With 2.9 per cent Conditional Sale deals and 4.9 per cent PCP offers, KTM Dealers have been busy getting riders on to their new 70-plate machines.

And now the KTM 390 ADVENTURE, KTM 890 DUKE R and KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R join the offer, meaning the very latest KTM machinery is available at the 2.9 percent Conditional Sale and 4.9 per cent PCP rates.

The KTM 390 ADVENTURE is for those whose restless spirit demands that they fit more adventure into their lives. With the below KTM Finance PCP example at £79.00 a month, it’s a great time to explore every road around you.

Model 390 Adventure 2020
Term 36
Monthly Payment £79.00
Cash Price £5,499.00
Customer Deposit £1,186.50
Amount of Credit £4,312.50
Interest Charges £462.50
Optional Final Payment (GFV) £1,933.75
Total Amount Payable £5,964.25
Annual Mileage 5,000
Excess Mileage Charge (per mile) 14.9p
Fixed Rate of Interest 2.52% p.a
Duration of Agreement 37 months
Representative APR 4.9% APR

MCN’s Naked Bike of the Year revels in this status with KTM Finance examples offering the Super Scalpel at £119.00 per month. For this you get the ultimate mid-weight naked, a bike that turns it up to 11 in every respect – apart from the price.

Model 890 Duke R 2020
Term 36
Monthly Payment £119.00
Cash Price £10,399.00
Customer Deposit £2,565.50
Amount of Credit £7,833.50
Interest Charges £913.00
Optional Final Payment (GFV) £4,462.50
Total Amount Payable £11,312.00
Annual Mileage 5,000
Excess Mileage Charge (per mile) 14.9p
Fixed Rate of Interest 2.52% p.a
Duration of Agreement 37 months
Representative APR 4.9% APR

And THE BEAST 3.0 gets in on the act – how could it not. Leaner and meaner than ever before, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R shows a generous spirit when it comes to joining the KTM Finance deal with examples from £179.00 per month.

Model 1290 Super Duke R 2020
Term 36
Monthly Payment £179.00
Cash Price £15,699.00
Customer Deposit £3,817.50
Amount of Credit £11,881.50
Interest Charges £1,389.06
Optional Final Payment (GFV) £6,826.50
Total Amount Payable £17,088.06
Annual Mileage 5,000
Excess Mileage Charge (per mile) 14.9p
Fixed Rate of Interest 2.52% p.a
Duration of Agreement 37 months
Representative APR 4.9% APR

Customers can head to www.ktm.com to build a KTM Finance package to suit you. PCP or Condition Sale, you can alter term length, mileage and deposit figures to get a deal that’s right for you. Demo rides are available – these can be booked from testride.ktm.com. Or pop into an Authorised KTM Dealer to discuss any bike in the range, KTM Finance options and PowerParts and PowerWear to accompany your new machine.

Finance subject to status. Deposit shown may be higher than the minimum; a lower deposit will result in increased monthly payments. Terms and conditions apply. At the end of the agreement there are three options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle  (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final payment to own the vehicle; or (iii) Return the vehicle. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle, if the vehicle is returned at the end of the finance agreement. Applicants must be 18 or over. Guarantees/Indemnities may be required. KTM Finance RH1 1SR.

For more information on KTM Motorcycles UK visit www.ktm.com/en-gb.html

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The 2021 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY & KTM 890 ADVENTURE R Open New Horizons

Two stunning new KTM ADVENTURE machines are here to let riders #AdventureHarder and faster than ever before thanks to a series of upgrades and race-inspired specs. The exclusive 2021 KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY and the updated KTM 890 ADVENTURE R capitalize on KTM’s achievements in the racing environment to embolden the brand’s prestige in the Travel sector.

Two years ago, KTM funneled track experience, premium technology and race-inspired design into some of the most versatile and exciting Adventure motorcycles to roll off the brand’s production lines. As a result, the KTM 790 ADVENTURE line-up quickened the pulse in the midweight segment. For 2021 and beyond, KTM is raising heart rates further with the launch of the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY and KTM 890 ADVENTURE R machines; a pair of new bikes based on new engine platforms with more power and torque, which are ready for extreme escapes off the beaten track.

In the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY, KTM is crafting one of the most desirable Adventure offerings in any catalog thanks to a series of components and settings derived from the efforts of the Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Rally team. The data recorded across landscapes around the world has been analyzed and applied directly to the form of the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY.

Top of the range WP Pro Components ensure all-action, fully adjustable suspension while the power output of the new 4-stroke, twin, DOHC, Euro5-ready engine is boosted by an ultra-light Akrapovic silencer. The KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY is a top of the range, specialized motorcycle for the hardcore Adventurer with a raft of niche details like specific chassis race settings, rally footpegs (wider, lighter and mud-free), straight seat, clear screen and winglets, racing graphics along with Quickshifter+ and RALLY ride mode as standard.

KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY – MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
// Limited edition, 700 units [500 INT & 200 US]
// Updated engine & electronics
// WP XPLOR Pro Components Suspension
// Akrapovic exhaust (35% lighter than standard)
// Straight racing seat (with 910 mm height)
// RALLY mode and Quickshifter+ included
// Narrow anodized wheel rims with tubes
// Clear screen winglets and racing graphics and colors
// Carbon fiber tank protectors and Rally footrests

The KTM 890 ADVENTURE R improves and accelerates the riding sensation that many came to love with the KTM 790 ADVENTURE model family. The new engine generates 105 hp and 100 Nm of torque, that is 10 hp and 12 Nm more than the bike’s smaller brother. The crankshaft features 20% more rotating mass and the overall effect of the engineering around the powerplant means a more stable and consistent output, noticeable with low RPM torque. The added mass also means added cornering stability for long distance riding on the throttle. Fully adjustable WP XPLOR suspension, overhauled ABS software and new traction control algorithms are just three aspects that mold the KTM 890 ADVENTURE R as the company’s refined definition of an exhilarating ‘allrounder’.

KTM 890 ADVENTURE R – MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
// New 889cc engine with an added 90cc of displacement
// Engine featuring 20% more rotating masses (Euro5)
// More power with 105 hp @ 8,000rpm
// Added torque with 100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
// Reinforced clutch
// Improved ABS and Traction Control
// Reworked shifting for faster gear changes
// Updated Quickshifter+ (optional)
// New handlebar switch for Cruise Control function
// Chassis upgrades with aluminum steering head tube & lighter subframe
// Reworked front & rear brakes
// New suspension settings

Joachim Sauer, KTM Product Manager Travel: “We are lucky in at least two ways with the unveiling of our new KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY and R models. Firstly, to be able to count on the high standards and excellent collaboration with our multi-title winner Rally team. It’s very cool to be able to use their work and their components and plug it straight into our production bikes. Secondly, we’re excited by the fact we’re providing a new riding experience. The increased performance in addition to the extra rotating mass are really transforming the feeling in low rpm, with the new bikes being even more stable and efficient for the long travels. I’m pretty sure KTM ADVENTURE riders will feel the difference as soon as they get on their saddles for any kind of riding adventure.”

The exclusive KTM 890 ADVENTURE R RALLY is available in limited quantities and can be pre-ordered on ktm.com.

The KTM 890 ADVENTURE R will be arriving at KTM authorized dealers from November 2020 onwards. For more info visit www.ktm.com.

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