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2019 KTM Fan Packages – The Ultimate Orange MotoGP Experience
KTM Powerwear Street Collection 2019: Intentional, Functional, Unconventional
Get Geared Up & Ready To Race With The KTM Powerwear Offroad Collection
New Adventures Start Now With KTM
These completely new adventure bikes allow riders to push their own limits, ride harder and take the paths least explored, creating exceptional memories that are only possible on powered two-wheelers. Thanks to a 450km fuel range, these machines will encourage explorers to not only ride over the horizon but be driven to carry on past the next one.
Soaking up KTM’s experience in this segment and developed alongside the seemingly unstoppable Dakar-winning KTM 450 RALLY, these bikes set new benchmarks in adventure motorcycling while complementing the existing KTM Travel range.
Both machines share many characteristics and performance, but key differences to components and electronic functions give each bike its intended focus and rider appeal.
KTM 790 ADVENTURE
The KTM 790 ADVENTURE is the most offroad capable travel bike, ready to take on the roughest dirt trails and remains a high-performing street motorcycle. Running on conventional offroad wheel sizes using Avon TrailRider tires and with street focused WP suspension delivering performance on the long straight runs and – more importantly – when the tarmac twists. Aiding conviction for shorter riders is a low seat (height adjustable 830/850 mm) and with the option to lower it as far as 800 mm using an official KTM PowerParts seat and suspension options.
As well as the split rider and passenger seat, the KTM 790 ADVENTURE is set further apart from its R sibling with a longer screen and front fender design for increased wind protection. Larger mirrors also underline its need for more visibility on the street. Visually, it is instantly recognisable by a black frame and available in orange or white bodywork options.
KTM 790 ADVENTURE R
The most travel capable offroad bike. The rally never has to end with the KTM 790 ADVENTURE R; The most performance-focused travel bike in its segment is able to travel longer distances than any other offroad bike.
Immediately distinguished by its white bodywork and orange frame, the R is set apart from its stablemate and all other adventure machines by the high-performance WP suspension it boasts.
Positioned more towards challenging offroad use, the fully adjustable XPLOR 48 mm upside-down fork and PDS shock absorber are the results of an intensive development program that has given the R true enduro-level suspension in a real and capable adventure bike package, that can also be ridden superbly on the street.
The rally ride mode (optional on the KTM 790 ADVENTURE) allows riders to choose their throttle behavior and control the amount of traction control between 9 different levels; perfect for when riding in changing terrains. The anti-wheelie mode is also deactivated in this mode.
These bikes represent an exciting new chapter of the two-wheeled travel segment and are backed up by a comprehensive range of official KTM PowerParts to further intensify the ride. KTM PowerWear options are also available to match the attitude and ambition of these bikes.
Discover more at www.ktm.com/gb/travel/
Adventure Ahead: Elemental GTX Tech-Air® Gear
The ELEMENTAL GTX TECH-AIR® JACKET has been designed for hitting the road – literally! Providing the rider with the highest standard of safety features and comfort. Compatible with ground-breaking TECH-AIR® (available separately) airbag deployment technology and offering superior body armour and abrasion resistance, it sets a new benchmark in rider protection and all-weather adaptability.
The Alpinestars TECH-AIR® airbag is the world’s first self-contained airbag system, covering the back, chest, shoulders, and kidneys. No cables or wires need attaching to the bike to make use of this system. Its sensors detect an impact between 30-60 milliseconds and fully inflate the airbag in under 25 milliseconds, thanks to cutting-edge electronics and complex algorithms, to provide a new dimension of rider defence.
Besides protection, comfort is paramount with the ELEMENTAL GTX TECH-AIR® GEAR. The premium, multi-panel Adventure touring jacket and pants are laminated with a 3-layer GORE-TEX® membrane and a multilayer exterior material which provides protection and durability. This construction is breathable but at the same time wind and waterproof.
The garments are actively styled for excellent freedom of movement, with the ELEMENTAL GTX TECH-AIR® PANTS featuring a preformed knee structure and height-adjustable protectors designed to increase the rider´s comfort and safety.
The ELEMENTAL GTX TECH-AIR® GEAR is complemented by the matching ELEMENTAL GTX TECH-AIR® GLOVES, that boast a 100% waterproof GORE-TEX® membrane to guarantee weather protection and improved breathability. Finger and knuckle protectors and a reinforced palm area help to further protect the riders hands.
These products are available now at selected KTM dealers. More information can be found online at www.ktm.com/ktmpowerwear/
Ready To Race With The 2019 Red Bull KTM Lifestyle Collection
With functional shorts and jackets, graphic t-shirts and hoodies the Red Bull KTM Lifestyle Collection allows customers to enjoy an ultra-cool, READY TO RACE look at all times. The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team has one goal, and one vision in all disciplines – and that’s to win.
To get up close to the Red Bull KTM Lifestyle Collection and the extensive 2019 KTM PowerWear Casual & Accessories range, visit your local KTM dealer.
www.ktm.com/gb/ktmpowerwear
Silverstone MotoGP Round Hosts KTM Fan Stand
No matter the class, the best riders in the world battle on machinery that is engineered to perfection. With the RC16, KTM has picked up the gauntlet and in just two years risen towards the head of the pack in MotoGP. Through hard work and total dedication, KTM has mastered the biggest challenge it has faced yet. But that’s not all. KTM lives motorsport. That’s why KTM is the only manufacturer on the starting grid of all three MotoGP classes.
There’s no better way to experience this spectacle – the quest for the perfect lap, the scrap for every second, the rivalry between the world’s best motorcycle riders, and high-speed overtaking manoeuvres – than with the KTM FAN PACKAGE. Show the world that your blood flows orange and support your favourite riders in MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3.
The KTM FAN STAND at Silverstone will be in Copse A, so you’ll get to see all the action of turn one, one of the greatest corners in the world. Each rider will be braking from over 280kph to make the corner, so from the tension of the start to the euphoria of the chequered flag, you’ll see it all. There’s also a giant screen to keep you across all the action. You’ll be in great company too, as you’ll be sitting alongside the rest of the KTM family in this covered stand.
The weekend and Sunday ticket both offer the KTM FAN PACKAGE, so the choice is yours. If you choose the weekend option you’ll even get access to the Clean Bandit concert on the Saturday night. The packages will be available to be picked up on the morning of the race (Sunday), so you will have time to get clothed in Orange and support the KTM Factory Race teams all day long.
The KTM FAN PACKAGE includes the following exclusive benefits:
- KTM Grandstand Seating
- KTM Bag
- KTM T-shirt
- KTM Cap
- KTM Lanyard
- KTM Earplugs
Prices start from £125 for a KTM FAN STAND ticket which is the same as other Copse seating, so booking the KTM FAN PACKAGE comes at no extra cost.
The KTM FAN PACKAGE is available from www.silverstone.co.uk. More details can be found at www.ktm.com/motogp
Street Or Dirt? New KTM 690 SMC R & KTM 690 ENDURO R Released
Naughty has never been so nice with the new KTM 690 SMC R. A bike for those who crave corner kicks on the road or track with an addictive torque-filled punch at every turn of the throttle. The return of the KTM 690 ENDURO R in 2019 offers riders a true long-distance Enduro machine, always ready to connect the tarmac with trails with its flexibility to perform excitably on and offroad.
Similar in many aspects but completely different in execution, both models take full advantage of an intensive development program that has seen front to back changes. The latest generation LC4 single-cylinder engine is housed in a lightweight, dynamic frame dripping with top specification chassis components and the very latest electronic rider aids to give an exceptional riding experience.
Sharper and more refined, the focus of these upgrades was to improve on what already made these machines the benchmark in their respective class – without diluting excitement and focus with the addition of technology and increased usability.
Both bikes are armed with the most powerful production single-cylinder available, which is smoother and more sophisticated than ever. Efficient engineering excellence, the latest compact LC4 is a totally modern interpretation of a big single-cylinder engine. Two balancer shafts aligned to a dual-spark cylinder head and ride by wire technology leave only good vibrations. The 690cc engine now punches 74 hp and 73.5 Nm of torque; with an incredibly wide delivery of performance and now boasts a Quickshifter+ for further refinement.
Electronic rider aids feature heavily on both bikes, with the addition of ride mode technology and lean angle sensitive ABS and traction control systems to get the most from these potent packages in all situations.
KTM 690 SMC R
All fun and no frown; the unique riding appeal of a Supermoto is something KTM has wildly celebrated over the years and punching back into the range in 2019 on opposite lock is the KTM 690 SMC R. Pure, extreme and high performance – this is a very focused motorcycle that embodies the READY TO RACE approach and takes advantage of refined and unrivaled LC4 drive with advanced electronics in a truly unique package.
The sharpened bodywork is not just for the look; improved ergonomics improve feel and control between rider and machine to get the most from this Supermoto superhero. All-new, fully-adjustable APEX suspension from the experts at WP also helps deliver a charismatic machine capable of conquering the tightest curves and cutting through congested commutes.
Getting the most from the KTM 690 SMC R’s performance in all situations is a suite of rider assistance systems. Two ride modes – Street and Sport – cornering ABS, lean angle-sensitive motorcycle traction control and Quickshifter+ are new to the game, with the familiar Supermoto ABS mode aiding rear slides with front-end confidence.
KTM 690 ENDURO R
Making the impassable possible, the KTM 690 ENDURO R unites tarmac and trails like never before. The latest KTM LC4 single-cylinder has two balancer shafts for reduced vibrations, ride by wire to allow changeable ride modes and traction control. More than enough power to pull you clear of the steepest climbs yet efficient and manageable for trails and daily use.
Sharper and slimmer, the new bodywork with a redesigned seat, enhances aesthetics and improves ergonomics. Underneath, a lightweight and agile chassis coupled with fully-adjustable WP XPLOR suspension provides a competent package for experienced riders yet confidence-inspiring for those new to dirt. Better still, the KTM 690 ENDURO R remains sure-footed for street riding, increasing its versatility as a trust-worthy daily ride.
The new electronic systems on the KTM 690 ENDURO R get the most from this dynamic machine in all situations. Two ride modes – Offroad and Street – produce different characteristics of the throttle response and motorcycle traction control (MTC), while cornering sensitivity for the ABS and traction control also make its debut on this bike.
Both bikes are available from official KTM dealers now, backed up with a wide range of official KTM PowerParts to intensify them even further. For A2 license riders, these machines can also be made 35kW compliant with no hardware changes.
Discover more at www.ktm.com
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“VAT Free” Prices on 2019 KTM Offroad Machinery
The gate has dropped early on 2019, with participating Authorised KTM Dealers now able to ensure you are READY TO RACE at an amazing price. Selected Offroad KTM models are now available “VAT Free*” meaning that you will be in the best possible shape as the new season approaches.
You now have the choice of pocketing the savings, or putting it towards some amazing KTM PowerParts or PowerWear to ensure that you and your new machine is primed to win. All KTM Minicycles are included in the offer alongside every EXC machine (excluding Six Days versions), so there has never been a better time to turn Orange and join race winners from all around the world. Whether you’re a child protégé following in the footsteps of Jeffery Herlings, an Enduro competitor looking for the upper hand at an event or a leisure rider wanting to experience the sophistication of the EXC range, there is a machine waiting for you at this very special price.
This promotion is only available at participating dealers, which can be found at www.ktm.com/gb. On the website you’ll be able to find out more about each model, alternatively your dealer will be able to answer any further questions, as well as discussing upgrades, accessories and finance options available to you.
KTM Minicycles
50 SX Mini 2019 £2,916
50 SX 2019 £2,916
65 SX 2019 £3,499
85 SX SW 2019 £4,199
85 SX BW 2019 £4,199
KTM EXC Enduro
250 EXC TPI 2019 £6,541
300 EXC TPI 2019 £6,749
250 EXC-F 2019 £6,833
350 EXC-F 2019 £7,041
450 EXC-F 2019 £7,124
500 EXC-F 2019 £7,208
*VAT Free pricing refers to the removal of the VAT element from the suggested retail price. VAT will be paid on the promotional price of the motorcycle. This offer is available at all participating Authorised KTM UK Dealers, while stocks last until 31st March 2019.
New KTM Adventure Experience Starts In 2019
KTM Off-Road Experiences offer riders the opportunity to try the very best in off-road machinery in the very best environments with teaching from the very best coaches. With Motocross, Enduro and Electric Experiences already established, the Sweet Lamb KTM Adventure Bike Experience finally covers all the off-road areas that KTM is READY TO RACE in. The Sweet Lamb team has been running a successful school on the site, and now the partnership with KTM UK allows riders to use the very latest Orange machinery to get the most from their time at the spectacular venue and iconic Rally GB stage location.
KTM UK has been impressed by the facility, teachings, enthusiasm and ambitions of the Sweet Lamb team, and is looking forward to the first events to be held in Spring 2019. Located just off the A44 in mid-Wales, the two day Experience will offer ACU licensed tuition that will ensure that all levels of riders develop fundamental skills that will enhance their riding ability and enable them to explore all 6,600 acres of Sweet Lamb. Once riders have the Bronze course under their belts, they can graduate onto the Silver and Orange courses – with the Orange Pro days using some of KTM’s Pro Riders to pass on invaluable tips. Tuition will be in small groups, ensuring that each rider gets the most out of their days at the Experience.
Boasting a skills zone, 20 miles of tracks, many smaller trails and the option to cover almost any of the ground in between these established routes, it’s clear that Sweet Lamb offers Adventure riders the terrain they crave. Thanks to the innate skills of the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R and the eagerly awaited KTM 790 ADVENTURE R each rider will have the very best machinery to take on the challenges that await at Sweet Lamb.
More information of the Sweet Lamb KTM Adventure Bike Experience, including dates, pricing and other details can be found at ktm.adventurerallybike.co.uk. All other KTM Off-Road Experiences can be found here www.ktm.com/offroadexperience.
The Sweet Lamb team will be on hand at the KTM stand at the Off-Road Experience desk throughout Motorcycle Live. For journalists attending on Media Monday, please come and see the team for further information or speak to a member of staff at any other point during the show.
Mark Molineux, Chief Instructor, Sweet Lamb KTM Adventure Bike Experience: “This is very exciting news for the team here at Sweet Lamb and for Adventure bike riding in the UK. We believe we have the best environment available. That’s not just the best in Wales, not just the best in the UK, but the best dedicated facility in Europe. We are all very excited to welcome in a fleet of brand new KTMs, because the best Adventure environment deserves the best Adventure bikes – and that’s what the Orange bikes are. KTM leads the world in off-road machinery and this will be evident for customers at the Experience. The opportunity to use the new 790 ADVENTURE R is the cherry on the cake – for us and for our customers – and we can’t wait to get started.”
Matt Walker, Managing Director KTM UK: “Having held our inaugural Adventure Bike Rally at Sweet Lamb in the summer, it’s clear that there is no other facility like it in the UK. The riding options here are amazing, and once you couple this terrain with the natural ability of KTM Adventure bikes off-road and the excellent tuition from the Sweet Lamb team it is the perfect addition to the KTM Off-Road Experience line-up. We can’t wait for customers to try the bikes and the Sweet Lamb Experience.”
Images: Chippy Wood
KTM: Ready For Anything In 2019
Leading its 2019 line-up is the eagerly anticipated KTM 790 ADVENTURE and KTM 790 ADVENTURE R. “You spoke, we listened.” KTM is a riders’ company and these all-new models are a direct result of customer feedback mixed with the brand’s experience and expertise. Punching way above their cubic capacities, KTM set new performance and offroad ability benchmarks in the mid-capacity travel enduro market.
The KTM 790 ADVENTURE is for travel enduro fans of every ambition and ability, ready to discover new roads – no matter surface. The KTM 790 ADVENTURE R is a lightweight, agile and technically advanced machine for adventurers that endeavor to challenge themselves while tackling tricky terrain. Both powered by the 799cc LC8c parallel twin – first seen in the KTM 790 DUKE – the engine has been tuned to deliver its torque lower down the rev range to fit the specific requirements of adventure riding. The result is smooth acceleration, plentiful performance and a 450 km range from a 20 litre tank.
Each of these rugged bikes have been developed by some of the best adventure riders in the world, in conjunction with the Red Bull KTM Rally Factory Racing Team. They provide a confidence-inspiring chassis with a low centre of gravity and riding ergonomics to suit riders of all size and spirit. A full suite of rider assistance systems; easily navigated and activated with a bar-mounted menu switch, aligned to a full colour TFT display, allow the adventurous to get the most from these machines.
Also in the KTM Travel Enduro range, the incredible KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S and KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R receive new colours and graphics to keep these exciting machines looking as sharp and bold as they perform.
Rebooting supermoto for the road, the KTM 690 SMC R returns in 2019 and takes the KTM READY TO RACE approach to the street; lightweight, agile, addictive single-cylinder punch, premium chassis components and now backed up by leading performance-enhancing electronic package.
Powering the KTM 690 SMC R is the latest generation LC4 engine; the world’s most powerful production single-cylinder engine delivers 74 hp and 73.5 Nm of torque. Getting the most from this performance in all situations is a suite of rider assistance systems. Two ride modes – Street and Sport – cornering ABS, lean angle-sensitive motorcycle traction control (MTC), motor slip regulation (MSR) and Quickshifter+, are new to the game, sitting alongside the familiar Supermoto ABS mode aiding rear slides with front-end confidence. All this is packaged in an updated chassis and new subframe, supported by the latest generation fully-adjustable WP APEX suspension and wrapped in slimmer, sharper bodywork with a 1.5 litre bigger fuel tank.
The new KTM 690 ENDURO R is perfectly positioned to connect tarmac and trails, benefitting from the same engine, electronics and chassis improvements made to its sliding Supermoto sibling, but in a platform completely focused on offroad.
Under the new seat and fresh bodywork, which is sharpened for both style and movement on the bike, is an all-new chassis with WP XPLOR suspension derived from KTM’s world-winning EXC models. Designed to be confidence inspiring, it is ready to tackle everything from easy trails to extreme offroad obstacles, as well as being a competent every day street bike.
The newly developed KTM SX-E 5 is the next step in KTM’s innovative line-up. Combining class-leading knowledge in youth motorcycling with years of development work in the e-sector, the KTM SX-E 5 is based on the incredibly popular 2-stroke KTM 50 SX with a high-end chassis powered by an electric motor. The mission was clear: to create an ultra-competitive machine that is easy to ride, even for pure beginners.
The KTM SX-E 5 enjoys the advantage of zero emissions, low noise and minimal maintenance, which makes it ideal for youngsters looking to make the first step into the world of motorcycling. Thanks to its dynamic design, it is ideal for the growing rider with an adjustable seat height.
The KTM PowerPack can provide more than two hours of riding for a beginner, or 25 minutes for the faster junior racers. With its external worldwide charger, full power is restored in approximately one hour. Coming from the READY TO RACE company, the KTM SX-E 5 will set a new benchmark within the electric-minicycle market in terms of performance, rideability and safety.
As unveiled last month in Cologne, joining the 2019 range is a sharper, stronger and more refined version of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT. The most radical long-distance Sports Tourer on the market takes the best from ‘The Beast’; phenomenal engine performance, street handling and race track capabilities of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R. Major updates to this premium machine can be found in the engine, suspension, electronics and bodywork with a focus on improving comfort and performance.
The introduction of these new models sees the 2019 KTM range as distinctive and diverse as ever, with something for riders of all ages and abilities, READY TO RACE!
For more information visit www.ktm.com or your nearest official KTM dealer.
More Tour, More Roar: 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT & R
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
The most radical long-distance sports tourer on the market takes the best from ‘The Beast’; phenomenal engine performance, street handling and race track capabilities of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R are brought into a machine that is as happy munching massive miles in comfort as it is carving up challenging corners.
Boasting the latest generation 1,301cc 75° V-twin LC8 engine as its potent ‘R’ sibling, KTM introduced revised resonator chambers, titanium inlet valves and new mapping to give an incredible 175 hp and 141 Nm of torque. In short power is always at hand and now its effortless in its application. Along with the smoother performance at lower rpm, the addition of the Quickshifter+ provides clutchless and incredibly smooth up and down shifting benefiting to rider and passenger.
The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is a technical powerhouse as it utilises the full suite of KTM’s best electronic performance and assistance systems. With lean angle sensitivity for braking power, traction control and different ride modes including an optional ‘Track’ mode it allows further adjustability of the electronic settings. These advanced systems enable riders to explore the full potential of the GT’s capabilities.
Big changes for the 2019 GT can be found in the ‘dash’. Set behind the new aerodynamically developed windshield with multiple height positions and improved one-handed adjustability, is a 6.5-inch TFT display. The award winning full colour screen is visible in direct sunlight and features an exclusive layout; meaning the full status of the bike can be easily identified without distracting from the road ahead. Working through the bike’s various menus and extensive functions is an intuitive illuminated menu switch found on the left bar, where the cruise control switch is now positioned.
An instantly recognisable DUKE family ‘face’ is a large part of the revitalised GT’s identity. Set within the redesigned front end is a powerful new LED headlight, where form and function are beautifully integrated. The central aluminium heatsink holds six forward-facing ultra-bright LEDs, while further LEDs create the daytime running light (DRL) to ensure the motorcycle is more visible by other road users. When the journey continues after the sun sets, the fuel tank spoiler-mounted LED cornering lights provide impressive illumination to the inside of turns.
The latest generation WP semi-active chassis is the most sophisticated setup offered on a KTM so far, with deeper analysing sensors automatically adapting to surface conditions so that the new KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT always delivers precise handling – no matter the load or road. Rider, passenger, luggage or all three, the GT’s preload can be adjusted for the bike’s ‘cargo’ at the push of a button, with no need for tools. Also transformed with fingertip control is the choice of damping to suit the mood and road: Comfort, Street and Sport.
Two colour options, white or black are available. On each side of the fuel tank spoilers, new storage compartments creating easy access for essential small items, such as keys or toll cards. One side is fitted with a USB socket to charge and power favourite gadgets on the move with heated grips installed as standard.
KTM MY RIDE smartphone connectivity adds another type of comfort. The 2019 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is now navigation ready for onscreen turn-by-turn directions and audio prompts in 5 languages, via a separately available app. Caller ID is displayed with the ability to receive or reject incoming calls, along with the option to toggle through tracks on a music playlist.
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R
Already at the top of its game for 2019, the mighty KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R receives a graphics update to keep it looking as sharp as it performs. This machine offers a unique technical layout with an awesome engine in a perfectly balanced chassis. It delivers seemingly endless riding enjoyment in any situation and at any pace while distinguishing itself with exceptional levels of safety, due to cutting-edge technical solutions.
With 177 hp of maximum power, it wants riders to go fast yet stay in control: with the aid of wide, low handlebars, the Brembo monobloc brakes, the MSC including cornering ABS, competition-developed WP suspension, optional two-way Quickshifter+, multifunctional TFT display and LED headlight.
The optional “Track Pack” includes launch control, spin adjuster, three throttle response settings and anti-wheelie off function. The optional “Performance Pack” includes motor slip regulation (MSR) and Quickshifter+. READY TO RACE, it is equipped with the RACE ON transponder key and the KTM MY RIDE smartphone and audio player integration.
Further additions to the KTM PowerParts range provides riders with more options to intensify this incredible motorcycle. By enhancing and personalising their vision, the rider can boost aspects such as performance, practicality or style.
New for 2019, two new graphics – black or white – are the finishing touch to a super naked that is not all boast but definitely all Beast.
KTM Presents KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has been transformed from the ground up and specifically developed for rally racing. The 450cc SOHC fuel-injection engine now provides increased engine power, with a redesigned cylinder head delivering extended durability. An improved transmission system is complemented by a new engine management system and throttle body. The enhanced air filter box offers more room for the battery and electronic components while enhancing the centralization of mass – a key focus in the development of this machine. The 2019 KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA boasts a brand-new chassis, tested and developed by factory riders. It combines improved agility with enhanced straight-line and braking stability, which all KTM rally machines are renowned for.
The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA employs a new swingarm in conjunction with a reworked linkage and shock absorber. This, along with WP XACT PRO 48mm closed cartridge suspension using sophisticated Cone Valve technology, provides improved traction when accelerating, as well as improving ground clearance. Aerodynamic bodywork aids rider comfort while improving visibility past the innovative carbon tower, which houses the bike’s navigational systems. A softer seat, revised fuel tanks and honed Akrapovič exhaust system also contribute to better mass centralization and improved weight distribution.
Stefan Huber (KTM Factory Rally Team Leader): “The all-new KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA is based on our already-successful factory machine that we began racing at the end of last year, which was specifically developed to win the Dakar. With this latest generation, our goal and focus was to develop a bike around the style of our current factory riders, who required something with more comfort, more agility and improved stability. We looked for an improvement in handling, a lower weight, as well as a bike that also meets the demands of the conditions and intensity that we now find at Dakar. The KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA machine is almost identical to those raced by our athletes, and is available for customers to get the opportunity to own and ride a really premium, purpose-developed rally machine with high-quality components and maximum innovation. It’s been truly revised from the ground up, and we are looking forward to seeing these bikes being raced by our customers.”
The limited 75 unit production of the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA has been reserved at a price of EUR 26,000 (plus VAT). A service and support package is available at the Dakar Rally at an additional cost for all models of KTM rally bikes. For more information contact your local KTM dealer.
KTM Get TECH-AIR™ READY
KTM and Alpinestars have combined to produce the MANAGUA GTX Tech-Air™ and DURBAN GTX Tech-Air™ jackets to provide the rider with all the necessary comfort and safety features they’ll need. The Tech-Air™ airbag system from Alpinestars is the world’s first self-contained street airbag that independently functions without the need for sensors to be installed on the bike.
The MANAGUA GTX Tech-Air™ jacket is 100% street oriented. The fully laminated and lightweight GORE-TEX® outer material is padded with a removable thermal lining. An innovative ventilation system guarantees perfect comfort under all conditions.
The DURBAN GTX Tech-Air™ jacket is equally suited for the road as it is for offroad use and adventure touring. It features an ultra-lightweight removable Gore-Tex® membrane with micro-fleece lining. Zipper seals protect against all the wind and rain nature can throw at it.
Both jackets are made from the highest quality materials and feature reflective details, reinforced by CE-certified protectors on the shoulders and elbows resulting in low weight, durability and optimal protection.
Tech-Air™ offers the freedom to ride any bike on any surface at any time. The street airbag is incorporated into a specially designed vest, which is then easily attached or removed. Sensors detect an impact between 30-60 milliseconds and fully inflate the airbag in under 25 milliseconds offering instantaneous, high-pressure protection to the rider in a crash by covering the full back, shoulders, kidney areas and chest.
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KTM PowerWear 2019: New Casual & Accessories range released
The 2019 KTM PowerWear collection allows the committed KTM riders to reflect their passion with an eclectic choice of casual clothing and essential accessories for those times when not riding their bike – because READY TO RACE is a way of life!
The latest KTM PowerWear Casual & Accessories range features everything from bikes to bags, hoodies to hats, mugs to mats, shades to shoes and watches to wallets, made specifically to meet the demands of die-hard KTM fans who live life in the fast lane.
With over 160 items for riders, racers and fans of all ages, the range is broken into nine distinctive collections to suit the attitude and ambition of its intended user: Radical, Pure, Unbound, Emphasis, Replica, Orange, Mechanic, X-BOW and Kini-Red Bull.
See, feel and try on the KTM 2019 PowerWear Casual & Accessories range at your local authorised KTM dealer. The full range can also be viewed online at www.ktm.com.
KTM 2019 PowerWear Casual & Accessories highlights
RADICAL EMPHATIC TEE £20.88 (Radical Collection)
The Radical Collection features designs as loud as the KTM motorcycles they represent. Made from 100% cotton and 100% power, the Radical Emphatic Tee features a razor-sharp design to make a high-octane statement when supporting trackside.
PURE JACKET £124.62 (Pure Collection)
Subtle isn’t a word usually associated with KTM. That said, the Pure Collection features clean, authoritative designs but still shouts KTM attitude. The Pure Jacket strikes the perfect balance between form and function; waterproof, wind resistant and full of orange style 24/7.
UNBOUND VEST £124.62 (Unbound Collection)
The Unbound Collection encourages exploring the limits of everyday convention and beyond. KTM’s goal when designing the Unbound Vest was to follow the same winning formula as that of its motorcycles – keep the performance and function high and the weight low. Reversible with a sporty cut, this vest is also water and wind repellent. Available for men and women.
EMPHASIS HOODIE £75.18 (Emphasis Collection)
The Emphasis Collection has been made with the hardcore training requirements of a champion in mind. Leading that charge is the Emphasis Hoodie; fast drying, elastic and breathable. Available for guys and girls with a READY TO RACE attitude in a wide range of sizes.
REPLICA TEAM SOFTSHELL £109.68 (Replica Collection)
From the pit lanes of MotoGP™ to Supercross, the Replica Collection allows fans and aspiring champions to look just as READY TO RACE as the pros do. The Replica Team Softshell lets guys and girls show their support and colors on or off the track or simply feel like a KTM factory rider.
ORANGE JACKET £166.44 (Orange Collection)
The Orange Collection stands alone with its unique blend of orange, black and white contrasts. Multi-functional, durable and undeniably KTM, the Orange Jacket is the perfect trackside companion – whatever the weather! Available for him or her in a wide range of sizes.
MECHANIC SHIRT £54.30 (Mechanic Collection)
The Mechanic Collection embodies everything a KTM specialist demands from their work clothes; robust and made to work. Gone are the days of oil-stained overalls and old tee-shirts, the Mechanic Shirt is a must-have item for every master technician’s workshop.
Let’s Trade Keys and Power up With KTM
*Discount of £1,290 from gross list price (incl. VAT and registration tax) when trading in a vehicle (the vehicle must have been registered to the purchaser for at least 6 months before this purchase) and purchasing a KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT, KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R, KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S or KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R model year 2018 during the promotion period from 1st September 2018 to 30th November 2018 at a participating, authorised KTM UK dealership. Discount cannot be redeemed in cash. Only 1 per purchaser. Offer applies as long as stocks last. Further information can be obtained from your specialist KTM dealer. All information with the proviso that mistakes, printing, setting and typing errors may occur.
790SUMMER Competition
Hold a full UK Motorcycle (A) licence
Have no more than 6 points on their licence
No insurance claims in the last 3 years
No drink or drug driving convictions in the last 5 years
The KTM 790 DUKE must be stored in a locked garage when not in use
Streets Ahead With New KTM PowerWear Helmets
- The new interior system is designed around a sport focussed riding position
- Space around the mouth is enlarged to ease breathing and a ‘locked up’ feeling
- The SHOEI Adjustable Inner System is adaptable to fit your riding position
- Cheek pad ventilation system and newly developed interior extracts hot air
- 2-D CWR-F visor is set for tear-off film and Pinlock®
- Double visor lock mechanism avoids unexpected opening
- Improved ventilation system via six air intakes and six outlets
- Adjustable interior adapts to individual head size
- Emergency quick release system (E.Q.R.S.) makes removing the helmet easy in an accident
- Sizes XS – XXL (53-64cm)
- Weight 1,415 (± 50 g) size M
- Exclusive for KTM by SHOEI
- AIM+ helmet shell
- Optimum safety and fitting due to four different shell sizes
- 3D cushion system
- Emergency quick release system (E.Q.R.S.) makes removing the helmet easy in an accident
- Effective ventilation system; Inlet vents on the top of the helmet, the forehead and chin. Six outlets at the back to extract exhaled air
- High-performance aerodynamics
- Double D-ring fastener
- Quick-change visor
- Sizes XS – XXL (53-64cm)
- Weight 1,510 g (±50 g) size M
- Exclusively for KTM by SHOEI