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Let’s Trade Keys To A New KTM 1290 SUPER Adventure

Let’s Trade Keys To A New KTM 1290 SUPER Adventure or 1290 SUPER DUKE R.

Massive £2,000 trade-in bonus makes it even easier to be ready to race in 2023.

Riders looking to spring into the riding season on the most capable new machinery on the planet are now given the best incentive available. The latest KTM POWERDEAL sees KTM offering a huge £2,000 trade-in bonus when buying a new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S/R or a new KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R/EVO with the Let’s Trade Keys promotion.

Yes, you’ve read that right, turn up, trade-in, ride out on class-leading machinery. KTM Dealers are ready to offer you your £2,000 trade-in bonus when you part with your current machine – a Let’s Trade Keys bonus that could be put towards KTM POWERPARTS upgrades to treat your new machine, or yourself with some new KTM POWERWEAR.

Four awesome machines are available, so what are you waiting for? Let’s Trade Keys!

From the travel stable, there is the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S and R to choose from. The KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is simply the benchmark of big travel bikes. With 160 hp and 138 Nm, the v-twin motor is always a stellar performer – ably assisted by the most sophisticated electronics package on the planet – included Adaptive Cruise Control. Learn more about this incredible performer here.
Price before Let’s Trade Keys bonus – £16,599

If exploring all four corners of a country, continent or the entire planet are on the agenda, then you’re going to want the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R. Equipped with everything you need to tackle anything once the Tarmac ends, this machine is the ultimate performer when the going gets tough. Anything else is a compromise. Start your odyssey with this ultimate adventurer here.
Price before Let’s Trade Keys bonus – £17,299

It’s time to talk about The Beast. The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R sits at the top of the naked food chain, bossing group tests and making owners smile like no other bike on the planet. With a 180 hp output allied to an unbelievably capable chassis, it floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee. Packed with rider aids and technology to enhance every ride, no other bike releases adrenaline like the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R. Find out more here.
Price before Let’s Trade Keys bonus – £16,999

We lied. There is a bike that squeezes a soupçon more adrenaline than the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R – and that’s the mind-blowing KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO version. The addition of the uber intelligent Semi-Active Suspension system means that the EVO adapts to its environment in an instant. Calm and subtle one minute, then at the sniff of an apex it turns into a corner assassin thanks to sensors and software that react to the road. More on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO is available here.
Price before Let’s Trade Keys bonus – £18,499

What do you mean, you want more? Well, for those machines bought above with KTM Finance, an extra TWO years of warranty is being added on top of the standard two years. This KTM Finance offer is also available across the whole 1290 range – SUPER DUKE and SUPER ADVENTURE – and the offer also incorporates the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT (GT not available on the Let’s Trade Keys offer).

2023 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S PCP FINANCE EXAMPLE

Cash price £16,599.00
Trade-in bonus £2,000.00
Price (after trade in bonus) £14,599.00
Deposit £3,712.25
36 monthly payments £139.00
Amount of credit £10,886.75
Interest charges £2,874.75
Optional final payment (GFV) £8,757.50
Total amount payable £17,473.75
Annual mileage 4,000
Excess mileage charge 14.9p per mile
Representative APR 9.9% APR
Fixed rate of interest 5.09%
Duration of agreement 37 months

2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R PCP FINANCE EXAMPLE

Cash price £16,999.00
Trade-in bonus £2,000.00
Price (after trade in bonus) £14,999.00
Deposit £4,082.50
36 monthly payments £139.00
Amount of credit £10,916.50
Interest charges £2,885.00
Optional final payment (GFV) £8,797.50
Total amount payable £17,884.00
Annual mileage 4,000
Excess mileage charge 14.9p per mile
Representative APR 9.9% APR
Fixed rate of interest 5.09%
Duration of agreement 37 months

The Let’s Trade Keys offer is available while stocks last from participating KTM Dealers – and like every KTM, they’re going to go fast…

*LET’S TRADE KEYS bonus worth £2,000 from SRP list price (incl. VAT and registration fees) when you trade-in your used motorcycle. Only available under the condition of a trade-in (vehicle must be registered to the buyer for at least six months) and only with the purchase of a new KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S, KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE R, KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO. Campaign period 28th March until stock lasts and only at participating KTM dealerships. No cash payment possible. One-time offer per year per customer. All information with the proviso that mistakes, printing, setting and typing errors may occur.

Finance subject to status. Finance example is applicable at time of print and is subject to change. 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.

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2022 KTM 890 Duke R – The Super Scalpel Gets a Sharp New Look

The KTM 890 DUKE R slices into the new model year with the all-new Atlantic Blue base colour lifted directly from its big brother, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R.

Having been around since 2020, the KTM 890 DUKE R has proven itself to be the undisputed champion in the middleweight segment. Boasting an impressive 121 HP and 99 Nm of torque, it represents as a serious option for race-centric riders looking for agility, punch, and poise.

The KTM 890 DUKE R is dubbed THE SUPER SCALPEL on account of its lightning-fast steering geometry. Thanks to the load-bearing design of its tubular steel chassis and adjustable WP APEX suspension, it remains a no-compromise middleweight naked bike, equally at home on twisty mountain passes as it is on the racetrack, delivering more power, more torque, and more intense asphalt-carving agility than any other parallel twin in the segment.

While its forward momentum and agility are exemplary, the KTM 890 DUKE R also excels when slowing down. Front monoblock Brembo Stylema calipers grabbing meaty 320 mm discs on the front, along with an adjustable Brembo MCS master cylinder, mean that THE SUPER SCALPEL stops as quickly and precisely as it attacks apexes. A set of sticky Michelin Power Cup 2 tyres provides reliable grip on all asphalt surfaces in all weather conditions.

In terms of electronic wizardry, the KTM 890 DUKE R makes use of Cornering ABS and Cornering MTC (motorcycle traction control) with a 6D lean angle sensor that not only detects the side-to-side (roll) and forwards and backward (pitch) movements of the bike, but also the rotation of the bike on its vertical axis (yaw). This translates into comprehensive traction control management, accomplished by the use of a wheel slip control sensor and a pitch angle control sensor.

A selection of ride modes—namely RAIN, STREET, SPORT, and optional TRACK mode—ensure full rider customisation, nine levels of adjustable traction control slip, anti-wheelie on/off, and the additional throttle control setting.

The biggest difference is obvious: the KTM 890 DUKE R now features a premium hue of matt paint. Called ‘Atlantic Blue’, the color is reminiscent of the palate used on the KTM RC16 GP racer and recently the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R, adding to THE SUPER SCALPEL’s READY TO RACE demeanor. Typical of all KTM ‘R’ models, the signature orange frame continues to provide the perfect contrast of colors while strengthening the READY TO RACE presence.

With its new look to match its performance and character, the KTM 890 DUKE R once again promises to be a track-ready machine you’ll want to ride every day.

As always, a full range of specially created KTM PowerParts has been developed to personalize and further intensify your ride. A range of KTM PowerWear ensures the rider gets the most out of themself and boosts their READY TO RACE performance.

The 2022 KTM 890 DUKE R will arrive on authorized KTM dealer floors from February 2022 onwards. For more information, visit ktm.com.

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2022 KTM 1290 Super Duke R and 1290 Super Duke R Evo

2022 KTM 1290 Super Duke R and KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo – The Beast, Evolved.

The ever-popular KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R roars into 2022 with a new brace of colorways and brings second generation WP APEX semi-active suspension along for the ride with a new EVO derivative.

KTM’s flagship street motorcycle underwent its most radical re-invention in 2020, boasting a number of tweaks and engineering improvements. The 2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R underwent dramatic weight savings with a reworked LC8 engine. The electronics package has also been updated, making THE BEAST one of the most technologically advanced naked motorcycles in the segment.

For the model year 2022, KTM has launched a new incarnation of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R that delivers exactly what riders asked for.

Dubbed the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO and drawing on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R’s already legendary status among riders, the EVO brings more tech to the fore, adding 2nd generation WP APEX semi-active suspension from WP.

With new Semi-Active Technology (SAT), the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO retains its class-leading hyper-naked ferocity but gains an even wider range of usability. This allows THE BEAST to go from a comfortable rocket on poor road surfaces to a hardened track-ready apex-splitting weapon – at a simple click of a switch.

Three different damping modes – COMFORT, STREET, SPORT – are available as standard.

In addition, the spring preload of the rear suspension can be set via the TFT menu to up to 20 mm in 10 steps, depending on the requirements of the rider. In this case, the adjustability setting ranges from 0 per cent to 100 per cent , in 10 per cent or 2mm increments.

In addition to the standard suspension settings, the optional SUSPENSION PRO package offers three more damping modes, namely TRACK, ADVANCED, and AUTO.

– TRACK provides the stiffest available setting developed internally by KTM test riders to provide the ideal setting for track days and specifically for faster race tracks where you need additional support under hard braking.
– ADVANCED allows the rider to select the level of damping for the fork and shock on a scale from 1 to 8. This suits more technical riders who are looking for the smallest marginal gains and want to fine-tune and tailor their suspension settings for their riding styles.
– AUTO is the most intelligent of the trio and is capable of detecting different riding styles and automatically adapting the suspension damping, being softer and more comfortable when cruising through the city, and harder and more focused when riding aggressively on a fast mountain pass. This auto adjustment between modes happens almost instantly without any interference in the ride.

SUSPENSION PRO also offers three automatic preload auto-leveling settings – LOW, STANDARD, and HIGH. In this instance, the suspension is able to adjust the preload automatically in accordance with the weight of the rider and recreate three defined geometries:
– AUTO-STANDARD: neutral and balanced geometry.
– AUTO-LOW: relaxed, less aggressive, more comfortable geometry, with a lower seat height.
– AUTO-HIGH: aggressive, agile track attack geometry, with a more loaded front end.

Another optional feature on SUSPENSION PRO is an anti-diving setting that keeps the front-end high under hard braking. As with most electronic functions, it can of course be switched off if desired.

The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R and KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO continue to feature the RAIN, STREET, SPORT, and optional TRACK and PERFORMANCE ride modes, affording riders improved feedback about what the engine is doing, with less intrusive traction control and anti-wheelie mitigation. Selecting any of the above settings can be performed on the fly.

Throttle response is given a further boost with the addition of a new quick-turn throttle twist grip, reduced by 7 degrees to 65 degrees. KTM R&D developed this solution not only to offer a faster and more responsive throttle, but also to reduce the rider wrist angle as well as the elbow drop at full throttle.

In terms of looks, the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R and KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO retain an aggressive street presence but introduce two new colorways. A familiar blue and orange livery is flanked by an all-new silver and orange, which complement the aggressive and hard-hitting appeal of the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R. The signature KTM orange frame – reserved only for KTM ‘R’ models – and hot orange wheels give a visible warning to competitors: this BEAST is ready to attack.

A full range of specially created KTM PowerParts has been developed to personalize and further intensify your ride. A dedicated range of KTM PowerWear ensures the rider can give everything they’ve got and boosts their READY TO RACE performance.

The 2022 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R and KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R EVO will arrive on authorized KTM dealer floors from January 2022 onwards. For more information, visit ktm.com.

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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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KTM Reveal Triple Model Threat at EICMA 2019

KTM revealed their latest innovations on the first day of the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy. The company unveiled three brand new models – the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R, the KTM 890 DUKE R, and the KTM 390 ADVENTURE – as well as displaying their full range of motorcycles for 2020. Pride of place was reserved for KTM’s outstanding achievements in the world of racing with the KTM 450 RALLY, the KTM 250 SX-F, the KTM 300 EXC TPI and the KTM RC16 (MotoGP™) prominent.

The KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R has been ‘re-Beasted’. KTM’s flagship bike has won rave reviews by catering for the preferences and skills of a vast range of motorcyclists and has undergone its most radical re-invention yet for 2020. A completely new chassis, styling and electronics mean the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R has trimmed weight across the board, while a reworked LC8 engine has unleashed even more power.

KTM have increased their potency in the midweight segment with the new KTM 890 DUKE R. Foregoing some of the excellent daily capabilities of its younger brother, the KTM 790 DUKE, the KTM 890 DUKE R is a sportier and edgier naked bike for hard riding. More power and more torque come from the new engine, which has been teamed with racier ergonomics, better brakes and fully adjustable WP APEX suspension. The KTM 890 DUKE R is ideal for the motorcyclist wanting a more extreme experience or searching for bigger thrills and flickability compared to a larger capacity model.

The new KTM 390 ADVENTURE has harnessed the attributes and DNA from the popular and highly rated KTM 790 ADVENTURE, as well as the development information learnt from nearly two decades of Dakar Rally success. An agile and ideal entry model for riders keen to discover the Adventure sensation, this motorcycle offers added versatility for touring and light offroading. Using elements of the KTM 390 DUKE as a base, the KTM 390 ADVENTURE offers proximity to the feeling and performance found at the root of the all-conquering KTM 450 RALLY but with crucial A2 license compatibility and current Euro emissions standards as part of the package.

KTM welcomes a ninth consecutive year of growth and another sales record in 2019 while continuing to pursue an even greater global market share and further consolidation as Europe’s leading manufacturer. KTM will also be seeking to build on the strengths of their dealer network and international strategic partnerships.

After a grand opening this summer, the work, innovation and history of the brand is now fabulously displayed in a visual and interactive manner at KTM’s new Motohall, located in Mattighofen. Mr. Trunkenpolz, together with KTM Motorsport Director Pit Beirer, also took time to reference the impact and importance of MotoGP™ and the firm’s presence at the elite level of racing as the conclusion of a third season in Grand Prix draws near.

There was considerable interest in a number of other motorcycles, especially the new KTM SX-E 5; an adjustable and versatile junior electric bike that has the potential to introduce a vast fresh generation to the buzz of riding.

In what is now customary fashion, KTM celebrated their competitive triumphs for the year. The Red Bull KTM Factory Racing Team earned their 18th Dakar success as well as the FIM Cross Country Rallies World Championship with two different riders. The KTM 450 SX-F was the basis for Cooper Webb’s rookie AMA 450SX Championship win and victories for Tony Cairoli, Jeffrey Herlings, and Glenn Coldenhoff in MXGP. Spanish sensation Jorge Prado used the KTM 250 SX-F to accumulate a record amount of Grand Prix holeshots and won his second consecutive MX2 title. KTM recently launched the KTM 450 SX-F CAIROLI and KTM 250 SX-F PRADO limited editions in recognition of their feats.

Back on the slicks, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing made fantastic progress in MotoGP™ with four bikes on the premier class grid, two front row starts and a slew of top ten results from the 19 rounds of a season that is still delivering thrills. Moto2™ and Moto3™ victories were acknowledged and celebrated.

KTM announced that the fourth instalment of the unique European KTM ADVENTURE RALLY will take place in Greece in June 2020. A KTM ADVENTURE RALLY is the company’s scheme for Adventure riders who want to fully embrace the KTM READY TO RACE spirit and share offroad experiences in incredible surroundings to form unforgettable memories with likeminded motorcyclists, including KTM Ambassadors and factory riders.

KTM look to 2020 with great optimism. The surge of almost 10 years of expansion shows no signs of slowing as the company evolves their R&D activities and output for both STREET and OFFROAD markets, fueled by their racing endeavors. They will look to further consolidate their position as the continent’s #1 manufacturer while also exploring other areas of global growth.

For more news about the KTM 2020 model range please visit www.ktm.com or your nearest authorised KTM dealer.