190 hp / 139.7 kW
Power
145 Nm
Torque
212.5 kg
Weight
1,350 ccm
Displacement
The 2027 KTM 1390 Super Duke R remains the hyper-naked with 190 hp and 145 Nm from its 1350cc LC8 V-twin. For 2027 THE BEAST gains an 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen with offline navigation, new switchgear and Brembo HyPure calipers, plus two new colours. Engine and WP APEX suspension carry over unchanged.
Model Details
| Markets Available | Europe, worldwide |
| Changes | New 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen with offline navigation, new handlebar switchgear, Brembo HyPure Sport monobloc calipers, two new colours (black with black frame, orange); engine and chassis unchanged |
Model Info
| Vehicle Type | street |
| Target Audience | Experienced sport riders looking for a powerful hyper-naked for road and track |
| Changes vs. Predecessor | 195,576 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type | V-twin (LC8), 75° cylinder angle, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder, twin spark |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,350 ccm |
| Bore x Stroke | 110 x 71 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13,2:1 |
| Power | 190 hp |
| Power (kW) | 139.7 kW |
| Power at RPM | 10,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm |
| Torque at RPM | 8,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Keihin EMS with ride-by-wire and cruise control, twin spark |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling with water/oil heat exchanger |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5+ |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Chain (525 X-ring) |
| Clutch | PASC slipper clutch |
Performance
| Power-to-Weight | 0.9 hp/kg |
| CO\u2082 Emissions | 139 g/km |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Chromoly steel trellis frame, powder-coated, engine as stressed member; die-cast aluminium/composite subframe |
| Front Fork | USD fork (WP APEX open cartridge) |
| Fork Brand | WP |
| Fork Diameter | 48 mm |
| Front Travel | 125 mm |
| Front Suspension Adj. | Compression and rebound adjustable |
| Rear Shock | Linkage shock (WP APEX) |
| Shock Brand | WP |
| Rear Travel | 140 mm |
| Rear Suspension Adj. | Tool-free preload, rebound, high/low-speed compression |
| Electronic Suspension | No |
Brakes
| Front Disc Count | 2 |
| Front Disc Size | 320 mm |
| Front Caliper | Brembo HyPure Sport monobloc 4-piston radial, Brembo MCS radial master cylinder |
| Front Brake Brand | Brembo |
| Rear Disc Size | 240 mm |
| Rear Caliper | Brembo 2-piston fixed caliper |
| ABS | Yes |
| ABS Type | Cornering ABS |
| IMU | Yes |
| IMU Type | 6-axis |
Dimensions & Weight
| Seat Height | 834 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,491 mm |
| Rake | 24.7 ° |
| Trail | 101 mm |
| Wet Weight | 212.5 kg |
| Dry Weight | 199 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 L |
| Ground Clearance | 149 mm |
Tires & Wheels
| Front Tire | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire | 200/55 ZR17 |
| Front Wheel | 3.50 x 17 in, cast aluminium |
| Rear Wheel | 6.00 x 17 in, cast aluminium |
| Spoke Wheels | No |
Electronics & Rider Aids
| Riding Modes | Yes |
| Mode Count | 4 |
| Mode Names | Street, Sport, Rain, configurable mode; Track and two additional custom modes optional (Track Pack) |
| Custom Modes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| TC IMU-based | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional (Quickshifter+, Tech Pack) |
| QS Direction | Up & Down |
Display & Connectivity
| Display | 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen |
| Display Size | 8.8 " |
| Navigation | Yes (offline map navigation) |
Lighting
| Headlight | LED, adaptive daytime running light, coming-home function |
| DRL | Yes |
Price & Availability
| Market Launch | Model year 2027 (date not yet announced) |
| Colors | Black with black frame, orange |
| A2 Compatible | No |
| Market Note | 2027 model-year update: new 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen with offline map navigation, new handlebar switchgear, Brembo HyPure Sport monobloc calipers and two new colours. Engine (190 hp, 145 Nm) and chassis unchanged. KTM quotes 199 kg without fuel and 212.5 kg fully fuelled. Launch control, 5-level anti-wheelie, Track mode, MSR, Quickshifter+ and engine brake control are available at extra cost via the Track Pack and Tech Pack. Price not yet announced. |
| Confirmation Source | KTM model page and 2027 technical specifications (ktm.com), KTM preview for EICMA 2026 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- 190 hp and 145 Nm from the LC8 V-twin, just 199 kg without fuel, new 8.8-inch touchscreen with offline navigation, Brembo HyPure monobloc brakes, fully adjustable WP APEX suspension, cruise control as standard
Weaknesses
- Launch control, Quickshifter+ and other track functions cost extra, no semi-active suspension (EVO only), small 17.5-litre tank, price not yet announced
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