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2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Specs, Recalls and Maintenance

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Specs

Engine

Displacement: 1301 cc
Cylinders: 2
Engine: Liquid-cooled DOHC LC8 V-twin
Power: 180 hp
Torque: 140 Nm
Transmission: 6-speed
Final Drive: Chain

Chassis

Wet Weight: 200 kg
Seat Height: 835 mm
Fuel Capacity: 16 L
Wheelbase: 1497 mm
Front Suspension: 48mm WP APEX inverted fork
Rear Suspension: WP APEX single shock
Front Brake: Dual 320mm discs, Brembo Stylema
Rear Brake: Single 240mm disc
Front Tire: 120/70-17
Rear Tire: 200/55-17

Factory figures (manufacturer published).

Recalls

Electrical System: Wiring22V900000 · 2022-12-06

Summary
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.

Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.

NHTSA Details
Electrical System: Wiring21V122000 · 2021-02-26

Summary
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.

Risk
An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the "tail end lower part" to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. KTM's number for this recall is TB2104.

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Recalls in Other Years

Maintenance

Oil Capacity: 3.6 L
Oil Grade: 10W-50
Chain: 525, 112 links
Valve Check: 18,600 mi
Spark Plug: NGK LMAR9AI-10
Front Tire Pressure: 36 psi
Rear Tire Pressure: 42 psi

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