Tweet
World's most powerful Single improves itself: 2016 KTM Duke 690 & 690R revealed.
2016 KTM Duke 690 & 690R revealed.
Both the Duke 690 and 690 R are motivated by a 690cc single-cylinder motor. For 2016, the engine gains a new cylinder head, as well as upgraded intake and exhaust systems. The list of novelties also targets the piston, piston ring, connecting rod, as well as the crankshaft, while twin spark plugs with individual mapping complete the technical scenery.
This allows the engine to climb 1,000 rpm higher, but performance was not the only target here. Refinement was also on the agenda, so the unit gets a balancer shaftEuro IV compliant.
The 2016 Duke comes with three ride modes, Sport, Street and Rain, selectable by the updated left handlebar switch gear. A Bosch 9M+ switchable ABS will be standard but traction control will be an optional add-on. Electronic settings will be indicated on a new TFT display, the first for a KTM.
KTM has also targeted the rest of the Duke, working on the steering geometry to offer better stability and more precise cornering.
The Duke R now comes with an Akrapovic exhaust system, and together with the new graphics and LED blinkers, this is one of the few visual changes for 2016. Completing the tech package of the R is a fully adjustable WP suspension, along with a Brembo monoblock front caliper.
In terms of the electronics, the R receives all the features mentioned above, as well as a Supermoto riding mode.
--
Sources: EICMA 2015: KTM Duke 690, 690R Get More Power, Extra Goodies for 2016
KTM 690 Duke To Get Upgrades for 2016 - Asphalt & Rubber
Image Source: Motoroids.
--
NOTE: It is rumored that the Duke 690 will weigh around 150-155 kgs wet weight, with 11 litres fuel tank. But this can't be confirmed, because the press only recently gained info about the Duke 690's 2016 model..
Both the Duke 690 and 690 R are motivated by a 690cc single-cylinder motor. For 2016, the engine gains a new cylinder head, as well as upgraded intake and exhaust systems. The list of novelties also targets the piston, piston ring, connecting rod, as well as the crankshaft, while twin spark plugs with individual mapping complete the technical scenery.
This allows the engine to climb 1,000 rpm higher, but performance was not the only target here. Refinement was also on the agenda, so the unit gets a balancer shaftEuro IV compliant.
The 2016 Duke comes with three ride modes, Sport, Street and Rain, selectable by the updated left handlebar switch gear. A Bosch 9M+ switchable ABS will be standard but traction control will be an optional add-on. Electronic settings will be indicated on a new TFT display, the first for a KTM.
KTM has also targeted the rest of the Duke, working on the steering geometry to offer better stability and more precise cornering.
The Duke R now comes with an Akrapovic exhaust system, and together with the new graphics and LED blinkers, this is one of the few visual changes for 2016. Completing the tech package of the R is a fully adjustable WP suspension, along with a Brembo monoblock front caliper.
In terms of the electronics, the R receives all the features mentioned above, as well as a Supermoto riding mode.
--
Sources: EICMA 2015: KTM Duke 690, 690R Get More Power, Extra Goodies for 2016
KTM 690 Duke To Get Upgrades for 2016 - Asphalt & Rubber
Image Source: Motoroids.
--
NOTE: It is rumored that the Duke 690 will weigh around 150-155 kgs wet weight, with 11 litres fuel tank. But this can't be confirmed, because the press only recently gained info about the Duke 690's 2016 model..
I can list 5 negatives in your (any) dream motorcycle, but that would make me negative instead.
Comment