KTM Unveils Limited-Run 1390 Super Duke RR With Lighter Build and Track-Focused Hardware

A more aggressive take on KTM’s flagship naked platform is on the way, with the company confirming a limited-production 1390 Super Duke RR for the 2026 model year. The motorcycle is set to reach European dealerships this spring, though its arrival in the United States remains uncertain for now.

The new RR variant builds on the current 1390 Super Duke platform, which already marked a step forward in outright performance. This latest iteration, however, leans further toward track-oriented intent, trimming weight and introducing higher-spec components across the chassis.

KTM says the bike makes extensive use of carbon fiber, contributing to a claimed wet weight of 417 pounds, notably lower than the 442 pounds listed for the standard Super Duke R. The company continues to calculate that figure without fuel.

Suspension sees one of the more significant changes. The RR replaces the APEX and semi-active systems found on other variants with a WP Pro Components setup. Up front, a closed cartridge fork offers manual adjustment for compression and rebound damping, paired with an internally pressurized reservoir designed to maintain consistent oil pressure. At the rear, a newly developed WP 8750 shock introduces a larger piston and rod, with full adjustability including high- and low-speed compression.

Braking hardware has also been upgraded. The motorcycle is fitted with Brembo HyPure four-piston monobloc calipers, which KTM claims reduce lever effort and travel compared to the units used on the standard model. These are matched with 320 mm front discs and a 240 mm rear setup, along with adjustable hand levers and self-venting lines aimed at simplifying maintenance.

The RR rides on forged seven-spoke wheels inspired by KTM’s RC16 MotoGP machine, each reportedly lighter than the cast wheels used on the base versions. Michelin Power GP tires come as standard equipment.

Despite the mechanical revisions elsewhere, the 1,350 cc LC8 V-twin engine remains unchanged, producing a claimed 190 horsepower and 107 lb-ft of torque. A titanium Akrapovič slip-on exhaust is included as standard, primarily for weight reduction and a sharper exhaust note.

Electronics are comprehensive, with KTM’s Tech Pack fitted as standard. This includes a bidirectional quickshifter, multiple rider aids, and selectable modes. A new Beast mode has been introduced for the RR, dialing back electronic intervention to its minimum allowable levels for street legality in European markets.

Production will be limited to 350 units globally. In the United Kingdom, pricing has been set at £24,999, placing it well above the standard Super Duke R and its EVO counterpart. While there is no confirmation of a U.S. launch, estimates suggest a potential price point in the high-$20,000 range if it reaches that market.

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For now, the 1390 Super Duke RR stands as a focused extension of KTM’s naked lineup, aimed at riders seeking a more uncompromising version of an already formidable machine.