2025 1390 Super Adventure S announced * Motorcycles R Us

Bigger gets better! KTM unveil both the road-focussed 1390 Super Adventure S and upper-spec 1390 Super Adventure S EVO, replacing the 1290 Super Adventure S, bringing even more adventure to the streets.

INTRODUCING THE 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S

The ‘S’ has always denoted a street orientation on KTM’s ADVENTURE range. For 2025, this is no different, with the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S providing Adventure motorcyclists with a flurry of all-new technological and mechanical advancements.

Compared to the range-topping KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO (see below), the S proudly boasts a traditional clutch and manual gearbox aimed at riders looking for a more “hands-on” approach, with the 5th-generation Front Radar available as an optional extra.

For 2025, styling and ergonomics are updated with all-new bodywork design, all-new LED headlight, windshield, and larger storage compartment. The 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S frame sees an increase in stiffness, improving handling and track stability, with 8mm lower and 10mm wider footpeg positioning, which improves rider comfort.

Like the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO (below), the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S is fitted with WP’s latest Semi-Active Technology. Tuned to be more precise with consistent damping behavior at higher frequencies, the SAT uses new Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) sensors and a new through-rod fork construction to achieve refined handling dynamics.

Engine displacement is increased from 1,300 to 1,350 cc, producing 127kW @ 9,500 rpm and 145 Nm @ 8,000 rpm, with reworked engine components, and all-new CAMSHIFT technology providing improved rideability in low rpm range, higher peak performance, low emissions, and improved fuel consumption.

The innovative CAMSHIFT technology provides variable-valve timing with two individual cam profiles. At higher revs, the inlet cams shift sideways, opening the valves longer and higher for more gas flow into the cylinder for higher performance, while in the lower rev range, the inlet cams have a reduced valve timing and lift. This results in a noticeable increase in rideability in both normal road conditions around town and high-performance use on fast roads.

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S also receives KTM’s new premium electronics package, with an all-new V80 portrait-mount touchscreen, TFT dashboard leading the way. The V80 Touchscreen features inductive technology, allowing easy operation even when wearing thick winter gloves, while an innovative anti-reflex, anti-fingerprint and anti-glare coating improves overall readability.

Read more about the new generation KTM TFT screens here on KTM's website.

Here, riders have access to all new RIDE MODES, connectivity features, and KTM’s optional Adaptive Cruise Control upgrade, which adds Brake Assistance, Collision Warning, and Distance Warning to its arsenal.

The 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S is engineered for the street, with exceptional offroad capability should the road end, providing riders with all the technology, power, and handling dynamics for any cross-border Adventure.

SPEC UP TO THE NEW 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO sits at the top of the KTM SUPER ADVENTURE line-up, bringing all-new technological and mechanical advancements to the adventure-motorcycling realm.

Welcome to an all-new Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) – a first for KTM and exclusive to the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO. First seen as a prototype in the hands of Johnny Aubert on the formidable Iron Road Prologue at the Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, the AMT is one of the most innovative engine developments made by KTM in recent years.

Watch that video of Johnny at the Erzbergrodeo below, followed by the product videos.

Learn about the AMT in the video below.

The AMT allows the rider to choose between a traditional manual shifting, by way of the foot lever or bar-mounted paddles, or a completely twist-and-go automated transmission, while retaining a full READY TO RACE attitude.

Read more about the new KTM AMT here on KTM's website.

The new Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system, combined with AMT, features ACC Stop & Go. When activated, this system will bring the motorcycle to a complete stop if the vehicle ahead comes to a hold. Once the vehicle moves, the motorcycle will automatically resume its motion.

The above comes courtesy of a more compact, 5th-generation front radar sensor made by Bosch, and fitted as standard on the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO. This features performance optimisation, improved truck detection, a higher maximum speed, and updated cancellation thresholds, with Dynamic, Street, and Group Ride functionality.

The 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO is a powerhouse in both performance and technological advancements, pushing the boundaries of adventure motorcycling even further.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

8.8" TFT portrait display with intelligent UI design, optical bonding, anti-glare, anti-fingerprint and anti-reflex.
Optional advanced front radar
Ride Modes with Rain, Street, Sport, Offroad and Custom settings, plus optional Rally mode
KTM Race On keyless-go system with Anti-Relay Attack (ARA) system.
Semi-Active Suspension Technology with Comfort, Street, Sport and Rain settings and optional Suspension Pro via a software upgrade
Increased engine size to 1,350cc with a valve check required at 60,000kms and meeting Euro5+ standards
New Camshift technology with two profiles for the variable valve timing
Alloy wheels with new Dunlop Meridian tyres with ice-ax tread for increased traction on unpaved roads and better water drainage
Tyre sizes 120/70 R19 front, 170/60 R17 rear
New Brembo front master cylinders
New adjustable windshield, with up to 70mm of adjustment, and now quieter with design completed in a wind tunnel
All-new LED headlight, with fresh signature and new LED lights lighting up corners during bends with a broad light throw
Multi-touch-point adjustability, like brake/clutch levers, shift lever, handlebar position, seat, windshield - all to suit our different shaped bodies and preferences
New more efficient radiator fans now with wings match the improved thermal conductivity on the valve sesats and alloys, keeping hot air away from rider's knees
Footpegs are now 8mm lower resulting in a wider knee angle, and moved forward by 10mm for better contact feel when standing
Newly designed handguards with improved stiffness and protection
Standard tech like Traction Control, Cornering ABS with custom modes, KTM Connect via smartphone app, Ride Modes, Tyre Pressure Monitoring, Keyless Ignition/Start and Cruise Control
Optional tech like Rally Mode, Front Radar, Quickshifter+, Suspension Pro and Hill Hold Control
V-Twin 75° 1,350cc motor with Euro 5+ emission standard
127kW (173hp) @ 9,500rpm
145Nm @ 8,000rpm
Bore x stroke 110mm x 71mm
Compression ratio 13:1
6 speed transmission (manual) or 6 speed (auto) transmission with P – N – 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 layout for the EVO
Keihin EFI
Ø 54 mm throttle body
40:76 primary drive
17:42 final chain drive
Liquid cooled with water and oil heat exchanger
Manual transmission with slipper clutch, hydraulically operated
Keihin EMS with ride-by-wire (RbW), double ignition
Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel powder coated trellis frame
Aluminium powder coated subframe
Aluminium tapered, Ø 28/22 mm handlebars
WP Semi-Active Technology (SAT) upside-down Ø 48 mm front suspension
WP Semi-Active Technology (SAT) shock absorber
Suspension travel front/rear 200mm
Front Brembo 4-piston radially mounted calipers on 2x Ø 320mm discs
Rear Brembo 2-piston fixed caliper mounted on a Ø 267 mm disc
Cast aluminium wheels, front 19" x 3.5", rear 17" x 5"
Wheelbase 1,588mm give or take 15mm under motion
223mm ground clearance
847mm/867mm seat height (adjustable)
23 litre approximate fuel capacity
227kg wet weight no fuel