At EICMA 2026, KTM revealed the 1390 Super Duke GT Evo, a new higher-spec variant of the standard 1390 Super Duke GT. The new model is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2027 globally.
- Powered by the 1,350cc V-twin engine, making 187hp and 145Nm
- Gets an AMT gearbox and new semi-active suspension from WP
- The 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen display features offline map navigation
KTM 1390 Super Duke GT Evo: What you need to know
The AMT allows manual shifting or fully automated operation
The 1390 Super Duke GT Evo gets KTM’s Automated Manual Transmission (AMT), which allows fully automated gear changes or manual gear selection. In automatic mode, this system eliminates the need to shift gears. At the same time, it gives you the option of manual control for a more immersive experience when required.
Powering the motorcycle is a 1,350cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine shared with the KTM 1390 Super Adventure S Evo, producing 187hp and 145 Nm of torque. This mill is housed in a steel trellis frame, paired with a single-sided swingarm. A major change from the Super Adventure S Evo’s 19/17-inch wheel configuration is the adoption of a 17-inch front and rear setup. The 1390 Super Duke GT Evo features lighter 17-inch wheels, which shed 1.2kg compared to the standard Super Duke GT and come wrapped in Michelin Power 6 tyres (120-section front, 190-section rear). Without fuel, the bike weighs at 213kg and has a seat height of 834mm.
The new semi-active 48mm WP Apex front fork utilises a patented thru-rod design that KTM says cuts down on weight and improves front-end feedback compared to the standard model. At the back, a linked-monoshock offers electronically adjustable damping alongside hydraulically controlled preload. The clutch and brake levers, gear shifter and rear brake pedal are all fully adjustable. Rounding out the upgrades are an adjustable windscreen, a repositionable handlebar, and redesigned rider and passenger seats, all geared toward maximising comfort on long-distance tours.
Braking duties are handled by four-piston Brembo Stylema monoblock calipers with dual 320mm discs at the front, and a two-piston floating caliper with a 240mm disc at the rear.
This motorcycle features an extensive electronics suite, including ride modes, traction control, a quickshifter and ABS. Additionally, an upgraded lighting package includes cornering lights, daytime running lights (DRLs) and a redesigned headlight that KTM claims offers enhanced near-field visibility. All of these features are controlled through a 8.8-inch TFT touchscreen, which supports full offline onboard map navigation as standard.
The 1390 Super Duke GT Evo will be available internationally from early 2027, although it may vary by market. KTM did sell the 1390 Super Duke R, 1290 Super Adventure S and other big bikes in India. Whether this bike will make its way to our shores is a question that only time will tell.
Stephen Raj Antony
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