KTM's 1390 Super Adventure R and S EVO to Arrive In US Shortly

• 2027 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO Review – First Ride

Be it isolated ice-clad tundras, heavily wooded forests, or dried-up riverbeds, the 2026 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R is ready to cross borders in search of new, uncharted ground.

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R sits at the top of the offroad Adventure food chain and obliterates all challengers. The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R provides off-grid Adventure motorcyclists with the ideal platform to travel beyond the beaten track.

For 2026, the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R features an all-new bodywork design, LED lighting, a shorter, more offroad-focused windshield, and more storage options. The 2026 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R sees an increase in frame stiffness, improving handling and track stability. A reworked engine guard – fitted as standard on the SUPER ADVENTURE R – has also been stiffened up to provide better protection thanks to an additional arm toward the engine bracket.

Unlike the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO, the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R is fitted with a more traditional suspension setup better suited to harder offroad use, with a 48 mm WP XPLOR split cartridge fork at the front and WP XPLOR Progressive Damping System (PDS) shock taking care of duties at the rear end. This system is the absolute leader for serious offroad-focused suspension performance.

Engine displacement is increased from 1,300 to 1,350 cc, producing increased horsepower and torque figures, with all-new CAMSHIFT technology providing improved rideability in the low rpm range. This makes for a smoother response when negotiating tight trails.

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 head, which drastically increases 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 faster, open roads.

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R also receives KTM’s new premium electronics package, with an all-new vertical-mounted dashboard. The 8” touchscreen features inductive technology, allowing easy operation, even when wearing thick winter or offroad gloves. The screen also features innovative Anti-reflex, anti-fingerprint, and anti-glare coating which improves overall readability, as well giving riders access to new RIDE MODES, built-in Navigation, and Connectivity features.

The new Navigation feature provides route planning, including Waypoints, A-to-B planning, offline routing, and preset POIs (home and work). The map navigation system is integrated in the motorcycle connectivity unit, which allows for map navigation to be used without the need for a cell phone. Connecting to your phone via Wi-Fi enables specific features, including online search, routing, live traffic, and more.  

The new 2026 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE R will be rolling off the Austrian production line in January 2026 and onto dealer floors in February. For more information, visit KTM.com.

Taking the accolade of being the most technologically advanced Adventure machine in the KTM wheelhouse, the 2027 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO doesn’t only move the goalpost – it simply obliterates the playing field.

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

Starting at the chassis the KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO boasts reworked frame stiffness, improving handling and track stability, with 8 mm lower and 10 mm wider footpeg positioning, which improves rider comfort with a wider knee angle.

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO is fitted with the latest generation WP Semi-Active Technology (SAT) suspension. Compared to the previous generation, the SAT has been tuned to be more precise with consistent damping behavior at higher frequencies. This was achieved using new PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) sensors and a new through-rod fork construction that combines design borrowed from Open Cartridge and Closed Cartridge suspension elements. 

Styling and ergonomics have also been updated for 2027, with new bodywork and seat design, an all-new LED headlight, new windshield, and storage compartment. However, the mechanical elements under the new skin provide the biggest updates over the previous generation, with the change in engine capacity being the most immediate highlight. 

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO boasts an increased engine displacement from 1,300 to 1,350 cc, producing increased horsepower and torque. This comes courtesy of reworked engine components and all-new CAMSHIFT technology, which provides improved rideability in low rpm range, higher peak performance, and low emissions and fuel consumption. At higher revs, the inlet cams shift sideways, opening the valves longer and higher to provide more fuel to the cylinder, unleashing maximum performance. In the lower rev range, the inlet cams dial back the valve timing and lift, optimizing rideability. This dual approach delivers a powerful boost in performance, whether you’re navigating city streets or tearing up fast roads.

This is mated 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. 

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. To learn more about KTM’S all-new AMT technology and the KTM ADVENTURE range, click HERE to read the digital press kit.

The KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO also receives KTM’s new premium touchscreen, portrait-mount V80 TFT dashboard. This brings an entirely new generation of premium electronic and electric architecture and rider usability to the fore. The 8” 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. 

Here, riders have access to all new RIDE MODES, and Connectivity features, including a new Navigation feature providing route planning, including Waypoints, A to B planning, offline routing, and preset POIs (home and work). The map navigation system is integrated in the motorcycle connectivity unit, which allows for map navigation to be used without the need for a cell phone. Connecting to your phone via Wi-Fi enables online search, routing, live traffic, and more.  

KTM’s latest Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) adds Brake Assistance, Collision Warning, and Distance Warning to its arsenal. The new 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 resume its motion with the push of a button – or a twist of the throttle.

All 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 optimization, improved truck detection, a higher maximum speed, and updated cancellation thresholds, with Dynamic, Street, and Group Ride functionality. 

The 2027 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO is a powerhouse in both performance and technological advancements, pushing the boundaries of Adventure motorcycling even further. 

The new 2027 KTM 1390 SUPER ADVENTURE S EVO will be rolling off the Austrian production line in February and will be available at authorized KTM dealers in March 2026. For more information, visit KTM.com.