- By Divanshi Sharma
- Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:40 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Brabus, renowned for its Mercedes-Benz customizations, has now stepped into the world of motorcycles with the newly launched KTM 1300 R Masterpiece Edition. This Brabus modified bike is built upon the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo platform and will be available in Onyx Black and Diamond White colours.
The 1300 R Masterpiece Edition comes with a set of exclusive accessories that include a specially designed indoor cover and a floor mat designed in the Brabus 1300 R style. The keys for each bike are presented in a carbon box that features the Brabus emblem.
Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition - Design
The 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is distinguishable from the standard 1290 Super Duke because of its sleek and edgy design. The muscular tank, carbon fibre side fairing with larger winglets, round LED headlamp, and heated leather seat are standout features of the bike. The bike features unique gold-finished rims and a Brabus sport exhaust system along with various carbon fibre body panels. It also gets custom-made wheels and tyres with 17-inch Brabus Monoblock Gold Platinum wheels designed using CNC technology. These wheels are paired with a front 120/70 tyre and a rear 200/55 tyre.
Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition - Engine
KTM 1300 R Masterpiece Edition derives its power from the same 1301 cc V-twin engine found in the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo that generates a power output of 178 bhp and 140 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 3.2 seconds and reach a top speed of 270 km/h. The motorcycle offers five distinct riding modes: Street, Sport, Rain, Performance, and Track, providing a thrilling riding experience.
Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition - Hardware
Underneath all this glamour, this motorcycle is built on a trellis frame and is equipped with WP semi-active suspension on both ends. The suspension offers flexibility with Auto mode as it automatically adjusts to different road conditions. Manual mode allows riders to fine-tune suspension settings. The bike stands tall with a seat height of 845 mm and features a 16-litre fuel tank. Brembo Stylema 4-piston front discs and a 2-piston setup at the rear take care of the braking. The bike features six damping modes: Rain, Street, Sport, Performance, Track, and Advanced.