Brabus luxury sports car brand joins forces with KTM to create superbike Brabus 1300 R Edition 23 – Back. In Black. Look at the result.
World-renowned luxury company Brabus took its first step in the world of motorcycles, joining forces with European motorcycle manufacturer KTM to co-create the newest 1300 R, a motorcycle based on the 1290 Super Duke RR. The new Brabus 1300 R Edition 23 “is luxurious design, Brabus typical attention to detail and ultra-limited exclusivity.” – From Brabus. The exceptional naked bike features innovative traction control, anti-wheelie functionality and selectable driving modes (comfort, street, sport, track, advanced, and auto) that adapt to any environment and mood. It is also combined with technical details that undoubtedly ensure extraordinary performance. Developed to merge the deeply rooted identities and design styles of BRABUS and KTM, the BRABUS 1300 R represents the best of both companies.
For those who do not know Brabus, it is a company based in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany dedicated to the tuning of high-performance cars for luxury brand cars such as Mercedes-Benz. “We create modern, individual luxury. With innovate technology, highest-quality materials, unwavering attention to detail and tasteful, dynamic aesthetics, we develop products with the signature BRABUS 1-Second-Wow’ factor that underline our customers’ personalities.” – From Brabus.
This new highly exclusive motorbike is available in two legacy colourways that have defined generations of Brabus supercars: “Superblack” and “Stealth Gray”. The Brabus 1300 R Edition ’23 features a striking bodywork, exposed-carbon side fairing, power domes as well as Brabus Signature Stripes in the air scoop, which accentuate the Edition 23s’ unique face.
It also features redesigned side panels, air-ducts, and dual-pipe slip-on exhaust for a massive sound. In addition, the luxury motorcycle also is equipped with the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo’s 1,301 cc V-Twin engine, which can produce 180 hp at 9,500 rpm and 140 Nm of torque at 8000 rpm. “This black and bold luxury naked bike was purpose-built to make a statement, while maintaining and enhancing the ‘badass2 1-Second-Wow design introduced by its predecessor in every detail.” – From Brabus.
Monoblock Z forged wheels are also implemented in the new Brabus 1300 R Edition 23, which at the same time, is ensured by manufacturing processes and a “Platinum Black” finish for maximum strength. Good news for motocycles enthusiasts: the Brabus 1300 R is also created with active WP suspension technology, which transforms this motorbike into “an agile corner chaser at the push of a button, featuring electronically controlled solenoid valves for variable damping.” The most incredible new features are a pillow seat cover, a heated seat, and more compact aluminium mirror arms.
PREMIUM TOUCHES
- BRABUS Sign of Excellence “1 of 145”.
- WP APEX Semi-active suspension including SUSPENSION PRO package.
- BRABUS CNC-machined triple clamp.
- BRABUS Monoblock Z lightweight 9-spoke “Platinum Black” forged wheels.
- Exclusive BRABUS Slip-On double-pipe exhaust.
- BRABUS CNC-machined front brake and clutch lever.
- BRABUS CNC-machined adjustable racing foot pegs system.
- BRABUS CNC-machined reservoirs and oil tank caps.
- BRABUS custom-made heated seat.
- BRABUS carbon fiber air ducts.
- BRABUS carbon fiber headlight mask.
- BRABUS carbon skid plate.
- BRABUS pillion seat cover.
According to the company, production will be limited to 145 units for each colour variation (priced at 42.500 euros), opening the door to an elite range of 290 Brabus Night Riders.
