KTM 1290 SUPERDUKE R - Engine Tuning Features; Drive Mode Selection; Motorcycle Traction Control (MTC)

18 ENGINE TUNING 163
18.1 "Drive Mod"
L01437-10
Possible states
• SPORT – Homologated performance with very direct response; the traction control
allows greater slip on the rear wheel
• STREET – Homologated performance with balanced response; the traction control
allows normal slip on the rear wheel
• RAIN – Reduced homologated performance for better ridability; the traction control
allows normal slip on the rear wheel
Various vehicle tunings can be selected in the "Drive Mod" menu. You can choose from
"SPORT", "STREET", and "RAIN".
The drive mode selected last is displayed on the right in the segment display.
Info
The drive mode selection has no influence on the ABS.
18.2 Motorcycle traction control (MTC)
L01436-10
The motorcycle traction control (MTC) reduces the engine torque in case of loss of traction
in the rear wheel.
Info
When traction control is switched off, the rear wheel may spin during high accelera-
tion and on surfaces with low grip.
After the ignition is switched back on, traction control is enabled again.
Traction control is controlled via the "Drive Mod" ( p. 163) menu on the combination
instrument. Traction control can be switched off in the "MTC/ABS" menu.