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Brabus 1300 R

Renowned automotive tuner Brabus and KTM made waves in the motorcycle world by jointly announcing the launch of their highly anticipated and incredibly exclusive creation: the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition.

  • The release marks the grand finale of their trilogy of collaborative endeavors, following the successful launches of the Brabus 1300 R and Brabus 1300 R Edition 23.
  • The Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is truly a collector’s dream, as only 50 of these exceptional motorcycles will ever be produced and made available to enthusiasts worldwide.

The production split includes 25 units in the striking Onyx Black colorway and an additional 25 units in the elegant Diamond White. These limited-edition motorcycles boast captivating accents finished in what Brabus aptly dubs “Frozen Gold” and feature an even more extensive array of special Brabus carbon fiber bodywork.

All three collaborations between Brabus and KTM have been centered around the formidable KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo as their base. The initial release, the Brabus 1300 R, was launched in February 2022 and comprised a total of 154 bikes, offered in two distinct colors.

Astonishingly, this initial release sold out within mere minutes. Following that success, the Brabus 1300 R Edition 23 came into existence, featuring 290 bikes, and, like its predecessor, it sold out almost instantly.

The heart of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition beats to the rhythm of the KTM LC8 V-twin engine, which generates an impressive 180hp @ 9,500 rpm and 140Nm @ 8,000 rpm.

While Brabus exercised its creative freedom in many aspects of this masterpiece, the suspension duties are performed by a WP Apex semi-active suspension system, offering both automatic and manually adjustable modes. \

The braking system consists of a pair of Brembo Stylema 4-piston calipers up front paired with a 320mm floating disc, complemented by a Brembo 2-piston caliper and a single 240mm disc in the rear.

Standard features include multiple ride modes, a quick-shifter, cornering, and supermoto ABS, and an adaptive brake light.

The design of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is a testament to its exclusivity, featuring a distinctive Brabus LED headlight, side fairings adorned with MotoGP-inspired winglets, a front spoiler, and a solo seat with an integrated license plate bracket.

The wheels are the unique Brabus Monoblock Z “Gold Platinum” forged alloy units, crafted exclusively for this motorcycle. Additional Brabus-crafted details encompass a CNC triple clamp, adjustable CNC brake and clutch levers, CNC aluminum brake and clutch reservoir caps, adjustable CNC foot pegs, bar end mirrors, and a slip-on dual exhaust system adorned with Frozen Gold accent rings.

The seat itself is a work of art, featuring an exclusive Brabus leather quilted “Diamond Rising” pattern. A special Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece badge on the seat pad adds an extra layer of exclusivity.

Buyers of the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition will also receive a tailor-made Brabus indoor motorcycle cover, floor mat, and a carbon key box, emphasizing the bespoke nature of this motorcycle.

The Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is priced at EUR41,930 (RM207k).

A few days ago, German-tuning house Brabus launched the company’s first-ever motorcycle build, the Brabus 1300 R, in partnership with KTM.

Brabus took the KTM 1290 Super Duke EVO and injected the firm’s DNA by upgrading every panel of the motorcycle with bespoke components.

 

While it may come with a hefty price, GBP34,549 (RM195k) to be exact, as it turns out, Brabus managed to sell all 154 units in less than two minutes!

Don’t worry if you missed out because there is a waiting list you can sign up for if you are hoping to get a second chance at the 1300 R.

The Brabus 1300 R is also clad with carbon fibre components, including the headlight shroud, tail and fuel tank.

Nevertheless, the Brabus 1300 R continue to get power to the rear wheel via the same 1,301cc V-Twin engine that makes 180hp and 140Nm.

Other features brought forward from the KTM include the PASC slipper clutch and PANKL transmission.

Other significant changes include a black paint job, a thicker saddle with heated seat function, and fully-adjustable hand levers.

Brabus also retains the same electronic package from the EVO, which includes:

  • five riding modes
  • throttle control
  • traction control
  • stabilitty control
  • motor slip regulation
  • anti-wheelie function
  • quickshifter
  • cruise control
  • ABS and Supermoto ABS

Beberapa portal dilihat rancak menyiarkan khabar berita mengenai kerjasama antara Brabus dan KTM yang mungkin menggunakan Super Duke sebagai asas kepada model gandingan baharu mereka.

Spekulasi turut berlegar di ruang internet baru-baru ini setelah dikatakan terdapat beberapa ujian yang berlangsung antara kedua-dua pihak.

Namun, misteri akhirnya terungkai apabila laman web rasmi KTM sendiri yang mendedahkan bahawa model itu sebenarnya adalah Brabus 1300 R.

Model gabungan Brabus dan KTM itu sepatutnya dilancarkan pada 11 Februari lalu, KTM tanpa sengaja mendedahkannya semalam sebelum posting tersebut ditarik semula.

Carian Google masih lagi menemukan gambar tersebut walaupun model Brabus 1300 R itu tidak lagi dipaparkan di laman web rasmi KTM.

Berdasarkan gambar yang didedahkan, karakter agresif 1290 Super Duke masih menerima sentuhan rekabentuk unik Brabus.

Dari sudut spefisikasi pula, tidak ada sebarang perkongsian yang dibuat dan harga jualan Brabus 1300 R itu juga masih dirahsiakan.

Apa yang diketahui, motosikal pertama daripada Brabus itu adalah berdasarkan platform 1290 Super Duke Evo.

Umum berpendapat, Brabus 1300 R akan dilengkapi fork WP Apex dan ‘electronic adjustable monoshock’, dijana bersama enjin V-Twin Super Duke 1,301cc berkuasa 180hp.

Model itu dijangka berkongsi banyak komponen KTM. Perbezaan paling ketara adalah pada lampu utama dan ventilator angin di bahagian hadapan.

Brabus 1300 R juga sarat dengan kemasan carbon fiber dan material ringan untuk tangki minyak, kaliper brek, ventilator, ‘footpegs’ dan ‘adjustable lever’.

Laporan awal mendedahkan hanya 77 unit Brabus 1300 R dibina sempena menyambut ulang tahun firma itu ditubuhkan iaitu pada 1977.

Warna yang dipamerkan adalah Magma Red (merah) dan Signature Black (hitam).

German tuning house, Brabus, is set to unleash the company first motorcycle based on the KTM 1290 Super Duke EVO.

Brabus dropped a teaser on the company website, announcing that the 2022 1300 R is due for an official launch on February 11.

However, before the official unveiling, the bike made a brief appearance on KTM’s official website before they were taken down.

Despite the swift action, a Canadian publication, Motorcycle.com, managed to get their hands on the official photos.

According to reports, the Brabus gave the 1300 R a number of bespoke components, including nine-spoke forged wheels and new carbon fibre air intakes.

Significant changes have also been made to the front headlamp, which now features a circular headlight compared to the KTM.

The Brabus 1300 R is also clad with carbon fibre components, including the headlight shroud, tail and fuel tank.

Nevertheless, the Brabus 1300 R continue to get power to the rear wheel via the same 1,301cc V-Twin engine that makes 180hp and 140Nm.

Other features brought forward from the KTM include the PASC slipper clutch and PANKL transmission.

Other significant changes include a black paint job, a thicker saddle with heated seat function, and fully-adjustable hand levers.

Brabus also retains the same electronic package from the EVO, which includes:

  • five riding modes
  • throttle control
  • traction control
  • stability control
  • motor slip regulation
  • anti-wheelie function
  • quickshifter
  • cruise control
  • ABS and Supermoto ABS

The 2022 Brabus 1300 R will be available in Magma Red and Signature Black colourway and is limited to just 77 units.

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