Just when you thought it was safe to head to your local KTM dealer, confident in the knowledge that there was nothing new to tempt you to get your wallet out, then a new model lands and you’re back to square one.
First indications came when a disguised – but still clearly Austrian – bike was spotted in the Karoo, being put through its paces across the region’s endless dirt roads, remote passes and towards the distant horizon. If that was going to be its natural habitat, then it must have been designed and built for serious adventure.
Fans who had their appetite whetted by this teaser haven’t had to wait very long, for a matter of a couple of days later came the official announcement that the brand new 1390 Super Adventure R was indeed in the country and would be officially launched at the 2026 KTM Adventure Rally, taking place from 30 April to 3rd May at the Champagne Sports Resort in the Drakensberg Mountains.
This way of launching a new model – directly to customers at a rider-focussed event – is also a first for KTM South Africa. The event has become an annual highlight for KTM Adventure owners, and it now has an added importance; attendees to the event will be the first in the country to see the new model and will even have the opportunity to experience it on a dedicated route. Now, that doesn’t happen often!
The 1390 Super Adventure R represents the next evolution in KTM’s adventure line-up, delivering increased performance, refined technology and uncompromised off-road ability.
Those riders interested in seeing and experiencing this breathtaking new model are encouraged to secure their spot on the rally and become part of this historic launch. Make sure to remember your wallet!
