Can you ride the KTM 690 Duke R on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the KTM 690 Duke R (2016 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
KTM 690 Duke R (2016 onwards)
The KTM 690 Duke R is a powerful yet beginner-friendly A2 bike that it is a more advanced version of the standard KTM 690 Duke. It is a tiny bit lighter and taller than the regular version and it also offers more horsepower.
The bike has an aggressive design which makes it look more like a supermoto than an actual naked bike. Thanks to its lightweight construction and a single cylinder engine, the KTM 690 Duke R motorcycle offers excellent handling and it is super-fun to ride.
Overall, the KTM 690 Duke R is a great starter bike and it is one of the most powerful A2-friendly motorcycles you can find on the market today. However, you will need to restrict it, as it exceeds the A2 licence requirements.
A2 Licence Compliance
The KTM 690 Duke R is a 690cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 55.9 kW (75 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by cca 40% to be A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the KTM 690 Duke R on an A2 licence. See the KTM 690 Duke R specifications table for restriction info, and the restrictor kits section to see what restrictors are available for the KTM 690 Duke R.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KTM |
| Type | Standard Supermoto |
| Restriction Required | 40% (to restrict to 35 kW) |
| Weight | 147 kg |
| Seat height | 865 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 160/60/17 |
| Top speed | 120 mph |
| Engine size | 690 cc |
| Engine type | Single Cylinder |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine oil capacity | 1.7 litres |
| Power output | 55.9 kW |
| Power output | 75 bhp |
| Torque output | 54.6 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank size | 14 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 160 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 57 mpg |
| Annual road tax | £93 |
| Overall rating |
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