Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition: The Most Exclusive KTM Ever Built

The Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition is a striking example of the intersection between automotive tuning and motorcycle craftsmanship.

Here’s a summary of the provided information:

• Collaboration: Brabus and KTM have collaborated thrice, all based on the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo.
• Brabus 1300 R (Feb 2022): 154 units, sold out in less than two minutes.
• Brabus 1300 R Edition 23: 290 units, sold out almost immediately.
• Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition (Sep 27, 2023): 50 units, 25 in Onyx Black and 25 in Diamond White, with Frozen Gold and carbon fibre details.
• Engine: KTM LC8 V-twin engine.
• Power: 180 horsepower at 9,500 rpm.
• Torque: 140 Newton meters (103 pound-feet) at 8,000 rpm.
• 0-100 km/h: 3.2 seconds.
• Top Speed: 270 km/h (168 mph).

• Hardware:
• Suspension: WP Apex semi-active with both automatic and manual modes; WP Apex Pro 7117 steering damper.
• Brakes: Front – Brembo Stylema 4-piston calipers with 320mm rotors; Rear – Brembo 2-piston caliper with 240mm disc.
• Features: Ride modes, quick shifter, cornering and supermoto ABS, adaptive brake light.
• Special Features:
• Exclusivity: Only 25 units of each color.
• Carbon Fiber: Single-sided swingarm cover, dash cover, connector cover, rear side fairing covers, and more.
• Design: Brabus LED headlight, MotoGP-inspired winglets, front spoiler, Brabus Monoblock Z “Gold Platinum” forged alloy wheels.
• Details: CNC triple clamp, adjustable CNC levers, bar end mirrors, dual exhaust with Frozen Gold accent rings.
• Comfort: Heated grips and seat, Brabus leather quilted “Diamond Rising” pattern on the seat.
• Extras: Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece badge, indoor motorcycle cover, floor mat, and carbon key box.
• Price: 41,930 Euros (or about $44,065) excluding VAT.
• Added Value: Purchasers get a tour of Brabus HQ in Bottrop, Germany.

Conclusion

It’s evident that Brabus and KTM have worked meticulously to combine performance, luxury, and exclusivity in the Brabus 1300 R Masterpiece Edition. Given the history of the previous editions selling out almost immediately, this model is expected to be in high demand among motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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