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SPORT LINK +10 - Suspension links (pair) adding 10mm ride height for KTM 1290 Super Duke R,RR, EVO Gen3

SPORT LINK +10 - Suspension links (pair) adding 10mm ride height for KTM 1290 Super Duke R,RR, EVO Gen3

$175.00 USD
$175.00 USD
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This link (now available in both orange and black anodized finish) adds ten millimeters of rear ride height to your Gen-3 1290 Super Duke R.  In addition to adding rear ride height this link also creates the following changes:

  • Increases swingarm angle from -11.57 to -12.13.   
  • Decreases progressive nature of spring from 11.8% to 10.2%.
  • Increases free hang anti-squat from 108% to 110.3%
  • Decreases Trail from 107.7mm to 105.5mm

The result of these changes to all of these numbers results in improved feel through turns.  More confidence.   The bike will hold a line better, drive out of turns better without going wide.   More anti-squat, created by better swingarm angle, will help drive the tire into the pavement more on acceleration giving you increased traction.  The decrease in progression will create a more consistent feel by cutting down on the drastic difference in the stock bike's reaction to suspension travel - when comparing initial travel to extreme travel.

For reference we run our SDR in full race setup with almost 30mm more rear ride height than stock.   Also in some configurations of sprocket combinations you can lose up to 9mm of ride height just by changing gearing - because of the eccentric position necessary to adjust proper chain tension.  So in cases like these, by adding this 10mm link you would actually still be 1mm LOWER than stock.  This is why we also make +15 and +20mm links (see below).

DISCOUNTS:
Buy any two Sport Links and receive 15% off their total price automatically in the cart.
Buy any three Sport Links and receive 20% off their total price automatically in the cart.

Customer Reviews

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Pat Bloomfield
Takes the laziness out of the SDR's steering

A brilliant upgrade that takes the laziness out of the SDR's steering. Being vertically challenged at only 165cm tall, 5' 5", I was nervous about raising the seat height, so I opted for the +10 SportLink. I didn't really feel a difference reaching the ground but it harder to lift off the sidestand so am glad I didn't go for the +15. I may go for the SuperClamp in the future instead.
I fitted the SportLink in October just in time for one of the wettest winters on record in the UK. That meant six months of wet roads, first covered in leaves from the trees and then mud washing off the fields on the back roads. That meant it wasn't possible to ride too hard on the back roads. However, the SportLink has removed the laziness from the steering making the motorcycle responsive. This is noticeable at all speeds from filtering traffic to flicking through a series of bends on local country roads. The rear shock also absorbs the bumps much better now so I rarely get kicked out of the seat - I weigh less than 65Kg or 10st.
Beware if you have an EVO. I have the EVO and wondered whether the automatic preload adjuster would still give me a level or sport ride - effectively giving me another 5mm. However, it doesn't, instead it raises the front preload to try and level the bike! Therefore, you'll need to set the preload between 0-100%. It is good to know the front preload is also adjustable. If the auto preload adjuster is important to you, it may be better to go for the SuperClamp first now that is available. I don't know whether KTM's sport setting alone will have all the benefits of the SportLink though...
The SportLink is the best bang-per-buck performance upgrade anyone can buy for the Super Duke R IMHO. 10/10.

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Virgil

Does what everyone says about it.

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Rich Caldwell
Great product,fantastic communications super fast shipping

Great product, fantastic communications super fast shipping

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Jordan
Its legit.

I never would’ve guessed something so small would make such a big difference.

I bought the 10mm link and my first impression is “holy shit”

Installation took less than five minutes.
And the difference was noticeable immediately.

I didn’t think my bike handled terribly to begin with, but it definitely handles better now.
plus it hooks up harder, and with much less squat.

When it’s time to lean into the curves, the bike feels lighter and smaller than it actually is, and falls into the curves more easily and naturally

Holds a line better through the curves, even while accelerating.

I recommend this kit to anyone who wants their superduke to be more agile, and even more aggressive than stock.
Without a doubt, the biggest improvement in handling that can be made , for the least amount of money.
Its unbelievable, but actually true.