KTM continues implementing advanced technology on its motorcycles with its latest announcement of a new touchscreen TFT display with higher-quality graphics, more functionality, and better connectivity possibilities. This announcement comes on the heels of recent news about KTM’s new Automated Manual Transmission.
KTM’s new TFT dashboard has a 1,280×720-degree resolution and Anti-Reflex, Anti-Fingerprint, and Anti-Glare screen coatings. Impressively, the display now includes 256,000 colors compared to the previous TFT’s 65,000, and it’s more visible from all angles. Its touchscreen function is useable with or without gloves, and touchscreen shortcut buttons on the main screen eliminate the need for auxiliary switches for things like switching on heated grips or seat or turning on fog lights.
The new TFT has a split-screen function with five layout options. Now integrated into the connectivity is Offline Map Navigation to provide real-time navigation without needing to sync the motorcycle to a mobile phone.
The upgraded CCU3.0 connectivity unit has 32 GB of storage and 3 GB of RAM to run the Android Automative operating system. It allows for IoT connectivity with eSim, a GPS Antenna, Bluetooth, and wi-fi, which will make updates easier. For now, all updates must be done through a KTM dealer, but the unit will allow for over-the-air updates directly to the motorcycle in the future, extending the lifespan of this technology.
Additionally, the backlit switchgear has been revised to further enhance the riding experience. There is now a dedicated Ride Mode button, a new five-way joystick and back button, new cruise control buttons, a new automatic/manual button for models equipped with KTM’s Automated Manual Transmission, and new paddle buttons that are customizable for models without AMT.
The new TFT dashboard will first be available on premium KTM models, and KTM plans to add it to other models in the range in upcoming years.
Visit the KTM website for more information.
