KTM unveils new TFT display, switchgear and connectivity unit

Press release | October 11, 2024

KTM has launched its new cabin electronics, highlighted by an 8.8-inch touchscreen, available in both portrait and landscape format, new handlebar equipment and a new connectivity unit. The TFT will arrive on select 2025 bikes, some of which will be shown at the upcoming EICMA, scheduled for November 7.

The following is a press release from KTM…

KTM has launched a new era of electronic architecture, highlighted by the V80 (vertical 8-inch) and H88 (horizontal 8.8-inch) touchscreen dashboards, new handlebar equipment and a new connectivity unit, which take your HMI (Human Machine Interface). ) to a whole new level of usability.

KTM is dedicated to providing customers with the best riding experience, with top-notch elements that enhance every aspect of the motorcycle enjoyment. To achieve this, KTM has looked to the HMI to create a more immersive and intuitive riding experience while minimizing distractions.

The 1280 x 720 resolution TFT dashboard now features newly developed inductive touchscreen functionality, with screen technology linked with anti-glare, anti-fingerprint and anti-glare screen coatings. This makes the user interface more visible from all angles, while the massive 256,000 colors (compared to 65,000 before) maintain perfect detail in all lighting conditions.

The inductive touch screen itself allows easy and simple access to information, regardless of the weather or driving equipment. This makes the touchscreen responsive to inputs with or without riding gloves.

Touchscreen shortcut buttons on the main display also eliminate the need for auxiliary switches, thanks to virtual buttons that allow access to functions such as powering up the heated grips, heated driver’s seat and fog lights , according to the model.

The display also allows for more customization options, with configurable split-screen functionality with 5 layout options available. This is supported by predefined screen options, allowing riders to choose between adaptive cruise control features, map navigation, telemetry, favorites or music as the main home screen, along with a reduced view of just the basics.

In addition, the switchgear has also been completely overhauled and optimized. Now features a dedicated Ride Mode button, new 5-way joystick and reverse button, new cruise control buttons, new A/M (Auto/Manual) button for AMT models, light and ignition switch and new buttons palette that can be customized. for models not equipped with AMT. The new buttons are also backlit and with graphics placed in optimal and logical positions to make it easy to find while driving in any condition.

Offline map navigation is now integrated into the bike’s connectivity unit, providing real-time navigation without syncing or connecting to a mobile phone. This enables active route guidance and route planning, along with AB routes, pre-programmed waypoints and more.

Staying connected to the world outside the helmet is also made even easier thanks to an improved CCU3.0 connectivity unit with 32GB of storage and 3GB of RAM that finally runs the Android Automotive operating system. This enables IoT connectivity with eSim, a GPS antenna, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

The CCU3.0 ensures seamless reconnection with your smartphone on every power-up cycle, allowing riders to pick up where they left off in their split-screen music app (now with album art) and access to your entire contact list from your phone.

This new approach will make it much easier to update functions and features throughout the life of the motorcycle in a way we know from many other products such as phones and personal electronic devices. Initially, all upgrades will be done through the KTM dealer, but in the future also by air directly to the motorcycle.

Main features:

• The new unit allows applications to be streamed to the control panel
• Ability to enable future Over-the-Air updates
• 32 GB of storage and 3 GB of RAM
• IoT
• eSim
• GPS
• bluetooth
• wifi
• Android car operating system
• Audio level control of different inputs

KTM’s Premium Dashboard not only represents what’s possible on a motorcycle, it also opens the door to a new generation of premium electronic architecture. This, combined with KTM’s Ready to Race DNA, sets the bar for a truly immersive and intelligent riding experience. This is a new era in technology, where our innovative TFT dash is just the beginning of an ever-evolving journey towards smarter, more connected experiences.

The new TFT dashboard will initially be available on KTM’s upcoming premium models, with more options added to the range in the coming years.

For more information, visit KTM.com.

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