KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

The KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021 are both powerful naked bikes with similar engine types, displacements, and cooling systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a slight advantage with 119 HP compared to the KTM 890 Duke's 115 HP. Similarly, the Yamaha MT-09 also has a slightly higher torque of 93 Nm compared to the KTM 890 Duke's 92 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and 2-cylinder engines.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. They also have monoshock shock absorbers. However, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design.

KTM 890 Duke 2021

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with similar diameters. The KTM 890 Duke 2021 has slightly larger front discs with a diameter of 300 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2021's 298 mm front discs.

Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. The KTM 890 Duke 2021 also offers additional features like riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, and anti-wheelie control. The Yamaha MT-09 2021, on the other hand, offers a quickshifter in addition to ABS and traction control.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM 890 Duke 2021 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1476 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2021's 1430 mm. The seat height is also slightly lower on the KTM 890 Duke at 820 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-09's 825 mm. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is praised for its rev-happy engine, lively handling, buttery-smooth quickshifter, and comprehensive electronics package. It is also noted that the bike does not leave riders desiring the R version on country roads. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 is praised for its lack of load change reactions, increased pressure from the center, over-complete electronics package, great working quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and overall riding pleasure.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is criticized for its quickshifter being an extra cost option. The Yamaha MT-09 2021, on the other hand, is noted for its polarizing look, small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control only being available in the SP variant.