KTM 890 Duke R 2020 vs. Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2021

In terms of technical specifications, the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 and the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2021 are both naked bikes with inline engines. The KTM has a slightly higher engine power of 121 HP compared to the Triumph's 118 HP. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling. The KTM has a larger displacement of 890ccm compared to the Triumph's 765ccm.

In terms of suspension, the KTM features an upside-down telescopic fork from WP in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock from WP in the rear. The Triumph also has an upside-down telescopic fork in the front, but it is from Showa, and a swing arm with a monoshock from Showa in the rear. The Triumph's rear suspension offers more adjustment options with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

When it comes to the chassis, the KTM has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Triumph has an aluminum frame. The KTM's frame type is tubular, whereas the Triumph's frame type is twin tube.

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with four pistons, but the KTM's front brakes have a larger diameter of 320mm compared to the Triumph's 310mm. The KTM also has radial technology for its front brakes, while the Triumph has radial and monoblock technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Triumph also includes ride by wire technology.

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2021

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM has a longer wheelbase of 1482mm compared to the Triumph's 1405mm. The seat height of the KTM is slightly higher at 834mm compared to the Triumph's 825mm. The dry weight of the KTM with ABS is 166kg, while the Triumph weighs slightly more at 168kg. The Triumph also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 17.4 liters compared to the KTM's 14 liters.

Moving on to the strengths of each bike, the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 has a great electronics package, high-quality brakes, an extensively adjustable chassis, a high-revving engine, and playful handling. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2021 has a wide usable rev range, an active seating position, high stability, a great gearbox with a shift assistant, and a first-class chassis.

However, the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 does have some weaknesses, including slightly nervous tendencies and a loose sitting position being necessary. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2021 has weaknesses such as early regulation of traction control, a seat with little grip, and an outdated display.