Kawasaki Z H2 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z H2 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z H2 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2021
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque137 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel134 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z H2 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z H2

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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