KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs. BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 compared to BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power163 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,157 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs BMW K 1200 R Sport

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price BMW K 1200 R Sport

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