Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2020

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

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Overview - Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 have a 2-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with fuel injection. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet has a displacement of 755cc and produces 92 horsepower, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a larger displacement of 890cc and produces 121 horsepower. This means that the KTM 890 Duke R has a more powerful and high-revving engine compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock in the rear. The Honda CB750 Hornet uses Showa suspension components, while the KTM 890 Duke R uses WP suspension components. Both bikes offer preload adjustment for the rear suspension. It is worth noting that the KTM 890 Duke R has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1482mm compared to the 1420mm wheelbase of the Honda CB750 Hornet.

When it comes to braking, both bikes have double disc brakes in the front with four-piston calipers. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a front disc diameter of 296mm, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a larger front disc diameter of 320mm. Both bikes utilize radial brake technology, which enhances braking performance and feel.

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet also includes additional features such as ride by wire and anti-wheelie control. The KTM 890 Duke R, on the other hand, does not have anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a rear tire width of 160mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a wider rear tire width of 180mm. The seat height of the Honda CB750 Hornet is 795mm, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a higher seat height of 834mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Honda CB750 Hornet is 15.2 liters, slightly larger than the 14-liter fuel tank capacity of the KTM 890 Duke R.

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

In terms of strengths, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 is praised for its powerful and high-torque engine, good brakes, comfortable seating position, agile handling, well-balanced chassis, extensive electronics, and affordable optional quickshifter. It is also noted for its excellent price. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 is praised for its great electronics package, high-quality brakes, extensively adjustable chassis, high-revving engine, and playful handling.

As for weaknesses, the Honda CB750 Hornet is criticized for its steel box swing arm, which is not considered particularly attractive. The KTM 890 Duke R is noted to have slightly nervous tendencies, requiring a loose sitting position.

Overall, both the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 offer impressive performance and advanced features in the naked bike segment. The choice between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities, such as power, handling, and pricing.

Technical Specifications Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2020

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore87 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power121 HP
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake25 degreeRake65.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height834 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.2 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

The KTM 890 Duke R appears playful, handy but with high-quality equipment. The engine and weight are reminiscent of much smaller motorbikes. The power unit revs up lively and hangs directly on the throttle. The bike turns easily and rides light-footed. Braking and the electronics package, however, are in the big league. Therefore, the 890 Duke is a fast and cool bike for country roads and racetracks.

Great electronics package

High-quality brakes

Extensively adjustable chassis

High-revving engine

Playful handling

Slightly nervous tendencies - loose sitting position necessary

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB750 Hornet vs KTM 890 Duke R

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and a KTM 890 Duke R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Duke R 2020 is about 40% higher. Compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2020 there are more Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 76 compared to 18. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB750 Hornet with 60 days compared to 76 days for a KTM 890 Duke R. Since model year 2023 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet and 15 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke R since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CB750 Hornet was published on 08/09/2022 and now has more than 57,900 views. This compares to more than 126,600 views for the first review on KTM 890 Duke R published on 05/11/2019.

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