Yamaha R1 2009 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Yamaha R1 2009
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Overview - Yamaha R1 2009 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Yamaha R1 2009
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2009 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha R1 2009
Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.
