KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs. Suzuki SV 650 2021
KTM 690 Duke 2018
Suzuki SV 650 2021
Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs Suzuki SV 650 2021
The KTM 690 Duke 2018 and the Suzuki SV 650 2021 are both naked bikes with similar engine power, but they have some key differences in terms of specifications and features.
Starting with the engine, both bikes have a liquid-cooled engine, but the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has a single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 690cc, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 has a V2 engine with a displacement of 645cc. Both bikes have a similar engine power of 73 HP, but the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has a higher torque of 70 Nm compared to the Suzuki SV 650 2021's torque of 64 Nm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber. However, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 has a telescopic fork front suspension.
KTM 690 Duke 2018
The chassis of the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is made of chromium-molybdenum, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 has a steel frame. Both bikes have a tubular frame type.
When it comes to brakes, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has larger front brakes with a diameter of 320mm and four pistons, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 has front brakes with a diameter of 290mm and four pistons.
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has Ride by Wire technology, which provides precise throttle control, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 only has ABS as its advanced rider assistance system.
Both bikes have similar dimensions and weights, with a front tire width of 120mm, a rear tire width of 160mm, and a wheelbase of around 1445-1466mm. However, the seat height of the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is higher at 835mm compared to the Suzuki SV 650 2021's seat height of 785mm.
Suzuki SV 650 2021
Lastly, the fuel tank capacity of the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is 14 liters, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 has a slightly larger fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is praised for its powerful engine, suitability for everyday use, many technical aids, maneuverability, and smooth running. On the other hand, the Suzuki SV 650 2021 is appreciated for its confident V2 powerplant with character, stable chassis, comfortable seating position, easy handling, and timeless look.
However, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is criticized by some for not being a "real" single-cylinder Duke, while the Suzuki SV 650 2021 is noted to have a brake that requires manual force and lacks electronics apart from ABS. Additionally, the instruments on the Suzuki SV 650 2021 are considered moderately readable.
Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2018 compared to Suzuki SV 650 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 690 Duke 2018
Considering where the KTM Duke family once started, the 690 Duke is an incredible step forward. The engine is extremely refined and at the same time husky for a street-legal single-cylinder. Despite all the technology on board, it is still a very light motorbike and can almost be called a toy (in a good sense). Only its seating position divides opinions, because with the Duke 4 in 2012, the former supermotos became an almost tame naked bike with a front-wheel-oriented seating position. The advantage: everyday life and long tours should not be a problem on the current Duke.
Suzuki SV 650 2021
Not much has changed on the Suzuki SV 650 compared to its predecessor, five years ago. The engine has been updated to Euro5 and is now even more mature, which fits in perfectly with the rest of the package. The SV 650 doesn't want to scare anyone, especially beginners. The chassis makes a solid, unagitated impression, the brakes require a lot of manual force to prevent unexpected overbraking. The look is timeless on the one hand, but on the other hand some components are really a bit outdated. On the other hand, the price is fair, as usual for Suzuki.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs Suzuki SV 650
There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Duke 2018 and a Suzuki SV 650 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 690 Duke 2018 is about 23% higher. A KTM 690 Duke 2018 experiences a loss of 330 GBP in one year and 580 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 130 GBP and 520 GBP for a Suzuki SV 650 2021. Compared to Suzuki SV 650 2021 there are more KTM 690 Duke 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 13. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Duke with 82 days compared to 111 days for a Suzuki SV 650. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke and 25 reviews for the Suzuki SV 650 since model year 2005. The first review for the KTM 690 Duke was published on 28/09/2007 and now has more than 14,800 views. This compares to more than 14,200 views for the first review on Suzuki SV 650 published on 26/09/2008.
