KTM 890 Duke R 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke R 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke R 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 890 Duke R 2021
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90.7 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power121 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque99 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
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
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement890 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel150 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.7 degreeRake64 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter267 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height834 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)166 kgDry Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke R vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Price KTM 890 Duke R

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