KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
KTM 890 Duke 2021
Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
Overview - KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
In terms of engine and drive train, both the KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 have inline engines with fuel injection and liquid cooling. However, there are some differences in their specifications. The KTM 890 Duke has a 2-cylinder engine with a power output of 115 HP and torque of 92 Nm, while the Kawasaki Z1000 R has a 4-cylinder engine with a higher power output of 142 HP and torque of 111 Nm. The KTM 890 Duke has a displacement of 889 ccm, while the Kawasaki Z1000 R has a larger displacement of 1043 ccm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The KTM 890 Duke has a WP shock absorber with preload adjustment, while the Kawasaki Z1000 R has an Öhlins shock absorber with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. Both bikes have aluminum rear suspension components.
In terms of chassis, the KTM 890 Duke has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Kawasaki Z1000 R has an aluminum frame. The frame type of the KTM 890 Duke is tubular, while the Kawasaki Z1000 R has a double cradle frame.
KTM 890 Duke 2021
Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 300 mm for the KTM 890 Duke and 310 mm for the Kawasaki Z1000 R. Both bikes also have four-piston front brake calipers with radial technology. The Kawasaki Z1000 R has the additional features of monoblock and petal technology for the front brakes.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 890 Duke has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1476 mm and the seat height is 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 14 liters. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z1000 R has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 190 mm, also with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1435 mm and the seat height is 815 mm. The fuel tank capacity is larger at 17 liters.
Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is praised for its rev-happy engine, lively handling, buttery-smooth quickshifter, and electronics package. It is also noted that the base model does not leave riders desiring the R version on country roads. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 is commended for its powerful and pure power naked bike engine, high-quality and superior chassis, and the ability to provide a real naked bike feeling without the supersport hecticness.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is criticized for its quickshifter being an additional cost. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 is noted to have a little steering angle and a missing shift assistant.
Overall, both the KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 890 Duke 2021
The predecessor 790 Duke already proved that KTM knows how to build a mid-range naked bike for the road. The new 890 carries the torch with a puffy chest and once again lives up to its scalpel nickname. Lively, it pulls the radii and gives off a certain nervousness that can be interpreted as a wild character. The equipment is almost complete - but only almost. Why do you have to pay extra for the quickshifter when it was standard on the predecessor? It is all the more annoying that the clutchless upshifting and downshifting functions as smoothly as butter and that one would not want to do without it.
Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017
Of course, on paper the Z1000R is inferior to current Powernakeds and in a classic points evaluation it also loses to the simply perfect Z900. BUT it still exudes pure fascination. Not everyone will like it, but some will adore it. A truly masculine man's bike with a very superior engine and a chassis from the golden era of naked bikes. The Z1000R is still a true naked bike from Supersport Gene - with all its advantages and disadvantages.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke vs Kawasaki Z1000 R
There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke 2021 and a Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 is about 65% higher. A KTM 890 Duke 2021 experiences a loss of 350 GBP in one year and 1,040 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,030 GBP and 3,600 GBP for a Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017. Compared to Kawasaki Z1000 R 2017 there are more KTM 890 Duke 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 4. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke with 78 days compared to 173 days for a Kawasaki Z1000 R. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke and 2 reviews for the Kawasaki Z1000 R since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke was published on 19/01/2021 and now has more than 37,800 views. This compares to more than 46,400 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z1000 R published on 02/06/2017.
