KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 vs. Kawasaki KLX 250 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

Kawasaki KLX 250 2016

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 compared to Kawasaki KLX 250 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

Kawasaki KLX 250 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

Kawasaki KLX 250 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	61.2 mm
Engine power	Engine power	177 HP	Engine power	22 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,870 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	144 Nm	Torque	20.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	11
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	249 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Perimeter

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	80 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	100 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	120 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	90 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,430 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	7.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

The epithet "Beast" is not completely out of the blue, the KTM is and remains a brutal naked bike - 177 hp from two pots with a combined displacement of 1301 cubic metres is nothing harmless. Nevertheless, it is surprisingly easy to control; the upright seating position combined with the good handling make it seem almost docile. Compared to its predecessor, it has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs more smoothly, the shift assistant brings calmness in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved in quality. But it still loves the wild chase more than high speed in long curves.

Provides a wonderful adrenaline rush

extensive configuration options

terrific brakes with cornering ABS

practical electronic features

great seating position

electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated

very good shift assistant

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

one of the most dangerous motorbikes for the driving licence on the market