KTM 790 Duke 2020 vs. KTM 690 Duke R 2013
KTM 790 Duke 2020
KTM 690 Duke R 2013
Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2020 vs KTM 690 Duke R 2013
The KTM 790 Duke 2020 and the KTM 690 Duke R 2013 are both naked bikes from KTM, but there are several differences between them.
In terms of engine power, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a significant advantage with 105 HP compared to the 70 HP of the KTM 690 Duke R 2013. The 790 Duke has a two-cylinder engine, while the 690 Duke R has a single-cylinder engine. Both bikes have liquid cooling and similar displacement, with the 790 Duke having 799cc and the 690 Duke R having 690cc.
Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front suspension, with WP being the brand for both. The rear suspension also uses WP components. The chassis for both bikes is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular frame design.
KTM 790 Duke 2020
In terms of braking, both bikes have four-piston front brakes with radial technology. However, the KTM 690 Duke R 2013 has the advantage of having monobloc brakes, which can provide better braking performance.
When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a more comprehensive package. It includes ABS, riding modes, and traction control. On the other hand, the KTM 690 Duke R 2013 features ride by wire technology.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front tire width and diameter, with 120mm and 17 inches respectively. The rear tire width is slightly wider on the KTM 790 Duke 2020 at 180mm compared to the 160mm of the KTM 690 Duke R 2013. The wheelbase is slightly longer on the 790 Duke at 1475mm compared to 1466mm on the 690 Duke R. The seat height is lower on the 790 Duke at 825mm compared to 865mm on the 690 Duke R. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.
KTM 690 Duke R 2013
In terms of strengths, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 offers a high-revving two-cylinder engine, a quickshifter as standard, a great chassis set-up, playful handling, a high-quality electronics package, a TFT display, and a good price/performance ratio. On the other hand, the KTM 690 Duke R 2013 boasts monobloc brakes, an Akrapovic exhaust, WP suspension elements, and a higher lean angle clearance.
As for weaknesses, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 only has the suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear, while the KTM 690 Duke R 2013 lacks comfort and weather protection.
Overall, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 offers more power, advanced rider assistance systems, and a more comprehensive package of features compared to the KTM 690 Duke R 2013. However, the 690 Duke R has its own strengths in terms of braking performance and lean angle clearance.
Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2020 compared to KTM 690 Duke R 2013
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 790 Duke 2020
A sporty naked bike that not only has enough power, but also playful handling and high-quality equipment - the KTM 790 Duke ticks all the boxes. If the looks don't bother you, it's hard to find anything the 790 can't do well, because in its hunting ground - the country road - it forms a wonderfully rounded package that doesn't really leave anything to be desired. Initial teething troubles have also been solved, which is why the KTM 790 Duke is still a real recommendation!
KTM 690 Duke R 2013
That the KTM 690 Duke R is the better motorbike is clear just from looking at the two machines from the outside. The Akrapovic exhaust and the WP suspension elements simply work and sound better.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Duke vs KTM 690 Duke R
There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Duke 2020 and a KTM 690 Duke R 2013. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 25. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Duke R with 65 days compared to 78 days for the KTM 790 Duke. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke and 9 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke R since model year 2010. The first review for the KTM 790 Duke was published on 09/11/2016 and now has more than 160,600 views. This compares to more than 23,900 views for the first review on KTM 690 Duke R published on 02/12/2009.
