Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 vs. KTM 890 Duke 2021
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
KTM 890 Duke 2021
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 vs KTM 890 Duke 2021
The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 are both naked bikes with similar engine power, torque, and fuel systems. However, there are several differences between the two models.
In terms of engine and drive train, both bikes have inline engines with 115 horsepower. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has a torque of 87.5 Nm, while the KTM 890 Duke has a torque of 92 Nm. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has three cylinders, while the KTM 890 Duke has two cylinders. Both bikes have liquid cooling systems and fuel injection.
When it comes to suspension, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has an upside-down telescopic fork from Kayaba in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock from Öhlins in the rear. The rear suspension of the Yamaha MT-09 SP is adjustable for compression, preload, and rebound. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke has an upside-down telescopic fork from WP in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock from WP in the rear. The rear suspension of the KTM 890 Duke is adjustable for preload only.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
In terms of chassis, the Yamaha MT-09 SP has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design, while the KTM 890 Duke has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design.
Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with similar diameters. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The KTM 890 Duke has the same tire specifications as the Yamaha MT-09 SP.
In terms of assistance systems, both bikes have ABS and traction control. The Yamaha MT-09 SP also has a quickshifter, while the KTM 890 Duke has additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, and anti-wheelie.
KTM 890 Duke 2021
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a seat height of 820 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has a wheelbase of 1500 mm, while the KTM 890 Duke has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1476 mm.
In terms of equipment, both bikes have LED headlights. The KTM 890 Duke also has additional features such as connectivity and a TFT display.
In summary, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 have similar engine power and torque, but differ in terms of suspension, chassis, assistance systems, and additional features. The Yamaha MT-09 SP has a more adjustable rear suspension and a shift assistant, while the KTM 890 Duke has a more advanced electronics package. However, the KTM 890 Duke requires an additional cost for a quickshifter.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018
The Yamaha MT-09 SP is the refinement of an already very good mid-range naked bike. With better suspension components from Öhlins and Kayaba, a nicer paint job and a justifiably higher price, the SP version is clearly the sportiest choice within the Yamaha MT-09 range. The brute power of the engine does not allow the MT-09 SP to be ridden comfortably, but that is not necessary on the "Special" - the fun is clearly in the foreground! The Yamaha MT-09 EVO with Wilbers suspension is now available as an interesting alternative, because it has no "war paint" and is very discreet. But unfortunately only for Switzerland...
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.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 SP vs KTM 890 Duke
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 and a KTM 890 Duke 2021. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 experiences a loss of 780 GBP in one year and 1,460 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 350 GBP and 1,040 GBP for a KTM 890 Duke 2021. Compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021 there are less Yamaha MT-09 SP 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 22. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 SP with 72 days compared to 78 days for a KTM 890 Duke. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP and 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke since model year 2021. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 SP was published on 06/11/2017 and now has more than 49,000 views. This compares to more than 37,800 views for the first review on KTM 890 Duke published on 19/01/2021.
