KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 vs. Yamaha MT-10 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
Yamaha MT-10 2017
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 vs Yamaha MT-10 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
Yamaha MT-10 2017
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 compared to Yamaha MT-10 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Yamaha MT-10 2017
The Yamaha MT-10 exudes a lot of emotion with the cool CP4 engine, but also doesn't forget pragmatic utility. For a naked bike, it offers a lot of comfort on long tours. It rides fast but is still refined at all times. On the racetrack, the chassis is not precise enough to beat the other Powernakeds. Overall, however, it scores with its versatility paired with radical looks and awesome sound.
