Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Overview - Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 vs KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.4 mm	Stroke	62.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	117 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,150 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.92	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,050 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

The new Speed Triple has a few things over its predecessor. It is stronger and smarter than the old model, revs higher and is lighter. Switching to the new model is worthwhile if you value these aspects and have the necessary change at hand. In return, you get a versatile motorbike that combines riding comfort for longer country road rides with the riding fun you want for the racetrack. Agile, handy, smart and powerful. This is the best way to describe the Speedy and it will definitely find at least as much favour among its fans as its predecessor.

New technology

Well-functioning electronic aids

Proven engine further developed

More power and speed

High-quality chassis

Many adjustment options

Comfortable seating position

Many optional equipment options

Lack of windshield

High weight

Little ground clearance