KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
KTM 790 Duke 2020
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs KTM 790 Duke 2020
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is a naked bike with a powerful engine producing 173 HP. It has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1301ccm. The front suspension is an Upside-Down telescopic fork from WP, while the rear suspension is also from WP. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The front brakes have four pistons and use radial, monoblock technology. The bike is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 190mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1482mm and the seat height is 835mm. The dry weight of the bike with ABS is 189kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 18 liters.
On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 is also a naked bike but with a slightly less powerful engine, producing 105 HP. It also has a 2-cylinder engine, but with a smaller displacement of 799ccm. The front suspension is an Upside-Down telescopic fork from WP, and the rear suspension is also from WP. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The front brakes have four pistons and use radial technology. In addition to ABS and traction control, the 790 Duke also features riding modes as part of its advanced rider assistance systems. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter than the 1290 Super Duke R at 1475mm, and the seat height is 825mm. The dry weight of the bike with ABS is 169kg and it has a smaller fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 boasts a monstrous engine and torque, with a wide rev range and little vibration. It also has strong brakes and an extensive electronics package. The bike is equipped with great extras and high-quality details, giving it an unrivaled aggressive look.
On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a high-revving two-cylinder engine and comes with a quickshifter as standard. It has a great chassis set-up and offers playful handling. The bike also features a high-quality electronics package and a TFT display. Additionally, the 790 Duke offers a good price/performance ratio.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 has been criticized for its automatic gearshift, which some riders find a little too coarse.
KTM 790 Duke 2020
On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a weakness in that the suspension spring preload is adjustable at the rear only, limiting the customization options for riders.
In summary, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is a powerful and aggressive naked bike with extensive electronics and high-quality details. The KTM 790 Duke 2020, while slightly less powerful, offers a great price/performance ratio and comes with a quickshifter as standard. Both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.
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!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs KTM 790 Duke
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 and a KTM 790 Duke 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is about 40% higher. A KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 experiences a loss of 680 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 120 GBP for a KTM 790 Duke 2020. 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 790 Duke with 78 days compared to 81 days for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R was published on 08/11/2012 and now has more than 4,900 views. This compares to more than 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 09/11/2016.
