MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

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Overview - MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 vs KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of engine power, the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 takes the lead with 140 HP, while the KTM 790 Duke 2020 falls slightly behind with 105 HP. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

When it comes to the number of cylinders, the Brutale 800 RR has three cylinders, whereas the 790 Duke has two. This difference in cylinder count may affect the overall power delivery and engine characteristics of the bikes.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the Brutale 800 RR is equipped with Marzocchi suspension, while the 790 Duke features WP suspension. Both bikes have a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock, but the Brutale 800 RR offers more adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. The rear suspension on the 790 Duke only has preload adjustment.

In terms of chassis, the Brutale 800 RR has a steel tubular frame, while the 790 Duke features a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame. The choice of materials may affect the overall weight and rigidity of the bikes.

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320 mm for the Brutale 800 RR and 300 mm for the 790 Duke. Both bikes also have four-piston calipers and radial technology for improved braking performance.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Brutale 800 RR also features ride by wire technology and a quickshifter, which allows for smoother and quicker gear shifts. The 790 Duke also has a quickshifter as standard, enhancing the overall riding experience.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Brutale 800 RR has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1400 mm, and the seat height is 830 mm. The dry weight, including ABS, is 175 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 16.5 liters. The 790 Duke has the same front and rear tire dimensions and a slightly longer wheelbase of 1475 mm. The seat height is slightly lower at 825 mm. The dry weight, including ABS, is 169 kg, and the fuel tank capacity is 14 liters.

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of equipment, the Brutale 800 RR is equipped with LED headlights, while the 790 Duke features an adjustable windscreen. Both bikes offer additional features that enhance the overall riding experience.

In terms of strengths, the Brutale 800 RR stands out as the most powerful bike in its class with a unique look and a great chassis. The quickshifter is also praised for its smoothness, and the electronics package is considered coherent. On the other hand, the 790 Duke is praised for its high-revving two-cylinder engine, quickshifter as standard, great chassis set-up, playful handling, high-quality electronics package, TFT display, and good price/performance ratio.

In terms of weaknesses, the Brutale 800 RR is criticized for its gear ratio being too long for country roads, an outdated and difficult-to-read LCD display, and a seat that is too hard. The 790 Duke's only weakness mentioned is that the suspension spring preload is adjustable at the rear only.

Overall, both the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 and the KTM 790 Duke 2020 offer impressive features and performance in the naked bike segment. The Brutale 800 RR stands out with its powerful engine and unique design, while the 790 Duke impresses with its high-revving two-cylinder engine and playful handling. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020
KTM 790 Duke 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore79 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke54.3 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power140 HPEngine power105 HP
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandMarzocchiBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandSachsBrandWP
TravelTravel124 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,400 mmWheelbase1,475 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)175 kgDry Weight (with ABS)169 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentWindscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020

The MV Agusta Brutale 800RR is certainly not a run-of-the-mill motorbike. It's great that something like this is still being built! If you are not put off by the high price, you will get a precise naked bike that in no way has to shy away from comparison with the competition from a dynamic point of view. The beguiling sound that this three-cylinder develops is the icing on the cake of this unique overall package. In expert hands on the country road, the MV Agusta is definitely hard to beat. Of course, the paradise bird also has one or two weaknesses, but these are easily forgiven in view of its uniqueness.

Most powerful motorbike up to 800 cubic metres on the market

unique look

great chassis

quickshifter as smooth as butter, with intermediate throttle fireworks

electronics package coherent

Gear ratio too long for country roads

LC display outdated and difficult to read

not very accessible

seat too hard

KTM 790 Duke 2020

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!

high-revving two-cylinder

quickshifter + as standard

great chassis set-up

playful handling

high-quality electronics package

TFT display

good price/performance ratio

Suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear only

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR vs KTM 790 Duke

There are a few key differences between a MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR 2020 and a KTM 790 Duke 2020. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 78 days compared to 335 days for the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 9 reviews for the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR was published on 24/10/2014 and now has more than 21,400 views. This compares to more than 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 09/11/2016.

Price MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR

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Price KTM 790 Duke

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