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Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012
Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

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 width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z 1000 Black Edition

Model year
Current average market prices

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Model year
Current average market prices

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