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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs. BMW R 1250 R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs BMW R 1250 R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 compared to BMW R 1250 R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
BMW R 1250 R 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
BMW R 1250 R 2020
BMW R 1250 R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel125 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

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 width200 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,515 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

BMW R 1250 R 2020

BMW R 1250 R 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs BMW R 1250 R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Model year
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Price BMW R 1250 R

Model year
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