Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
The Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 are both naked bikes with impressive specifications and features.
Starting with the engine and drive train, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 is equipped with a powerful 152 HP engine, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 boasts a slightly higher engine power of 173 HP. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a torque of 106 Nm, whereas the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a torque of 144 Nm. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 999 ccm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1301 ccm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride.
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023
When it comes to the chassis, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design, providing stability and durability. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design, offering a strong and sturdy structure.
Both bikes have four-piston radial monoblock front brakes, ensuring excellent stopping power and control.
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 offers ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, and traction control. However, it lacks a comprehensive electronics package, including a 6-axis IMU and cornering ABS. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 also offers ABS and traction control, but it does not have the same level of advanced rider assistance systems as the Suzuki GSX-S1000.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1460 mm compared to the KTM 1290 Super Duke R's 1482 mm. The seat height of the Suzuki GSX-S1000 is 810 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a slightly higher seat height of 835 mm. The Suzuki GSX-S1000 weighs 214 kg (with ABS), while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R weighs 189 kg (with ABS). Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 18-19 liters.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
In terms of strengths, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 has a superior engine, an excellent shift assistant including blipper, balanced handling, a bold design, a comfortable and driving-friendly seating position, and a good price. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 boasts a superb engine, agile handling, a comfortable seating position, a bombastic braking system, and a classy look.
In terms of weaknesses, the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 has a less comprehensive electronics package, lacking a 6-axis IMU and cornering ABS. Additionally, the instruments on the handlebars are somewhat antiquated, and the display is not particularly easy to read. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 has somewhat nervous handling on the racetrack and a high price.
Overall, both the Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 are impressive naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between the two.
Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023
The new GSX-S1000 is an old acquaintance in terms of basic design - the engine and chassis are still from the predecessor. However, the machine has been modernised in many areas and presents itself at an extremely high level, especially visually. Although the engine cannot compete in the league of the super-potent Hyper Nakeds, it functions very harmoniously and powerfully enough. The conventional chassis also strikes a successful compromise between sportiness and comfort. The hammer arguments are definitely the successful design, the standard quickshifter with blipper and, last but not least, the comparatively low price.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is undoubtedly a beast in terms of its data - 173 hp, 144 Newton metres of torque, 189 kilos dry weight are values with which you can make an impression on the quarter mile. It's almost a miracle that the Austrian is so easy to handle and agile despite its 1301 cubic capacity. On the country road it is therefore enormous fun, but on the race track you have to have a very precise riding style in order not to have to work a lot on the Super Duke R - but admittedly a very nice form of work! In addition, the expensive Special Edition can fully score visually with its many power parts and the beautiful paintwork
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki GSX-S1000 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R
There are a few key differences between a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 and a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 is about 6% higher. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 there are more Suzuki GSX-S1000 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 73 compared to 17. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Duke R with 70 days compared to 155 days for the Suzuki GSX-S1000. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 36 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R since model year 2013. The first review for the Suzuki GSX-S1000 was published on 9/27/2014 and now has more than 17,100 views. This compares to more than 4,900 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Duke R published on 11/8/2012.
