KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs. Ducati Monster 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs Ducati Monster 2023

The KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and the Ducati Monster 2023 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and a range of advanced features.

Starting with the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023, it is equipped with an inline 2-cylinder engine that delivers 115 horsepower and 92 Nm of torque. This powerful engine provides a thrilling riding experience and ensures quick acceleration. The bike also features a comprehensive electronics package, including ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. These advanced rider assistance systems enhance safety and allow for a customizable riding experience. Additionally, the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 boasts a chromium-molybdenum frame, which provides strength and stability, and a tubular frame type. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock that offers preload adjustment. The bike is equipped with double disk brakes on the front with a diameter of 300 mm and four pistons, utilizing radial technology. The KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 also features connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display for added convenience and visibility.

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 is powered by a V-twin engine that delivers 111 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque. This engine provides a charismatic and distinctive riding experience, characteristic of Ducati motorcycles. The bike also features a range of advanced rider assistance systems, including riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. These systems enhance performance and safety, allowing for a customizable and controlled riding experience. The Ducati Monster 2023 is equipped with an aluminum frame, which offers a balance between strength and weight. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from Marzocchi, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock that offers preload adjustment. The bike features double disk brakes on the front with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons, utilizing radial and monoblock technology. The Ducati Monster 2023 also features LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display for improved visibility and convenience.

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 offers a powerful engine, comfortable ergonomics, a comprehensive electronics package, lively handling, and a combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 boasts a typical Ducati powerplant with charisma, a comfortable seating position, a good and responsive braking system, agile handling, high-quality components, a comprehensive electronics package, cornering ABS, and lean angle-dependent traction control.

However, the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 does have some weaknesses, including a very tight seat and the quickshifter being available at an extra cost. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 2023 has its weaknesses, such as engine jerking strongly at low revs, a front fork that is tuned too softly, and the lack of a trellis frame, which takes away from its iconic Monster design.

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 compared to Ducati Monster 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023
Ducati Monster 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90.7 mmBore94 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore53 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement937 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandMarzocchi
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake66 degreeRake66 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail93 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,474 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height775 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)169 kgDry Weight (with ABS)166 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

You could expect a lot behind the GP abbreviation. Is the 890 Duke GP therefore a deceptive package? Not necessarily, because with the unbelievably fun 890 Duke as a basis, which has been refined even further, you are buying a true joy dispenser with this naked bike, which will sweeten your everyday life and weekend rides. If only the quickshifter were fitted as standard...

powerful engine

comfortable ergonomics

comprehensive electronics package

lively handling

combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use

very tight seat Quickshifter at extra cost

Ducati Monster 2023

Ducati Monster 2023

You can always argue about the looks and the lack of a trellis frame, but the current Monster is anything but ugly. Basically, it would be a great everyday naked bike with pleasant ergonomics and a braking system that does not surprise even the inexperienced. The rather soft chassis can also be considered an acceptable compromise, but for a Ducati it is rather surprising that at least the front fork was not tuned a little tighter. Unfortunately, the charismatic engine bucks strongly at low revs and thus only shows its wonderful V2 character on the country road. All in all, however, this reflects the overall image of the Monster very well: a typical Ducati that is also good for everyday riding in terms of chassis and brakes.

Typical Ducati powerplant with charisma

comfortable seating position

good, responsive braking system

agile handling

high-quality components

comprehensive electronics package

cornering ABS

lean angle-dependent traction control.

Engine jerks strongly at low revs

front fork tuned too softly

no longer unmistakably a Monster due to the lack of a trellis frame.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke GP vs Ducati Monster

There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and a Ducati Monster 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Monster 2023 is about 7% higher. Compared to Ducati Monster 2023 there are more KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 86 compared to 12. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke GP with 61 days compared to 143 days for a Ducati Monster. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke GP and 13 reviews for the Ducati Monster since model year 2021. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke GP was published on 2/22/2022 and now has more than 24,100 views. This compares to more than 90,700 views for the first review on Ducati Monster published on 12/2/2020.

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