KTM 890 Duke R 2021 vs. Yamaha R1 2019

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha R1 2019

Yamaha R1 2019

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke R 2021 vs Yamaha R1 2019

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha R1 2019

Yamaha R1 2019

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke R 2021 compared to Yamaha R1 2019

KTM 890 Duke R 2021
Yamaha R1 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power121 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque99 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement890 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height834 mmSeat Height855 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry

Yamaha R1 2019

Yamaha R1 2019

The 2020 R1 model - already available from September - is an evolutionary step that will benefit both the trackday racer and the Yamaha SBK team. The amateur is most likely to benefit from the truly perfect electronics and will also appreciate a little extra power.

powerful engine

clean response

in the right hands a very fast track bike

perfectly tuned electronics

ABS system not 100 per cent satisfactory

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke R vs Yamaha R1

Price KTM 890 Duke R

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Price Yamaha R1

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