KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

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Overview - KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Duke 2024 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 990 Duke 2024
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92.5 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke70.4 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power123 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement947 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel140 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, 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 width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)179 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
RangeRange314 kmRange259 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions145 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.7 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption6.17 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

The new KTM 990 Duke offers terrific power, both in relaxed everyday riding and on winding country roads. Sachs with the disappointing braking performance is therefore particularly painful here. In my opinion, the KTM remains virtually unrivalled in the upper mid-range when it comes to road fun. Even the excessively high price, when compared with the competition, is not an exclusion criterion for me. According to me, there is no other bike in this segment that is so lively, that combines stability and nimble handling so superbly and also offers such a height of everyday usability. A modern KTM Duke with two cylinders is quite simply a unique bike.

Lively and powerful engine with manners

Comfortable riding position

Playful handling

High stability

Excellent chassis with lots of feedback and stability

Modern electronics with lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

Smooth 2-cylinder in the lower rev range without jerking

Strong acceleration in the lower rev range

Versatility for both everyday riding and sporty riding

Confident riding performance even in wet conditions

Very light and agile

High-quality display and pleasant operation of the switches

Polarised design

Price/performance ratio below average compared to competitors

gearstick on the test bike too bony and harsh this time

blipper function could give more intermediate throttle

feedback from suspension not perfect

engine slightly raw at low revs compared to three- or four-cylinder bikes

polarised design

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.

wonderfully powerful engine with a lot of bang - especially from below and in the middle

super-agile and comfortable seating position

decent braking power

stable chassis, fully adjustable

comprehensive electronics package

acceptable consumption for the high power.

Shift assistant with blipper not standard

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Duke vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price KTM 990 Duke

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