Honda RC 213 V-S 2015 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
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Honda RC 213 V-S 2015
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
Overview - Honda RC 213 V-S 2015 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
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Honda RC 213 V-S 2015
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
Technical Specifications Honda RC 213 V-S 2015 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Honda RC 213 V-S 2015
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Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2019
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The epithet "Beast" is not completely out of the blue, the KTM is and remains a brutal naked bike - 177 hp from two pots with a combined displacement of 1301 cubic metres is nothing harmless. Nevertheless, it is surprisingly easy to control; the upright seating position combined with the good handling make it seem almost docile. Compared to its predecessor, it has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs more smoothly, the shift assistant brings calmness in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved in quality. But it still loves the wild chase more than high speed in long curves.