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KTM 125 Duke 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Kawasaki Z650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2023

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Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2017 vs Kawasaki Z650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Kawasaki Z650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2023

KTM 125 Duke 2017
Kawasaki Z650 2023
KTM 125 Duke 2017
KTM 125 Duke 2017
Kawasaki Z650 2023
Kawasaki Z650 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 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 width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)127 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2017

It's really fantastic how much equipment you can buy in the 125cc class these days. The KTM 125 Duke is not only convincing with plenty of power and quick turn-in behaviour, its appearance is also very classy. Thanks to the aggressive look and the ultra-modern TFT display, the 125 Duke looks like a shrunken 1290 Super Duke R. A whole lot of motorbike in a small package.

Pull-through

Quick turn-in behaviour

Compact dimensions

Very easy to ride

Great looks

TFT display

Brake weaker than the competition

Kawasaki Z650 2023

Kawasaki Z650 2023

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Kawasaki Z650

Price KTM 125 Duke

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z650

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