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KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 vs. Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 vs Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 compared to Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020
Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore108 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque141 NmTorque102 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.6 Compression Ratio10.3
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)234 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)250 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT clearly focuses on sport in sport touring, but can also convince with its long-distance qualities. In the 2022 model year, among other things, the right steps were taken with the new TFT display to modernise it without losing the brutal character - which its owners appreciate. If you are looking for a true all-rounder and don't mind the looks, you can't go wrong with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT!

Powerful engine

Agile handling

7 inch display

Seating position

Comfort

Height-adjustable windscreen

Jerkiness below 2,500 rpm

unconventional appearance: gearshift assistant at extra cost

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs Kawasaki Versys 1000

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

Model year
Current average market prices

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