KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 vs. KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 vs KTM 890 Duke 2021

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

Starting with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020, it boasts a powerful V-twin engine that delivers 175 HP and 141 Nm of torque. This engine provides a confident and exhilarating riding experience. The bike also features a 6.5-inch color TFT display, which provides clear and detailed information to the rider. Additionally, the Super Duke GT comes with a lavish standard equipment package, including a practical pannier system for added convenience. The semi-active chassis ensures precise handling and agility, making it a joy to ride. The Quickshifter Plus is also worth mentioning, as it functions superbly and enhances the overall riding experience. However, one drawback of the Super Duke GT is its relatively high fuel consumption, which may be a concern for some riders. The polarizing optics of the bike may also not appeal to everyone's taste.

On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is a naked bike that offers a rev-happy inline twin engine, producing 115 HP and 92 Nm of torque. This engine delivers lively and responsive performance, making it a fun bike to ride. The handling of the 890 Duke is also impressive, providing a buttery-smooth experience on the road. The bike comes with an electronics package that includes ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. These advanced rider assistance systems enhance the safety and performance of the bike. The 890 Duke also features connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display, adding to its modern and technologically advanced features. One downside of the 890 Duke is that the quickshifter is available at an extra cost, which may be a disappointment for some riders.

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

In summary, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 are both impressive motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Super Duke GT offers a powerful engine, exemplary agility, and a lavish standard equipment package. On the other hand, the 890 Duke provides a rev-happy engine, lively handling, and a comprehensive electronics package. Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
KTM 890 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore108 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque141 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel156 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,476 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentWindscreen adjustableEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

Do you need 175 hp or even launch control in a touring motorbike? Of course not. Is it fun? Definitely! Although the Super Duke GT can't hide its genes and is undeniably a Duke in terms of agility and cornering power despite its 209 kg dry weight, it's still possible to cruise in a relaxed manner, always assuming a certain "maturity" with such performance data, of course. Because unlike the Super Duke R or even an 890 Duke R, it doesn't constantly suggest the knife between my teeth, but rather a feeling of sovereignty, freely according to the motto "I can, but I don't have to". And all of this comes lavishly equipped as standard, or as one might expect from a motorbike costing 22,499 euros in Austria or 19,053 euros in Germany.

powerful, confident engine

exemplary agility

6.5-inch colour TFT display

lavish standard equipment

precise semi-active chassis

superbly functioning Quickshifter Plus

practical pannier system

Relatively high consumption

polarising optics are not to everyone's taste

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

The predecessor 790 Duke already proved that KTM knows how to build a mid-range naked bike for the road. The new 890 carries the torch with a puffy chest and once again lives up to its scalpel nickname. Lively, it pulls the radii and gives off a certain nervousness that can be interpreted as a wild character. The equipment is almost complete - but only almost. Why do you have to pay extra for the quickshifter when it was standard on the predecessor? It is all the more annoying that the clutchless upshifting and downshifting functions as smoothly as butter and that one would not want to do without it.

Rev-happy engine

lively handling

buttery-smooth quickshifter

electronics package

does not arouse a desire for the R version on the country road.

Quickshifter at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs KTM 890 Duke

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 and a KTM 890 Duke 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 is about 36% higher. A KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 experiences a loss of 1,320 USD in one year and 290 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 350 USD and 1,020 USD for a KTM 890 Duke 2021. Compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021 there are less KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 22. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke with 78 days compared to 104 days for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 22 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT and 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke since model year 2021. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT was published on 11/17/2015 and now has more than 23,600 views. This compares to more than 37,800 views for the first review on KTM 890 Duke published on 1/19/2021.

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