Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2018

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

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Overview - Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 vs KTM 790 Duke 2018

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 and the KTM 790 Duke 2018 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Street Triple 765 RS has 123 HP while the 790 Duke has 105 HP. This gives the Triumph a slight advantage in terms of raw power.

Both bikes have three cylinders, but the Street Triple has a larger displacement at 765 ccm compared to the 799 ccm of the 790 Duke. This means that the Street Triple may have a slight advantage in terms of torque and overall performance.

When it comes to suspension, the Street Triple features a Showa upside-down telescopic fork in the front and an Öhlins monoshock in the rear. On the other hand, the 790 Duke has a WP upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a WP monoshock in the rear. Both bikes offer adjustable suspension, but the Street Triple offers more adjustment options with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. Additionally, the Street Triple has an aluminum swing arm, while the 790 Duke has a swing arm made of aluminum.

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes in the front with four pistons. However, the Street Triple has larger diameter disks at 310 mm compared to the 300 mm disks on the 790 Duke. The Street Triple also features radial, monoblock technology, which may offer better braking performance.

Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Street Triple also includes ride by wire and a quickshifter as standard, which can enhance the riding experience.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Street Triple has a slightly shorter wheelbase at 1410 mm compared to the 1475 mm of the 790 Duke. Both bikes have the same seat height at 825 mm. The Street Triple is also slightly lighter with a dry weight of 166 kg compared to the 169 kg of the 790 Duke. However, the 790 Duke has a smaller fuel tank capacity at 14 l compared to the 17.4 l of the Street Triple.

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

In terms of strengths, the Street Triple has a wonderfully sporty engine, a quickshifter as standard, and an excellent braking system. It also has ABS and traction control as standard and a cool look. Additionally, its low weight can enhance its agility and handling.

On the other hand, the 790 Duke has a lively, high-revving engine with powerful acceleration. It also has an optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding and many electronic gimmicks and functions. The bike offers an extremely precise quickshifter, making fast riding easier. Furthermore, it has a comfortable seating position.

In terms of weaknesses, the Street Triple has complicated menu navigation, which may be a downside for some riders. On the other hand, the 790 Duke can be rough in handling at low revs and may not be as suitable for city traffic. Some riders have also reported oil leaks at the engine block on many 790 Dukes. Additionally, the 790 Duke has fiddly-looking switches on the handlebars, which may not be as aesthetically pleasing to some riders.

Overall, both the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 and the KTM 790 Duke 2018 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Street Triple offers a sportier engine and excellent braking system, while the 790 Duke has a lively engine and many electronic features. Riders should consider their preferences and priorities to choose the bike that suits them best.

Technical Specifications Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017
KTM 790 Duke 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore78 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke53.4 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power123 HPEngine power105 HP
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement765 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel115 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandWP
TravelTravel131 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.1 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,410 mmWheelbase1,475 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)166 kgDry Weight (with ABS)169 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.4 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017

The top model among the Street Triples fully deserves the designation. Sportier in all respects than the R version, the RS presents itself on the country road as a fun machine that has few opponents to fear. Trackdays on the racetrack are also an issue, especially since the engine is very sharp, the Brembo brakes are super-sporty and the suspension with the Öhlins damper is wonderfully precise. The handling is a stunner anyway, the Street Triple is still the lightest in its class. The standard quickshifter further consolidates the position of the top model.

wonderfully sporty engine

quickshifter as standard

throaty sound

excellent braking system

ABS and traction control as standard and can be switched off

cool looks

low weight

complicated menu navigation

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

The KTM 790 Duke L is an absolutely sporty naked bike with a high fun factor. Whether a beginner rider can handle it depends very much on his or her personality and riding behaviour. There are certainly motorbikes better suited for learning, but sporty radius hunters will hardly be satisfied with anything else. The 790 Duke L is also rather unenthusiastic about everyday rides in the city. On the country road, however, it's a blast, even with only 48 hp. Simply a fun bike as it is written in the book.

Lively, high-revving engine with powerful acceleration

optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding

awesome sound even with series muffler

many electronic gimmicks and functions

extremely precise quickshifter that makes fast riding even easier

comfortable seating position

Rough handling at low revs

bitchy in city traffic

sometimes fiddly-looking switches on the handlebars

oil leak at the engine block on many 790 Dukes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Street Triple 765 RS vs KTM 790 Duke

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 and a KTM 790 Duke 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 is about 9% higher. A Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 experiences a loss of 20 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 580 USD for a KTM 790 Duke 2018. Compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018 there are less Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 24. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 58 days compared to 67 days for the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 26 reviews for the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS was published on 1/10/2017 and now has more than 58,400 views. This compares to more than 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 11/9/2016.

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