Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

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Overview - Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 vs KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018
KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore79 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke71.4 mmStroke62.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque117 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,150 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.92 Compression Ratio11.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,050 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

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
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.5 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2018

The new Speed Triple has a few things over its predecessor. It is stronger and smarter than the old model, revs higher and is lighter. Switching to the new model is worthwhile if you value these aspects and have the necessary change at hand. In return, you get a versatile motorbike that combines riding comfort for longer country road rides with the riding fun you want for the racetrack. Agile, handy, smart and powerful. This is the best way to describe the Speedy and it will definitely find at least as much favour among its fans as its predecessor.

New technology

Well-functioning electronic aids

Proven engine further developed

More power and speed

High-quality chassis

Many adjustment options

Comfortable seating position

Many optional equipment options

Lack of windshield

High weight

Little ground clearance

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Triple RS vs KTM 990 Super Duke R

Price Triumph Speed Triple RS

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Price KTM 990 Super Duke R

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