KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs. Brabus 1300 R 2022

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

Brabus 1300 R 2022

Brabus 1300 R 2022

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs Brabus 1300 R 2022

The KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the Brabus 1300 R 2022 are both naked bikes with powerful engines and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are several key differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Brabus 1300 R 2022 has a significant advantage with 180 HP compared to the KTM 890 Duke 2021's 115 HP. The Brabus also has a higher torque of 140 Nm compared to the KTM's 92 Nm. This means that the Brabus offers a more exhilarating and powerful riding experience.

Both bikes have a fuel injection system and liquid cooling, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. They also have a two-cylinder engine configuration and a chromium-molybdenum frame, providing strength and stability.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and monoshock absorbers at the rear. The Brabus 1300 R 2022 offers more adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments, allowing riders to fine-tune their suspension settings for different riding conditions.

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

Both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with four-piston calipers, ensuring excellent stopping power. The Brabus 1300 R 2022 has larger brake discs with a diameter of 320 mm and utilizes radial and monoblock technology, further enhancing braking performance.

In terms of rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie features. The Brabus 1300 R 2022 also includes suspension that is electronically adjustable and a shift assistant with blipper, providing additional convenience and control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. However, the Brabus 1300 R 2022 has a wider rear tire width of 200 mm compared to the KTM's 180 mm. The Brabus also has a slightly higher seat height of 845 mm compared to the KTM's 820 mm. Additionally, the Brabus has a larger fuel tank capacity of 16 liters compared to the KTM's 14 liters.

Both bikes come equipped with connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The Brabus 1300 R 2022 offers additional features such as LED daytime running lights, a heated seat, and high-quality carbon parts, enhancing both comfort and aesthetics.

Brabus 1300 R 2022

Brabus 1300 R 2022

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is praised for its rev-happy engine, lively handling, buttery-smooth quickshifter, and comprehensive electronics package. It is also noted that the base model does not leave riders desiring the R version on the country road.

On the other hand, the Brabus 1300 R 2022 is commended for its pleasant and controllable nature, brutal engine when needed, high-quality rider assistance systems, comfortable seating position for tall riders, and agile yet precise handling. The electronic chassis allows for a wide range of use and the high-quality braking system provides excellent stability, even in fast bends.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is criticized for its quickshifter being an additional cost. The Brabus 1300 R 2022 has some limitations in terms of visibility in the rear-view mirrors and the possibility of the mirrors pressing on the knees during tight bends. Additionally, the buttons and switches at the left-hand end of the handlebar are noted to be somewhat fiddly and difficult to operate with gloves on.

Overall, both the KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the Brabus 1300 R 2022 offer impressive performance, advanced features, and high-quality components. However, the Brabus 1300 R 2022 stands out with its more powerful engine, additional adjustability, and premium features.

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke 2021 compared to Brabus 1300 R 2022

KTM 890 Duke 2021
Brabus 1300 R 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90.7 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66 degreeRake64.8 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail106 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, 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 width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Brabus 1300 R 2022

Brabus 1300 R 2022

Brabus has set the bar high for future developments with its first motorbike. On the one hand, the 1300 R appears very mature, high-quality and high-performance. On the other hand, it is also classy and exclusive. The parts and components used are practical and not only look sexy, but are also a pleasure to ride in everyday life. A good motorbike.

Pleasant to control but brutal engine when needed

high-quality rider assistance systems

very high-quality carbon parts

pleasant seat

comfortable seating position even for tall riders

electronic chassis allows a wide range of use

high-quality braking system

agile but also precise handling

good stability even in fast bends.

Visibility in rear-view mirrors somewhat limited

on narrow bends, rear-view mirrors can press on the knees

buttons and switches at the left-hand end of the handlebar somewhat fiddly and difficult to operate with gloves on

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke vs Brabus 1300 R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke 2021 and a Brabus 1300 R 2022. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 22. It takes less time to sell a Brabus 1300 R with 3 days compared to 78 days for the KTM 890 Duke. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke and 3 reviews for the Brabus 1300 R since model year 2022. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke was published on 1/19/2021 and now has more than 37,800 views. This compares to more than 59,300 views for the first review on Brabus 1300 R published on 2/11/2022.

Price KTM 890 Duke

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Price Brabus 1300 R

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