Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2020

The Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2020 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some key differences between the two models.

In terms of power, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has a 118 HP engine, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a slightly more powerful 121 HP engine. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

The Triumph Street Triple 765 R has a 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 765cc, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 890cc. This difference in cylinder configuration and displacement may result in slightly different performance characteristics.

Both bikes have similar front suspension setups, with upside-down telescopic forks. However, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R features Showa suspension components, while the KTM 890 Duke R features WP suspension components. Both bikes have rear swingarm suspension with monoshock absorbers.

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2020

In terms of braking, both bikes have dual disc front brakes with four-piston calipers. However, the KTM 890 Duke R has slightly larger 320mm diameter discs compared to the 310mm discs on the Triumph Street Triple 765 R. Both bikes feature radial brake technology.

Both bikes have advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1405mm compared to the 1482mm wheelbase of the KTM 890 Duke R. The seat height is also slightly lower on the Triumph Street Triple 765 R at 825mm compared to 834mm on the KTM 890 Duke R. However, the KTM 890 Duke R is slightly lighter with a dry weight of 166kg compared to the 168kg dry weight of the Triumph Street Triple 765 R.

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

The Triumph Street Triple 765 R has a larger fuel tank capacity of 17.4 liters compared to the 14-liter capacity of the KTM 890 Duke R.

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R offers a wide range of usable revs, an active riding position, high stability, an excellent gearbox with a quickshifter, and a first-class chassis. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke R boasts an excellent electronic package, high-quality brakes, a highly adjustable chassis, a high-revving engine, and fun handling.

However, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R has some weaknesses, including early traction control intervention, a seat with poor grip, and an outdated screen. The KTM 890 Duke R has slightly nervous tendencies and requires a loose sitting position.

Overall, both the Triumph Street Triple 765 R and the KTM 890 Duke R are high-performance naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.