KTM 790 Duke 2020 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 790 Duke 2020 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. Both models have a liquid-cooled inline 2-cylinder engine with fuel injection and a displacement of 799cc for the 790 Duke and 890cc for the 890 Duke R. They also share the same suspension setup, with a WP telescopic fork at the front and a WP monoshock with preload adjustment at the rear. The chassis is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular frame. Both models have dual disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300mm for the 790 Duke and 320mm for the 890 Duke R.

In terms of power, the 890 Duke R has the advantage with 121 horsepower compared to the 105 horsepower of the 790 Duke. This makes the 890 Duke R a more powerful and sportier option. The 890 Duke R also has a slightly higher seat height at 834mm compared to the 825mm of the 790 Duke.

Both models come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control. They also have the same tire dimensions, with a 120mm width at the front and a 180mm width at the rear. The wheel diameter is 17 inches for both models.

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of weight, the 890 Duke R is slightly lighter with a dry weight of 166kg compared to the 169kg of the 790 Duke. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

The strengths of the 790 Duke include its high-revving twin-cylinder engine, quickshifter as standard, excellent chassis setup, playful handling, high-quality electronic package, TFT display, and good price-performance ratio.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

On the other hand, the strengths of the 890 Duke R include its sporty and high-revving engine, excellent quickshifter, outstanding electronic package, excellent brakes, good chassis, and easy-to-ride handling with minimal perceived weight.

The weaknesses of the 790 Duke are limited to the rear suspension's adjustable preload only, while the weaknesses of the 890 Duke R include cheap buttons and switches (e.g., indicator switch) and slightly nervous geometry.

In summary, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 offers more power and a sportier riding experience compared to the KTM 790 Duke 2020. Both models have their strengths and weaknesses, but overall, they are both capable and enjoyable naked bikes.