KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are both powerful naked bikes from KTM, but they have some key differences.

In terms of engine and drivetrain, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 features a V-twin engine with a power output of 180 HP and a torque of 140 Nm. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 has an inline twin engine with a power output of 121 HP and a torque of 99 Nm. The 1290 Super Duke R has a larger displacement of 1301cc compared to the 890 Duke R's 890cc.

Both bikes have liquid cooling and fuel injection systems. The 1290 Super Duke R has 2 cylinders, while the 890 Duke R also has 2 cylinders.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature a telescopic upside-down fork at the front, with the 1290 Super Duke R having a WP fork and the 890 Duke R also featuring a WP fork. At the rear, the 1290 Super Duke R has a single swingarm suspension with a monoshock, while the 890 Duke R also has a single swingarm suspension with a monoshock. However, the 1290 Super Duke R offers more adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments, while the 890 Duke R only has preload adjustment.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

Both bikes have a chromium-molybdenum frame and a tubular frame type. The braking system on both bikes consists of dual discs at the front with a diameter of 320mm and four-piston calipers. The 1290 Super Duke R has radial monoblock calipers, while the 890 Duke R has radial calipers.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the 1290 Super Duke R also includes additional features such as cornering ABS, cruise control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The 1290 Super Duke R has a wider rear tire with a width of 200mm, while the 890 Duke R has a rear tire width of 180mm. Both bikes have a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The 1290 Super Duke R has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1497mm compared to the 890 Duke R's 1482mm. The seat height is similar for both bikes, with the 1290 Super Duke R at 835mm and the 890 Duke R at 834mm. In terms of weight, the 1290 Super Duke R is heavier with a dry weight of 189kg (with ABS) compared to the 890 Duke R's 166kg (with ABS). The fuel tank capacity is also larger for the 1290 Super Duke R at 16 liters compared to the 890 Duke R's 14 liters.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

In terms of range and fuel consumption, the 890 Duke R has a slightly higher range of 295km compared to the 1290 Super Duke R's 259km. The 890 Duke R also has a lower combined fuel consumption of 4.74 l/100km compared to the 1290 Super Duke R's 6.17 l/100km.

In terms of strengths, the 1290 Super Duke R offers brutal performance, accessible handling, a fully adjustable and stable chassis, high-quality stock tires, a comfortable seating position, and acceptable fuel consumption. On the other hand, the 890 Duke R boasts a sporty and high-revving engine, an excellent quick-shifting gearbox, an excellent electronic package, excellent brakes, a good chassis, and easy-to-ride handling with its low perceptible weight.

In terms of weaknesses, the 1290 Super Duke R's full equipment comes at an additional cost, and it has a complicated indicator operation. The 890 Duke R, on the other hand, has cheap buttons and switches, such as the indicator switch, and slightly nervous geometry.

Overall, both the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are powerful and capable naked bikes, but they cater to different riders with their respective strengths and weaknesses.