KTM 890 Duke R 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

In terms of engine and drive train, both the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 have inline engines with similar power outputs. The KTM has a slightly higher horsepower of 121 HP compared to the Yamaha's 119 HP. The torque on the KTM is also slightly higher at 99 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 93 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

In terms of suspension, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 features an upside-down telescopic fork from WP in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock also from WP in the rear. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021, on the other hand, has an upside-down telescopic fork from Kayaba in the front and a swing arm with a monoshock from Öhlins in the rear. The Yamaha offers more adjustability with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments on the rear shock absorber.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 has an aluminum frame. The KTM has a tubular frame type, while the Yamaha has a twin tube frame type.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front, with the KTM having a larger diameter of 320 mm compared to the Yamaha's 298 mm. Both bikes also come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, traction control, and riding modes. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 offers additional features like cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1482 mm compared to the Yamaha's 1430 mm. The seat height on the KTM is also slightly higher at 834 mm compared to the Yamaha's 825 mm. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters, with the KTM offering a slightly longer range of 295 km compared to the Yamaha's 280 km. The combined fuel consumption on the KTM is also slightly lower at 4.74 l/100km compared to the Yamaha's 5 l/100km.

Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 is praised for its high revving and sporty engine, excellent quickshifter, great electronics package, great brakes, good chassis, and driving-friendly handling due to its low weight. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 is praised for its upright and comfortable seating position, well-tuned chassis, quick and easy adjustability of mappings and traction control, high-quality workmanship, lovely details, and great tuned engine with excellent acceleration and pressure in the relevant rev range.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 is criticized for its cheap buttons and switches, such as the indicator switch, and slightly nervous geometry. The Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 is criticized for its horn being mounted in a crude way and a poor display.

Overall, both the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2021 offer strong performance and features in the naked bike category, with the KTM focusing more on sporty performance and the Yamaha offering a comfortable and well-tuned riding experience.