KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2016

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 features a V-type engine with 180 HP of power and 140 Nm of torque. It has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1301 ccm. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has an in-line engine with 160 HP of power and 112 Nm of torque. It has 4 cylinders and a displacement of 999 ccm.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for their front suspension, but the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has a single swing arm for its rear suspension, while the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has a swing arm. Both bikes have a monoshock for their rear shock absorber.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has an aluminum frame. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has a tubular frame type, while the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has a twin tube frame type.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four pistons, but the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has radial, monoblock technology, while the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has radial technology.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a shift assistant with blipper, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The BMW S 1000 R 2016 offers dynamic suspension.

BMW S 1000 R 2016

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 200 mm. The front and rear tire diameters are both 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1497 mm, a seat height of 835 mm, a kerb weight (with ABS) of 209 kg, and a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2016 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 190 mm. The front and rear tire diameters are both 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1439 mm, a seat height of 814 mm, a kerb weight (with ABS) of 207 kg, and a fuel tank capacity of 17.5 liters.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 offers brutal performance, accessible handling, a fully adjustable and stable chassis, high-quality standard tires, a comfortable seating position, and acceptable fuel consumption. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2016 offers a powerful and well-controllable engine, a powerful braking system, and a comfortable seating position.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 has a full equipment that needs to be paid for and fiddly indicator operation. The BMW S 1000 R 2016 has irresistible but expensive optional extras and a hard chassis.