KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs. Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
In terms of engine power, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 comes out on top with 180 HP compared to the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022's 175 HP. Both bikes have impressive torque figures, with the KTM offering 140 Nm and the Aprilia providing 121 Nm. The KTM has a larger engine displacement of 1301 ccm compared to the Aprilia's 1077 ccm.
When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the KTM is equipped with WP suspension, while the Aprilia uses Sachs suspension. In terms of the rear suspension, the KTM has a single swing arm with WP suspension, while the Aprilia has a swing arm with Sachs suspension.
In terms of chassis, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 features a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022 has an aluminum frame.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320 mm for the KTM and 330 mm for the Aprilia. Both bikes also have four-piston calipers and use Brembo braking technology.
In terms of rider assistance systems, both bikes offer advanced features such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, and traction control. The KTM also includes ride by wire and anti-wheelie, while the Aprilia adds anti-rollover control, launch control, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, and additional riding modes.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 200 mm, with a diameter of 17 inches for both. The KTM has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1497 mm compared to the Aprilia's 1450 mm. The seat height is also slightly higher on the KTM at 835 mm compared to the Aprilia's 825 mm. The dry weight of the KTM with ABS is 189 kg, while the Aprilia weighs slightly less at 185 kg.
In terms of range and fuel consumption, the KTM offers a range of 259 km and a combined fuel consumption of 6.17 l/100km. The Aprilia has a slightly lower range of 239 km and a higher combined fuel consumption of 7.2 l/100km.
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 is praised for its powerful engine, agile and comfortable seating position, decent braking power, stable chassis, fully adjustable suspension, comprehensive electronics package, and acceptable fuel consumption considering its high power.
On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022 is praised for its powerful and refined V4 powerplant, great sound, fully adjustable suspension, comfortable seating position, stable handling, good brakes, and distinctive look.
As for weaknesses, the KTM lacks a standard shift assistant with blipper, while the Aprilia's chassis is not electronically adjustable and its display is somewhat untidy.
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.
Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022
Like its predecessor, the Aprilia Tuono V4 is a naked bike and not an explicit touring machine. However, the technicians from Noale have very cleverly raised the handlebars compared to the Factory version, fitted a more comfortable saddle and attached a larger windshield. This means that the Tuono V4 still looks really smart, but can actually go on bigger tours than its extremely sporty sister. The suspension of the normal Tuono V4 has to do without electronic adjustability (which would make perfect sense on a touring machine), but the Sachs suspension elements are fully adjustable. Handling, on the other hand, is wonderfully sporty thanks to the stable chassis, and the brakes can be applied firmly without appearing too aggressive. There is no lack of electronic helpers, while the standard cruise control emphasises the touring character, wheelie and launch control make it clear that the "Tourono V4" also wants to let it rip!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Aprilia Tuono V4 1100
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 and a Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 2022 there are more KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 7. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Duke R with 91 days compared to 181 days for a Aprilia Tuono V4 1100. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R and 6 reviews for the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 since model year 2021. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R was published on 11/8/2012 and now has more than 4,900 views. This compares to more than 74,600 views for the first review on Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 published on 11/16/2016.
