KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel156 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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