KTM 790 Duke 2020 vs. Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

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Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2020 vs Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

The KTM 790 Duke 2020 and the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are several notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 has a slight advantage with 114 HP compared to the KTM 790 Duke 2020's 105 HP. The Suzuki also has four cylinders, while the KTM has two. This may result in a smoother and more balanced power delivery from the Suzuki.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arms with monoshock absorbers for the rear suspension. However, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has the advantage of a rear suspension with preload adjustment, allowing for more customization and fine-tuning of the bike's handling. The Suzuki GSX-S750 2017, on the other hand, has a rear suspension made of steel, which may result in a slightly heavier overall weight compared to the KTM's aluminum rear suspension.

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with similar diameters. However, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has four-piston calipers, providing potentially better braking performance compared to the Suzuki's double-piston calipers.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 offers more features with ABS, riding modes, and traction control, while the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 only has ABS.

Both bikes have similar dimensions and weights, with the KTM 790 Duke 2020 having a slightly longer wheelbase and higher seat height compared to the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017.

When it comes to strengths, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 has a high-revving two-cylinder engine, a quickshifter as standard, and a great chassis set-up, resulting in playful handling. It also has a high-quality electronics package with a TFT display and offers a good price/performance ratio.

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

On the other hand, the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 boasts a GSX-R 750 engine with a strong character, powerful and well-controlled brakes, and a harmonious design. It is also more affordable and has a sharp sound and great lean angle clearance.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 790 Duke 2020 only has suspension spring preload adjustment at the rear, while the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 has an acute knee angle and a tachometer that may be difficult to read.

Overall, both the KTM 790 Duke 2020 and the Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two will ultimately depend on the rider's preferences and priorities, such as power delivery, handling, advanced rider assistance systems, and price.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2020 compared to Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

KTM 790 Duke 2020
Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke46 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power114 HP
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement749 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel150 mmTravel138 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66 degreeRake64.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

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 width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,475 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height820 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2020

A sporty naked bike that not only has enough power, but also playful handling and high-quality equipment - the KTM 790 Duke ticks all the boxes. If the looks don't bother you, it's hard to find anything the 790 can't do well, because in its hunting ground - the country road - it forms a wonderfully rounded package that doesn't really leave anything to be desired. Initial teething troubles have also been solved, which is why the KTM 790 Duke is still a real recommendation!

high-revving two-cylinder

quickshifter + as standard

great chassis set-up

playful handling

high-quality electronics package

TFT display

good price/performance ratio

Suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear only

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

Suzuki GSX-S750 2017

More power, more performance, more sound. Suzuki also proves all the pessimists regarding the EURO4 standard wrong and delivers the GSX-S 750, a successor to the GSR 750 that has been further developed in every respect and can be a bit more serious, but doesn't have to be. To ensure that aha moments don't become oje moments, ABS and a three-stage traction control that can be switched off provide a safety cushion. With S21 tyres from Bridgestone, the GSX-S is super-sporty, allowing you to take advantage of the generous lean angle clearance. Only the acute knee angle could be a disadvantage on longer tours.

GSX-R 750 engine with strong character

powerful, well-controlled brakes

harmonious design

affordable price

sharp sound

great lean angle clearance

acute knee angle

tachometer difficult to read

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Duke vs Suzuki GSX-S750

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Duke 2020 and a Suzuki GSX-S750 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Duke 2020 is about 8% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-S750 2017 there are more KTM 790 Duke 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 25 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 78 days compared to 84 days for a Suzuki GSX-S750. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke and 14 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-S750 since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 790 Duke was published on 11/9/2016 and now has more than 160,600 views. This compares to more than 50,800 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-S750 published on 10/4/2016.

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