KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 vs. Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 are both sport touring motorcycles with similar technical specifications. However, they have some differences in terms of engine power, suspension, chassis, brakes, assistance systems, dimensions, weights, and equipment.

In terms of engine power, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 has a V engine type with 175 HP, while the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 has an inline engine type with 142 HP. The KTM has a higher torque of 141 Nm compared to the Kawasaki's 111 Nm. Both motorcycles have a 4-stroke engine with a chain transmission.

Regarding suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the KTM has a front suspension travel of 125 mm, while the Kawasaki has a travel of 120 mm. The KTM also offers more adjustment options for the front suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound. In terms of rear suspension, the KTM has a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 156 mm, while the Kawasaki has a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 144 mm. The KTM also offers more adjustment options for the rear suspension.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 has an aluminum frame.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front, but the KTM uses Brembo brakes, while the Kawasaki uses Tokico brakes. The KTM also has radial and monoblock technology for the front brakes, while the Kawasaki has radial, monoblock, and petal technology.

In terms of assistance systems, both motorcycles have ABS and traction control. However, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 offers more advanced rider assistance systems, including riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, and cruise control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have the same front and rear tire width and diameter. The KTM has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1482 mm, compared to the Kawasaki's 1440 mm. The seat height of the KTM is 835 mm, while the Kawasaki's seat height is 834.98 mm. The KTM also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters, compared to the Kawasaki's 19 liters.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have adjustable windscreens. However, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 offers additional features such as LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and LED lights all around.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 has improved engine smoothness, a powerful engine, and a top-functioning automatic gearshift with a blipper. It is also easy to control and has an adjustable footrest system and a clear and easy-to-read 6.5-inch TFT display. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 has a refined and powerful engine, balanced handling, a comfortable chassis, a comfortable seating position, modern looks, good brakes, a color TFT display, and cruise control as standard.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 is subjective as the design is still a matter of taste. The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 has a minor weakness in that the windshield can only be adjusted with both hands.

Overall, both the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 are capable sport touring motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore108 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power142 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque141 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch 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
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel156 mmTravel144 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake65.5 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock, Petal
BrandBrandBremboBrandTokico

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height834.98 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentWindscreen adjustableEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019

KTM has not brought a completely new Superduke GT for 2019, but has improved the improved the machine in detail. Conclusion: Extremely successful! Simply an amazing rocket!

Improved engine smoothness

Brutal steam hammer characteristic has been retained

Engine incredibly powerful - even at 180 km/h upwards

Top functioning automatic gearshift with blipper is on board

Very easy to control - even if you switch off the very well functioning electronics

Adjustable footrest system

Clear and easy-to-read 6.5 inch TFT display

Design is still a matter of taste despite optical "slimming"

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX is more evolution than revolution - but what is the point of reinventing everything in a balanced sports tourer? But the new name is definitely justified, with the many new features made possible by the Ride-by-Wire system, among others, the sports tourer is absolutely up to date. Cornering ABS, modern traction control and riding modes provide safety and adjustment options to personal preferences, the shift assistant favours sport as well as touring. What's more, the price is hot (at least in Austria)!

Refined and powerful engine

balanced handling

comfortable chassis

sufficiently comfortable seating position

modern looks

good brakes

LED lights all around

colour TFT display

cruise control standard

Windshield can be adjusted without tools but only with both hands

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 and a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. Compared to Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX 2020 there are more KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 12 compared to 10. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT with 79 days compared to 83 days for a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 22 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT and 13 reviews for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX since model year 2020. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT was published on 11/17/2015 and now has more than 23,600 views. This compares to more than 40,500 views for the first review on Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX published on 11/5/2019.

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