KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 vs. Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 vs Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 and the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022 are both powerful naked bikes with impressive specifications.

In terms of engine power, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP takes the lead with 208 HP compared to the KTM 1290 Super Duke R's 180 HP. However, the KTM has a higher torque of 140 Nm compared to the Ducati's 123 Nm. Both bikes have V-type engines with liquid cooling and fuel injection systems.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and single swing arm suspension at the rear. However, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R is equipped with WP suspension, while the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP boasts Öhlins suspension. Both suspensions offer compression, preload, and rebound adjustments for a customizable riding experience.

In terms of braking, both bikes are equipped with double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 320mm for the KTM and 330mm for the Ducati. Both bikes also feature four-piston radial monoblock Brembo calipers for excellent stopping power.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

When it comes to advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer a range of features. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R includes riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, a shift assistant with blipper, traction control, and anti-wheelie control. The Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP goes a step further with additional features such as electronically adjustable suspension, dynamic suspension, launch control, quickshifter, and cornering ABS.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1497mm compared to the Ducati's 1488mm. The seat height of the Ducati is slightly higher at 845mm compared to the KTM's 835mm. The dry weight of the KTM is 189kg, while the Ducati is lighter at 177kg. However, the kerb weight of the KTM is slightly higher at 209kg compared to the Ducati's 196kg.

Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters, but the KTM offers a longer range of 259km compared to the Ducati's 210km. The combined fuel consumption of the KTM is also lower at 6.17 l/100km compared to the Ducati's 7.6 l/100km.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

In terms of equipment, both bikes feature LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and TFT displays for a modern and stylish look.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 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 Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP excels in stability, feedback, radial response, adjustable footpegs for lean angle clearance, and aesthetics.

However, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a weakness in that full equipment comes at an additional cost and the indicator operation can be fiddly. The Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP's weaknesses lie in availability and price.

In conclusion, both the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 and the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022 are high-performance naked bikes with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on personal preferences, budget, and availability.

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 compared to Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022
Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore108 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke53.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power208 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque123 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque9,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio14
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
DegreesDegrees75 Degrees90
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeDry, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,103 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandÖhlins
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandWPBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeMonocoque
RakeRake64.8 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail106 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width200 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,488 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height845 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)189 kgDry Weight (with ABS)177 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)209 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)196 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange259 kmRange210 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions145 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions178 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.17 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption7.6 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise91 dBStationary noise106 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R retains its brute character for 2022 if you take the beast by the horns. But the Hyper Naked from Mattighofen is also convincing in everyday use and presents itself as a mature all-round companion. Small details could use a little love, but nothing that spoils the positive overall impression of the 1290 Super Duke R.

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022

In summary, Ducati's SP meets the exact specifications of a racetrack-oriented streetfighter that can still be used well on the road, but can unfold its advantages especially on the racetrack, where it noticeably outperforms the V4S. So if you want to put an SP in your garage, you'd better be quick, because there will only be a small number of them!

Stability

Feedback

Radial response

Adjustable footpegs - lean angle clearance

Optics

Availability

Price

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 and a Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022 is about 75% higher. A KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 experiences a loss of 570 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,310 USD for a Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022. Compared to Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP 2022 there are more KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 16 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Duke R with 116 days compared to 212 days for a Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R and 3 reviews for the Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP since model year 2022. 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 35,600 views for the first review on Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP published on 11/11/2021.

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