KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs. Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 compared to Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	88 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	66 mm
Engine power	Engine power	177 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,870 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	144 Nm	Torque	67 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	11
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	803 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,585 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	191 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

The KTM is and remains the most brutal naked bike on the market. The upright seating position combined with the wild V2 power make it seem more brutal than it is on paper. It has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs smoother, the shift assistant brings calm in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved. It still loves the wild chase more than high cornering speed on long bends.

Provides the most adrenaline rush

Extensive configuration options when buying

Grandiose brakes

Great original equipment tyres

Practical electronic features

Great seating position for tall people

Electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated.

Shift assistant nice, but in direct comparison with other power nakeds a bit rough

Exhausting to ride

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

The most dangerous motorbike for the driving licence on the market.