Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

Details

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	90.7 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.5 mm	Stroke	68.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	121 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	10.5 Nm	Torque	99 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	2	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,078 ccm	Displacement	890 ccm

Suspension Front

Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,462 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	834 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1100 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry