KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 vs. Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015 compared to Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015
Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power124 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2015

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R is undoubtedly a beast in terms of its data - 173 hp, 144 Newton metres of torque, 189 kilos dry weight are values with which you can make an impression on the quarter mile. It's almost a miracle that the Austrian is so easy to handle and agile despite its 1301 cubic capacity. On the country road it is therefore enormous fun, but on the race track you have to have a very precise riding style in order not to have to work a lot on the Super Duke R - but admittedly a very nice form of work! In addition, the expensive Special Edition can fully score visually with its many power parts and the beautiful paintwork

Superb engine

agile handling

comfortable seating position

bombastic braking system

classy look

somewhat nervous handling on the racetrack

high price

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

The Yamaha R6 2017 is still a visually and dynamically radical supersport motorbike that is one of the best and probably the last of its kind. The EURO4 standard costs the 599 cubic in-line four-cylinder with titanium valves a whole 11 hp compared to the 2007/2008 model. Yamaha is clearly targeting hobby, amateur and professional racers who don't care about standard performance anyway. With more than 50 accessories, the R6 can be upgraded according to need and budget. However, everyone should be aware that this can cost a lot of money.

Strong, direct brakes

sharp looks

automatic gearshift

good wind protection

precise handling

high transparency

radical seating position unsuitable for touring

standard power only 118.4 hp

upgrade cost-intensive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha YZF-R6

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