KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014
Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio10.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price Kawasaki Z900 RS 50th Anniversary

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