Honda VTX 1800 2005 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda VTX 1800 2005

Honda VTX 1800 2005

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

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Overview - Honda VTX 1800 2005 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda VTX 1800 2005

Honda VTX 1800 2005

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Technical Specifications Honda VTX 1800 2005 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda VTX 1800 2005
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power97 HPEngine power173 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,795 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

WheelbaseWheelbase1,715 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height693 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda VTX 1800 2005

Honda VTX 1800 2005

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda VTX 1800 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Honda VTX 1800

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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