KTM 690 Duke 2013 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2018
KTM 690 Duke 2013
KTM 790 Duke 2018
Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2013 vs KTM 790 Duke 2018
The KTM 690 Duke 2013 is a naked bike with a single-cylinder engine that produces 68 horsepower. It has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 690cc. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP, while the rear suspension also comes from WP. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The front brakes have four pistons and use radial technology. The bike features advanced rider assistance systems such as ride by wire. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 160mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1466mm and the seat height is 835mm. The fuel tank has a capacity of 14 liters.
The KTM 790 Duke 2018 is also a naked bike but with a two-cylinder engine that produces 105 horsepower. It has a liquid cooling system and a displacement of 799cc. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP, and the rear suspension is also from WP. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The front brakes have four pistons and use radial technology. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the 790 Duke offers ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1475mm and the seat height is 825mm. The fuel tank has a capacity of 14 liters.
KTM 690 Duke 2013
In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Duke 2013 is praised for its light weight, sufficient power, and low consumption. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 is appreciated for its lively, high-revving engine with powerful acceleration, optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding, and awesome sound even with the series muffler. It also offers many electronic gimmicks and functions, including ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The bike is also commended for its extremely precise quickshifter that makes fast riding even easier and its comfortable seating position.
KTM 790 Duke 2018
However, the KTM 690 Duke 2013 has some weaknesses. It does not allow for chassis adjustment, and it is considered to have low comfort. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 has been criticized for its rough handling at low revs and its behavior in city traffic. Some riders also find the switches on the handlebars to be fiddly-looking. Additionally, there have been reports of oil leaks at the engine block on many 790 Dukes.
Overall, while the KTM 690 Duke 2013 offers a lightweight and efficient option, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 provides a more powerful and feature-rich riding experience, albeit with some potential drawbacks.
Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2013 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 690 Duke 2013
For pure fun, the 690 Duke without the R is already sufficient. The potent single-cylinder engine is almost identical, as is the weight and handling, and the appearance is too similar to be a real selling point for the 690 Duke R.
KTM 790 Duke 2018
The KTM 790 Duke L is an absolutely sporty naked bike with a high fun factor. Whether a beginner rider can handle it depends very much on his or her personality and riding behaviour. There are certainly motorbikes better suited for learning, but sporty radius hunters will hardly be satisfied with anything else. The 790 Duke L is also rather unenthusiastic about everyday rides in the city. On the country road, however, it's a blast, even with only 48 hp. Simply a fun bike as it is written in the book.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs KTM 790 Duke
There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Duke 2013 and a KTM 790 Duke 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Duke 2018 is about 51% higher. A KTM 690 Duke 2013 experiences a loss of 200 GBP in one year and 620 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 590 GBP and 910 GBP for a KTM 790 Duke 2018. Compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018 there are less KTM 690 Duke 2013 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 9 compared to 24. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 58 days compared to 60 days for the KTM 690 Duke. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the KTM 690 Duke was published on 28/09/2007 and now has more than 14,800 views. This compares to more than 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 09/11/2016.
