KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,150 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque52.3 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,150 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio9.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,398 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity13.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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