KTM 790 Duke 2019 vs. Honda CL500 2023

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Honda CL500 2023

Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2019 vs Honda CL500 2023

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Honda CL500 2023

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Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2019 compared to Honda CL500 2023

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Honda CL500 2023

KTM 790 Duke 2019

Honda CL500 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	65.7 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	47 HP
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	799 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	150 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Pro-Link
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	145 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	27 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,485 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	12 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2019

A sporty naked bike that not only has enough power, but also playful handling and high-quality equipment - the KTM 790 Duke ticks all the boxes. If the looks don't bother you, it's hard to find anything the 790 can't do well, because in its hunting ground - the country road - it forms a wonderfully rounded package that doesn't really leave anything to be desired. Initial teething troubles have also been solved, which is why the KTM 790 Duke is still a real recommendation!

high-revving two-cylinder

quickshifter + as standard

great chassis set-up

playful handling

high-quality electronics package

TFT display

good price/performance ratio

Suspension spring preload adjustable at the rear only

Honda CL500 2023

Uncomplicated scrambler with a cool look, light-footed handling and a rev-happy engine - riding fun guaranteed for everyone. The CL500 proves to be a fun companion for every day on paved and unpaved roads. With a wide range of accessories available ex works, the Scrambler can be completely customised.

attractive price

comfortable ergonomics

stylish look

agile, easy handling

Display poorly legible

little long-distance comfort