KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs. Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
KTM 690 Duke 2018
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
The KTM 690 Duke 2018 and the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 are both naked bikes with their own unique features and strengths.
Starting with the KTM 690 Duke 2018, it boasts a powerful engine with 73 HP and 70 Nm of torque. It has a single-cylinder engine with liquid cooling and a displacement of 690 ccm. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock also from WP. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular frame type. The front brakes have a diameter of 320 mm. It is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as Ride by Wire. The front and rear tires have a width of 120 mm and 160 mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1466 mm, and the seat height is 835 mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.
On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 offers a more powerful engine with 119 HP and 93 Nm of torque. It has a three-cylinder engine with liquid cooling and a displacement of 889 ccm. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from Kayaba, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock from Öhlins. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin tube frame type. The front brakes have a diameter of 298 mm. It is equipped with advanced rider assistance systems including ABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Cruise control, Traction control, and Anti-wheelie. The front and rear tires have a width of 120 mm and 180 mm respectively, with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1430 mm, and the seat height is 825 mm. It also has a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.
KTM 690 Duke 2018
In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Duke 2018 has a powerful engine that is suitable for everyday use. It also offers many technical aids and is known for its maneuverability. Additionally, it has a smooth running engine.
On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has an extremely agile and powerful engine. It offers a comfortable riding position and high-quality suspension elements from KYB and Öhlins. It also has a good quickshifter with blipper and a distinctive look.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
In terms of weaknesses, some may argue that the KTM 690 Duke 2018 is not a "real" single-cylinder Duke, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts.
On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 has a small TFT display, and the horn is half-heartedly installed at the front. It also has a wider turning circle, which may affect maneuverability in certain situations.
Overall, both bikes have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The KTM 690 Duke 2018 is known for its powerful engine and technical aids, while the Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 offers an agile engine, comfortable riding position, and high-quality suspension elements. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2018 compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 690 Duke 2018
Considering where the KTM Duke family once started, the 690 Duke is an incredible step forward. The engine is extremely refined and at the same time husky for a street-legal single-cylinder. Despite all the technology on board, it is still a very light motorbike and can almost be called a toy (in a good sense). Only its seating position divides opinions, because with the Duke 4 in 2012, the former supermotos became an almost tame naked bike with a front-wheel-oriented seating position. The advantage: everyday life and long tours should not be a problem on the current Duke.
Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023
The Yamaha MT-09 SP already had it easy in the previous generation, as it is the even more refined version of an already really good, because wonderfully agile fun machine! The current SP version is no different, but it has been improved even further. A little more power, increased torque and better-tuned electronics make it even more fun. As expected, the suspension with classier KYB and Öhlins components works excellently, the brakes could be a little sharper, but the seating position is still what you would expect from such an agile and easily controllable fun machine. The few quirks like the small TFT display or the controversial light mask in no way make it worse, but simply an even more independent personality!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs Yamaha MT-09 SP
There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Duke 2018 and a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 is about 68% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 SP 2023 there are less KTM 690 Duke 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 29. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Duke with 82 days compared to 96 days for a Yamaha MT-09 SP. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke and 29 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 SP 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 49,000 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 SP published on 06/11/2017.
