Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2014 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke42.5 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power124 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Yamaha YZF-R6 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

With generous standard equipment, a retuned engine and unmistakably edgy KTM design, the 1290 Super Duke GT aims to enter the sport touring segment. With rideable performance and the full power of the naked bike in the spirit of the "Ready-to-Race" credo, it stands out from the competition not only visually. The mattighofen sports fanatics even fit heated grips and cruise control to offer frequent riders a nice spot. Somehow they still manage to remain credible and to trigger storms of enthusiasm in the rider.

extensive standard equipment

sensational engine

unique design

uncomplicated pannier system

Poor wind protection

manual windshield adjustment

quite high fuel consumption

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R6 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Price Yamaha YZF-R6

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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