KTM 890 Duke R 2020 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Overview - KTM 890 Duke R 2020 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke R 2020 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	90.7 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.8 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	121 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	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
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	890 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	125 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65.7 degree	Rake	64.8 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,497 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	834 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	166 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke R 2020

The KTM 890 Duke R appears playful, handy but with high-quality equipment. The engine and weight are reminiscent of much smaller motorbikes. The power unit revs up lively and hangs directly on the throttle. The bike turns easily and rides light-footed. Braking and the electronics package, however, are in the big league. Therefore, the 890 Duke is a fast and cool bike for country roads and racetracks.

Great electronics package

High-quality brakes

Extensively adjustable chassis

High-revving engine

Playful handling

Slightly nervous tendencies - loose sitting position necessary

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R retains its brute character for 2022 if you take the beast by the horns. But the Hyper Naked from Mattighofen is also convincing in everyday use and presents itself as a mature all-round companion. Small details could use a little love, but nothing that spoils the positive overall impression of the 1290 Super Duke R.

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation