KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2018

BMW S 1000 R 2018

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs BMW S 1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

BMW S 1000 R 2018

BMW S 1000 R 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 compared to BMW S 1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
BMW S 1000 R 2018
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
BMW S 1000 R 2018
BMW S 1000 R 2018

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

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

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,439 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height814 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

The KTM is and remains the most brutal naked bike on the market. The upright seating position combined with the wild V2 power make it seem more brutal than it is on paper. It has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs smoother, the shift assistant brings calm in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved. It still loves the wild chase more than high cornering speed on long bends.

Provides the most adrenaline rush

Extensive configuration options when buying

Grandiose brakes

Great original equipment tyres

Practical electronic features

Great seating position for tall people

Electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated.

Shift assistant nice, but in direct comparison with other power nakeds a bit rough

Exhausting to ride

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

The most dangerous motorbike for the driving licence on the market.

BMW S 1000 R 2018

BMW S 1000 R 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs BMW S 1000 R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price BMW S 1000 R

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