KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs. Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Yamaha R1 2009
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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 compared to Yamaha R1 2009
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha R1
Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R
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Price Yamaha R1
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