Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Overview - Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021 vs KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Technical Specifications Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	81 mm	Bore	101 mm
Engine power	Engine power	217 HP	Engine power	132 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	999.89 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin-Spar	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,455 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	865 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.1 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP 2021

The SC82 was already a hit when it was released in 2020 with the aforementioned minor flaws, which Honda has now successfully eliminated in 2022. A big advantage for road and race track. The new Fireblade is once again a top performer for both disciplines and is sure to secure a place at the very top.

Great engine

Good electronics set-up

Top rideability and feedback

Knee angle very narrow, especially for taller riders

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2009

Engine, chassis and brakes mastered the tough test in the race perfectly. The world press was convinced and is now reporting around the globe about a race on a racing motorbike that is actually a normal road bike with registration, warranty and number plate.

Powerful engine

plenty of power

positive handling

sophisticated design

adjustment options

braking system.

Chassis is not suitable for beginners

visually remains the same.