KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke69 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power175 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,195 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

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 width200 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,425 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2013

The RC8 from KTM has matured into a good motorbike. Unfortunately, the maturing process has taken a little too long. The engine characteristics are good, the chassis as well and the bike is great to ride both on the country road and on the race track.

Well-tuned suspension elements

fairly agile

acceptable brakes

positive cornering.

Performance could be higher

primarily designed for country roads.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs KTM 1190 RC8 R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price KTM 1190 RC8 R

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