Indian FTR Sport 2023 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Indian FTR Sport 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Overview - Indian FTR Sport 2023 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Indian FTR Sport 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Technical Specifications Indian FTR Sport 2023 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Indian FTR Sport 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Indian FTR Sport 2023

KTM 890 Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	90.7 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73.6 mm	Stroke	68.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	123 HP	Engine power	121 HP
Torque	Torque	118 Nm	Torque	99 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,203 ccm	Displacement	890 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	140 mm

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	150 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	25.3 degree	Rake	65.7 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

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	180 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	1,525 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	780 mm	Seat Height	834 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	223 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	166 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
Range	Range	240 km	Range	295 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	133 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.4 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.74 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian FTR Sport 2023

The Indian FTR Sport attracts attention neither through its sportiness, nor through its engine, nor its flattracker look alone. Rather, it is the unique overall package that makes it stand out. A powerful, American V2 in a chic neo-retro flattrack design and naked bike ergonomics cannot be found anywhere else. So if you are a fan of this special combination, you almost have to go for the FTR and you won't regret it. Any weaknesses go hand in hand with the special features. Only a quickshifter and a little more tank capacity could have been added.

American V2 engine with decent pressure from the rev range

unique overall package

comprehensive electronics package

clean look

intuitive operation of the TFT touchscreen

pleasant naked-bike ergonomics.

No quickshifter

small tank capacity

long charging time of the electronics when starting the motorbike.

KTM 890 Duke R 2023

The KTM 890 Duke R is the sportiest evolutionary stage of the 890 Duke. More power, firmer chassis, sharper brakes - these ingredients, together with the already low vehicle weight, make it a real precision machine. A fast and cool bike for riding fun fetishists, ambitious home track heaters and, last but not least, a real recommendation for trackday visitors. However, the sporty positioning of the upper body and the somewhat more acute knee angle come at the expense of comfort. Last but not least, the adjustable suspension in the basic setup is really crisply tuned. If you want to enjoy the powerful 890 engine and the high-quality electronics a little more comfortably, you can still go for the basic model with a clear conscience.

powerful and rev-happy engine

finely controllable response

good (optional) quickshifter

sporty seating position ensures great front-wheel feel

high-quality adjustable suspension

powerful Brembo brakes

low vehicle weight

extensive (partly optional) electronics

Sitting position more demanding than on the basic model

tight basic set-up not to everyone's taste