Honda CB 1000 R 2021 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Overview - Honda CB 1000 R 2021 vs KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Technical Specifications Honda CB 1000 R 2021 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	75 mm	Bore	101 mm
Engine power	Engine power	145 HP	Engine power	120 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Backbone	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	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.2 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

The 1-litre version of the Neo Sport Cafe Racer shows that it doesn't always have to be the golden mean. In all honesty, it has to be said that the largest of all the representatives also feels the most "grown-up". The electronic equipment of the 1000 in the + version leaves almost nothing to be desired and the handling is extremely rider-friendly for this class. Playfully easy cornering with a well-tuned chassis, snappy brakes and low weight seem to be the recipe for success in terms of smoothness. In terms of performance, the CB1000R+ unfortunately has to make concessions. With 145 hp, the Honda is not a brute rocket, but it is all the more controllable for it. And 145 hp with a full tank of 213 kg is more than enough for maximum riding pleasure on country roads!

Flawless responsiveness of the power unit

Honda-typical extremely rideable 1000

Good electronics package (ABS, traction control, riding modes..)

Smooth and precise gearbox

Excellent functioning quickshifter

Black/white LCD not quite up to date and not ideally readable in direct sunlight

tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

You can still enter the corner with precision or turn the bike on. You can still correct every radius easily and at will. The Superduke is still more fun than a leather trouser. And you can still take on anyone with it.

High performance device

extreme potential - not fully achievable.

Geometry

suboptimal ride comfort

instrument design.