KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014
Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power135 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,400 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque111 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandShowa

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

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

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,435 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2014

More power, more kilos, more rubber . It is certainly not the most manageable, which makes climbing the Tyrolean mountains over hundreds of hairpin bends exhausting at times. But it is more mature than the Street Triple, knows how to glide along the valley smoothly and without getting on your nerves, and for some reason feels more trustworthy and secure.

Powerful three-cylinder engine

sporty driving feel

upright seating

stable frame.

Showa suspension elements slightly uncomfortable

stubborn handling.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price Triumph Speed Triple 1050

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