KTM 990 Supermoto 2008 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 990 Supermoto 2008

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Overview - KTM 990 Supermoto 2008 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 990 Supermoto 2008

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Supermoto 2008 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 990 Supermoto 2008

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 990 Supermoto 2008

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine power	Engine power	115 HP	Engine power	173 HP
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	999 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	875 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Supermoto 2008

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

With generous standard equipment, a retuned engine and unmistakably edgy KTM design, the 1290 Super Duke GT aims to enter the sport touring segment. With rideable performance and the full power of the naked bike in the spirit of the "Ready-to-Race" credo, it stands out from the competition not only visually. The mattighofen sports fanatics even fit heated grips and cruise control to offer frequent riders a nice spot. Somehow they still manage to remain credible and to trigger storms of enthusiasm in the rider.

extensive standard equipment

sensational engine

unique design

uncomplicated pannier system

Poor wind protection

manual windshield adjustment

quite high fuel consumption