KTM 790 Duke 2023 vs. Zero DSR 2021

KTM 790 Duke 2023

Zero DSR 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2023 compared to Zero DSR 2021

KTM 790 Duke 2023

Zero DSR 2021

KTM 790 Duke 2023

Zero DSR 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Electric
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	69 HP
Torque	Torque	87 Nm	Torque	146 Nm
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	178 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Showa
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	179 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	63.5 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,427 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	843 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2023

The KTM scores with a terrific engine and a high-quality electronics package. The look divides the motorbike community. Not all motorcyclists like the front. In direct comparison with other bikes in the class, however, the price no longer seems as attractive as it used to!

Strong engine

Sporty engine that is superior to other bikes in this price range

Pleasant running culture from the engine

High-quality electronics

Good ergonomics for tall riders

Cheeky sound

Taut chassis for sporty riding.

Suspension not adjustable

Mediocre brakes

Relatively high price compared to other bikes in this class.

Zero DSR 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Duke vs Zero DSR

Price KTM 790 Duke

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices

Price Zero DSR

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.