Honda NX500 2024 vs. KTM 690 Duke 2015

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

KTM 690 Duke 2015

KTM 690 Duke 2015

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Overview - Honda NX500 2024 vs KTM 690 Duke 2015

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

KTM 690 Duke 2015

KTM 690 Duke 2015

Technical Specifications Honda NX500 2024 compared to KTM 690 Duke 2015

Honda NX500 2024
KTM 690 Duke 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore102 mm
StrokeStroke66.8 mmStroke84.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power48 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque43 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesRocker arm, OHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement471 ccmDisplacement690 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,466 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)196 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)149.5 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda NX500 2024

Honda NX500 2024

The Honda NX500 is a versatile A2 adventure bike that is particularly at home on tarmac and can offer a lot from everyday riding to relaxed touring. It has no major shortcomings, while at the same time offering many strengths, albeit not spectacular ones. On long journeys, the relaxed riding position and the good suspension, which also performs well on winding roads in combination with the improved brakes, are a delight. Pragmatists can look forward to low fuel consumption and a high range, and it can even cope with light off-roads.

Finely controllable, good-natured engine with linear power delivery

Good brakes

Good, well-balanced suspension

Comfortable seating position

High range

Agile handling

Never overtaxes the rider, but allows riding pleasure

Traction control can be easily deactivated

Transmission shifts very cleanly

Limited off-road capability

ABS not disengageable

somewhat low power and payload (185 kg) for riding with a pillion passenger

KTM 690 Duke 2015

KTM 690 Duke 2015

It is unbelievable how cultivated KTM has developed the single-cylinder without sacrificing performance. It can be considered a stroke of genius that, within the framework of the EURO4 standard, the engine's running culture was raised while at the same time increasing power. The flat torque curve is responsible for the smooth, powerful propulsion. From 4000 revs, the Duke pushes hard and revs up to 8500 revs. Even at low revs, the engine does not stutter or swallow, which is an advantage in the city. The Duke's greatest strength, apart from its rideability, is its manoeuvrability, which is why it can confidently be called a toy. It's only when you're on the racetrack and attacking hard that you wish you had the "R" under your bum.

suitable for everyday use

smooth running

low vibration

highly developed single-cylinder engine

versatile

Track Pack at extra cost

not sporty enough for the racetrack

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda NX500 vs KTM 690 Duke

Price Honda NX500

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Price KTM 690 Duke

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1000PS Partner

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