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Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore97.6 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque112 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,250 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandMarzocchiBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter220 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandNissinBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

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 width160 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,413 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height809 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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