Indian Sport Chief 2023 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

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Overview - Indian Sport Chief 2023 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Technical Specifications Indian Sport Chief 2023 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore103.2 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power88 HPEngine power175 HP
TorqueTorque162 NmTorque141 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,200 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio13.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
DegreesDegrees49 Degrees75
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,890 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel100 mmTravel156 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake28 degreeRake65.1 degree
TrailTrail111 mmTrail107 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modesAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter16 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,640 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height686 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)302 kgDry Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)311 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)234 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.1 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
RangeRange279 kmRange383 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions129 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions133 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.7 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Keyless System, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Sport Chief 2023

Indian Sport Chief 2023

A bike that combines sport and cruising - that is the goal of Indian Motorcycles. The test shows that the new Sport Chief is surprisingly sporty to ride, because the suspension and brake components can score points on the country road. The engine with its three riding modes is also convincing and inspires with great responsiveness and a powerful torque wave. This makes the new Sport Chief a cool all-rounder for all cruiser fans with sporty ambitions.

powerful V2

clean response

great sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

modern equipment

cool look

long start-up time of the display

heat development at the exhaust despite heat protection plate

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT clearly focuses on sport in sport touring, but can also convince with its long-distance qualities. In the 2022 model year, among other things, the right steps were taken with the new TFT display to modernise it without losing the brutal character - which its owners appreciate. If you are looking for a true all-rounder and don't mind the looks, you can't go wrong with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT!

Powerful engine

Agile handling

7 inch display

Seating position

Comfort

Height-adjustable windscreen

Jerkiness below 2,500 rpm

unconventional appearance: gearshift assistant at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Sport Chief vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Price Indian Sport Chief

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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