Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 vs. KTM 390 Duke 2015

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

KTM 390 Duke 2015

KTM 390 Duke 2015

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 vs KTM 390 Duke 2015

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

KTM 390 Duke 2015

KTM 390 Duke 2015

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2020 compared to KTM 390 Duke 2015

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020
KTM 390 Duke 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore89 mm
StrokeStroke42.5 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power118 HPEngine power44 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque65.7 NmTorque35 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement599 ccmDisplacement373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,375 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height800 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)139 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2020

It almost seems as if the Yamaha YZF-R6 was born on the race track. It is easy to see that the R6 is the little sister of the YZF-R1. Whether it's the design, the ergonomics, the braking or the electronic aids - the racing genes are everywhere! The R6 is an outstanding piece of engineering in the 600cc class and, depending on your preferences, is probably the best 600cc bike currently available - at least for the racetrack. The Yamaha gives the rider unbelievably high precision and feedback over the front wheel and the chassis, and is super manageable at the same time! The engine is extremely rev-happy, but also wants to be kept happy. It is a pity that the latest version of the R6 has lost some of its power due to Euro 4... Nevertheless, it will be the faster track bike for most of us. And if there is a need, an open exhaust system (without road homologation) and mapping can tickle a few more horsepower out of the super sports bike. Sharp design meets even sharper components - TOP!

TOP chassis - tight and sporty

Extremely powerful brakes from the YZF-R1

Incredibly sharp design!

Modern lighting system - LED says hello!

Mature electronics package on board

Easy to read and clear display interface

Very rev-happy engine - A true "organ orchestra"...

...the engine could do with a bit more "punch" from the middle of the rev range

clear price difference compared to the Kawasaki - but this is justified!

KTM 390 Duke 2015

KTM 390 Duke 2015

"I'm not a girl, not yet a woman" sang Britney Spears in an innocently erotic voice, trying to make the whole world believe she wasn't already dating Justin Timberlake fi...Well, in any case, this is a transitional phase, as the 390 Duke also describes with its essence. No longer a small Duke, but not yet a big one either, the 390 is right in the middle. You shouldn't underestimate it, but you shouldn't expect too much either. If you keep this in mind, you will have a lot of fun with it, even on a not too fast race track. (However, not too many thousands should be on the road then.) Feather-light handling like a moped, but already as strong as many a 600cc funk bike from the last 10 years.

Anti-hopping clutch

pleasant performance

compact geometry

low weight

a little tight for tall people

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R6 vs KTM 390 Duke

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