KTM 125 Duke 2019 vs. Suzuki SV 650 2019

KTM 125 Duke 2019

Suzuki SV 650 2019

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2019 compared to Suzuki SV 650 2019

KTM 125 Duke 2019

Suzuki SV 650 2019

KTM 125 Duke 2019

Suzuki SV 650 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	58 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	47.2 mm	Stroke	62.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	15 HP	Engine power	76 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	12 Nm	Torque	64 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,100 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	125 ccm	Displacement	645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,367 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	127 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	197 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2019

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

Suzuki SV 650 2019

The Suzuki SV 650 is accompanied by a long history of success that is sure to continue for a long time. Its supple V2 impresses with very smooth response and plenty of torque. Compact dimensions help to make the motorbike look very compact. This will be very convenient for beginners. The chassis also scores with playful handling. Unfortunately, the braking effect is not at the level one would expect from such a powerful vehicle.

Smooth engine

playful handling

great chassis

Brake too weak