Yamaha XSR900 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Yamaha XSR900 2021
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Overview - Yamaha XSR900 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Yamaha XSR900 2021
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Technical Specifications Yamaha XSR900 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha XSR900 2021
The Yamaha XSR900 is a classic optical illusion - with its round headlight, angular tank and attached tail light, it clearly passes for a retro bike. But it's no coincidence that the performance is reminiscent of the potent mid-range naked bike Yamaha MT-09, which is the extremely sporty basis for the XSR900. So the engine is a blast and the brakes are appropriately venomous. Fortunately, the engineers didn't overdo it with the chassis, the XSR900 offers sufficient comfort and the upright riding position is more comfortable than the powerful engine would lead one to expect. All in all, the XSR900 is one of the sportiest models among the retro bikes.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.
