Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

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Overview - Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Technical Specifications Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke55.1 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power157 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque107 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.7 Compression Ratio13.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,000 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height809 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2025

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is more than just a new bike - it's a statement. Honda proves that they can still do it. They have created a bike that impresses in every respect: engine, suspension, brakes, price-performance ratio. You sit on it and immediately know how to ride this thing. There are no puzzles, no nasty surprises. Just pure, honest performance at a price that makes the competition look old. This isn't just a good bike - it's a game changer. Honda is back, and how they are back.

Unbeatable price-performance ratio

top shock of the highest specification

high-quality Brembo Stylema brakes

cultivated four-cylinder with good running behaviour

excellent workmanship and Honda reliability

simple, intuitive handling

comfortable ergonomics for lengthy rides

Engine somewhat sluggish under 6,000 rpm

conservative ABS control without IMU limits braking performance

difficult load change at low engine speeds

too long ratio in first gear

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

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