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KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 vs. BMW R 18 Classic 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 vs BMW R 18 Classic 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 compared to BMW R 18 Classic 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
BMW R 18 Classic 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
BMW R 18 Classic 2023
BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore108 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke100 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power91 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpm
TorqueTorque141 NmTorque158 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.6 Compression Ratio9.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel156 mmTravel90 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake57.3 degree
TrailTrail107 mmTrail150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced 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-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,731 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height710 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)234 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)365 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange383 kmRange285 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.7 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.61 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise93 dBStationary noise99 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

BMW R 18 Classic 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs BMW R 18 Classic

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 18 Classic

Model year
Current average market prices

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