KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs. Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	52.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	177 HP	Engine power	175 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,870 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	144 Nm	Torque	120 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,077 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 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	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	184 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017

The KTM is and remains the most brutal naked bike on the market. The upright seating position combined with the wild V2 power make it seem more brutal than it is on paper. It has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs smoother, the shift assistant brings calm in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved. It still loves the wild chase more than high cornering speed on long bends.

Provides the most adrenaline rush

Extensive configuration options when buying

Grandiose brakes

Great original equipment tyres

Practical electronic features

Great seating position for tall people

Electronic features can be set very sporty and also deactivated.

Shift assistant nice, but in direct comparison with other power nakeds a bit rough

Exhausting to ride

Precise stroke not always easy to hit

The most dangerous motorbike for the driving licence on the market.

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory 2015

There may already be some power naked bikes that cut an excellent figure on the race track with incredibly powerful engines. But with its Öhlins chassis, the many superbike components and this incredible performance, the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory is currently the best naked bike on the race track. What is most amazing is that the respect-inspiring 175 hp and 120 Newton metres of torque also behave so uncomplicatedly and easily controllable on the road and even in the winding Alps - the Tuono Factory is not only fast but also incredibly fun!

Incredibly powerful and easy to control engine

classy Öhlins suspension

comfortable seating position

good aerodynamics

transparent brakes

independent look

high-quality components

top exhaust sound.

Very high price