Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line crankpin offset	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	97.6 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	80 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.1	Compression Ratio	13.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Degrees	Degrees	270	Degrees	75
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Marzocchi	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	125 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	123 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	22.6 degree	Rake	64.8 degree
Trail	Trail	92 mm	Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	220 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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	160 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,414 mm	Wheelbase	1,497 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	216 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	211 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	302 km	Range	285 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	116 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	130 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	5.1 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	5.6 l/100km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	93 dB	Stationary noise	91 dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025

With the new Speed Twin 1200 models, Triumph offers two exceptional machines that combine retro looks and modern technology in an appealing way. The powerful 1200cc parallel twin now meets state-of-the-art electronics and spoils you with a marvellous sound. The elegantly equipped RS feels most at home on winding roads. The sporty ergonomics with an active riding position, the precisely tuned firm suspension, the quickshifter and the marvellous Brembo brakes make it the perfect choice for ambitious riders. Despite the sporty design, the ride comfort remains surprisingly good.

powerful punch from the revs

high-quality workmanship

sporty suspension

successful looks

high-end components

accessible seat height

quickshifter as standard

agile handling

Compact dimensions could be a problem for tall riders on long journeys

heat development of the engine when stationary

dashboard and cockpit cannot keep up visually with the rest of the bike

KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO 2022

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO

Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R EVO

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