KTM 990 Duke 2025 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Overview - KTM 990 Duke 2025 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Duke 2025 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	92.5 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	70.4 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	123 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	103 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.5	Compression Ratio	13.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	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	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	947 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	125 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Rake	Rake	65.8 degree	Rake	64.8 degree
Trail	Trail	100 mm	Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	200 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	1,476 mm	Wheelbase	1,497 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	179 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	190 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	209 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
Range	Range	314 km	Range	259 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	110 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	145 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.7 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	6.17 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Duke 2025

The KTM 990 Duke is a bike with rough edges - in the truest sense of the word. It is not the perfect all-rounder, not the most harmonious representative of its class, but it has something that many other bikes lack: real character. Anyone looking for a naked bike that challenges and encourages them, that arouses emotions and makes no compromises, will find a loyal companion in the Duke. It is the bike for individualists, for riders who are looking for something special and are prepared to compromise for it.

Very low weight of just 192 kg

Strong two-cylinder engine with plenty of acceleration

Extremely agile and playful handling

Disengageable ABS on the rear wheel for sporty riders

Surprisingly relaxed ergonomics even for taller riders

Height of entertainment value on winding roads

Engine needs at least 3000 rpm for smooth running

Surcharge-based pricing policy for the electronic driving aids somewhat annoying

Slight tendency towards nervousness - be careful at very high speeds with luggage

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R retains its brute character for 2022 if you take the beast by the horns. But the Hyper Naked from Mattighofen is also convincing in everyday use and presents itself as a mature all-round companion. Small details could use a little love, but nothing that spoils the positive overall impression of the 1290 Super Duke R.

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Duke vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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KTM 990 Duke 2025 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Overview - KTM 990 Duke 2025 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Duke 2025 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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

KTM 990 Duke 2025

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Duke vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price KTM 990 Duke

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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