Honda CB650R 2021 vs. KTM 990 Duke 2024

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

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Overview - Honda CB650R 2021 vs KTM 990 Duke 2024

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R 2021 compared to KTM 990 Duke 2024

Honda CB650R 2021
KTM 990 Duke 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore92.5 mm
StrokeStroke46 mmStroke70.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power123 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque103 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.6 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement947 ccm

Suspension Front

BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake65.8 degree
TrailTrail101 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,476 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)202.5 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.4 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
RangeRange314 kmRange314 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions112 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions110 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.7 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

13 out of a possible 24 points mean 5th place in the large mid-range naked bike comparison test 2021. The Honda puts up a good fight against the technically more advanced competition and can leave a motorbike behind despite its position as an outsider. Pleasing looks, accessible riding and the low price make the shortcomings that were brought to light in the direct comparison fade into the background.

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absolutely suitable for beginners

good price-performance ratio

engine revs up smoothly

low consumption

Too little space for tall riders

mediocre equipment

relatively chubby

little punch from the rev range

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

The new KTM 990 Duke offers terrific power, both in relaxed everyday riding and on winding country roads. Sachs with the disappointing braking performance is therefore particularly painful here. In my opinion, the KTM remains virtually unrivalled in the upper mid-range when it comes to road fun. Even the excessively high price, when compared with the competition, is not an exclusion criterion for me. According to me, there is no other bike in this segment that is so lively, that combines stability and nimble handling so superbly and also offers such a height of everyday usability. A modern KTM Duke with two cylinders is quite simply a unique bike.

Lively and powerful engine with manners

Comfortable riding position

Playful handling

High stability

Excellent chassis with lots of feedback and stability

Modern electronics with lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

Smooth 2-cylinder in the lower rev range without jerking

Strong acceleration in the lower rev range

Versatility for both everyday riding and sporty riding

Confident riding performance even in wet conditions

Very light and agile

High-quality display and pleasant operation of the switches

Polarised design

Price/performance ratio below average compared to competitors

gearstick on the test bike too bony and harsh this time

blipper function could give more intermediate throttle

feedback from suspension not perfect

engine slightly raw at low revs compared to three- or four-cylinder bikes

polarised design

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB650R vs KTM 990 Duke

Price Honda CB650R

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Price KTM 990 Duke

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