ChigeeMotorex AGContinental Motorradreifencalimoto GmbH

KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs. Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Loading...

Overview - KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Duke 2024 compared to Kawasaki Z650 2024

KTM 990 Duke 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2024
KTM 990 Duke 2024
KTM 990 Duke 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2024
Kawasaki Z650 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore92.5 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke70.4 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power123 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio10.8
DisplacementDisplacement947 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

TravelTravel140 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel150 mmTravel130 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65.8 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail100 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Read the full article on 1000PS.com

Kawasaki Z650 2024

Kawasaki Z650 2024

The Kawasaki Z 650 is probably the most docile motorbike in the naked bike segment. And that is to be understood in an absolutely positive way - as long as you are not particularly tall and heavy. It is slim, light, agile and accessible. All the controls, but also the engine, do not overwhelm. If you are looking for spectacular performance, you should go for the Z 900, but if you are looking for a nimble and easy-to-ride motorbike, you will be satisfied.

Very accessible handling

Very compact and easy to manoeuvre

Motorcycle appears light and compact

Gives small riders a lot of confidence

Adjustable levers

Not enough space on the bike for tall riders

bike looks a class smaller than 650cc overall

engine looks a bit tame

very defensive seating position

handlebars too narrow and cranked too much for a naked bike.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Duke vs Kawasaki Z650

Price KTM 990 Duke

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Kawasaki Z650

Model year
Current average market prices

Alternative Comparisons

Kawasaki Z 400 2020
VS.
Kawasaki Z 650 2021

Kawasaki Z 400 2020 vs
Kawasaki Z 650 2021

Kawasaki ER-6n 2014
VS.
Kawasaki Z 650 2020

Kawasaki ER-6n 2014 vs
Kawasaki Z 650 2020

KTM 990 Duke 2024
VS.
KTM 890 Duke R 2022

KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs
KTM 890 Duke R 2022

Kawasaki Z 650 2021
VS.
KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Z 650 2021 vs
KTM 390 Duke 2021

Kawasaki Z 650 2019
VS.
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2019

Kawasaki Z 650 2019 vs
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2019

Kawasaki Z 650 2020
VS.
Kawasaki Z 750 2011

Kawasaki Z 650 2020 vs
Kawasaki Z 750 2011

Kawasaki Z 650 2022
VS.
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Kawasaki Z 650 2022 vs
Kawasaki Ninja 650 2021

Kawasaki Z 650 2021
VS.
Kawasaki ER-6n 2015

Kawasaki Z 650 2021 vs
Kawasaki ER-6n 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2022
VS.
Kawasaki Z 650 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022 vs
Kawasaki Z 650 2022

KTM 990 Duke 2024
VS.
KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 990 Duke 2024 vs
KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

Kawasaki Z 650 2021
VS.
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2020

Kawasaki Z 650 2021 vs
Husqvarna 701 Supermoto 2020

MV Agusta Brutale 675 2017
VS.
Kawasaki Z 650 2021

MV Agusta Brutale 675 2017 vs
Kawasaki Z 650 2021

KTM 890 Duke R 2023
VS.
KTM 990 Duke 2024

KTM 890 Duke R 2023 vs
KTM 990 Duke 2024

1000PS Partner

ChigeeContinental MotorradreifenMotorex AGcalimoto GmbH