KTM 690 Duke 2019 vs. Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

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Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2019 vs Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2019 compared to Kawasaki Z 800 2016

KTM 690 Duke 2019
Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore71 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power113 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,200 rpm
TorqueTorque70 NmTorque83 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement806 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,466 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height834 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Duke 2019

KTM 690 Duke 2019

Considering where the KTM Duke family once started, the 690 Duke is an incredible step forward. The engine is extremely refined and at the same time husky for a street-legal single-cylinder. Despite all the technology on board, it is still a very light motorbike and can almost be called a toy (in a good sense). Only its seating position divides opinions, because with the Duke 4 in 2012, the former supermotos became an almost tame naked bike with a front-wheel-oriented seating position. The advantage: everyday life and long tours should not be a problem on the current Duke.

powerful engine

suitable for everyday use

many technical aids

manoeuvrable

smooth running

For some, not a "real" single-cylinder Duke

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Kawasaki Z 800 2016

Overall, the Z800 delivered a sensational performance. Considering the fact that nothing was changed or optimised on the vehicle apart from the Remus rear silencer, a super final result.

Eye-catching, chunky look

confident acceleration

relaxed geometry

powerful brakes

Limited freedom of movement for the legs.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs Kawasaki Z 800

Price KTM 690 Duke

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Price Kawasaki Z 800

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