Kawasaki Z1100 2026 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1100 2026 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Kawasaki Z1100 2026
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014
Kawasaki Z1100 2026
Kawasaki Z1100 2026
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke59 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque113 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,099 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, KCMF, KIBS, Modern electronics, KLCM, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Electronic throttle control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), KTRC, Cornering traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)221 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z1100 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1100

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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