BMW R 18 2026 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

BMW R 18 2026

BMW R 18 2026

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2026 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

BMW R 18 2026
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023
BMW R 18 2026
BMW R 18 2026
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore107.1 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque163 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel90 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake57.3 degreeRake64.8 degree
TrailTrail150 mmTrail106 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRiding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,731 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height720 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)345 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)209 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA
RangeRange285 kmRange259 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions129 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions145 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption6.17 l/100km
Stationary noiseStationary noise94 dBStationary noise91 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, USB-C socket, Charging & power, LightingEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 2026

BMW R 18 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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 Average Market Price BMW R 18 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price BMW R 18

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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