KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke45.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power130 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque70.8 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque11,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio12.9
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement636 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel151 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube, Perimeter, Extruded

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 width200 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 2019

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is a perfectly sized supersport motorbike. With its 130 hp, sporty but controlled riding is possible. The shorter gearing and the 36cc extra displacement ensure that you can be a bit lazier on the road. A worthy flag-waver for the 600cc supersport segment.

Great engine with a great mix of revving and torque

supersport pleasure with lively handling - but still no ascetic feeling in the saddle

well responsive fork and decent, adjustable chassis.

Some details could do with more finesse - number plate holder and indicators!

The overall silhouette is not sporty enough. The sporty bike could do with more aggressiveness.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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