Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Overview - Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.4 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	117 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,150 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.92	Compression Ratio	13.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,050 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	125 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	130 mm	Travel	140 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	255 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,445 mm	Wheelbase	1,497 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Triple RS 2019

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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