Yamaha R1 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Yamaha R1 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Overview - Yamaha R1 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Yamaha R1 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Yamaha R1 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Yamaha R1 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	50.9 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	200 HP	Engine power	175 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	112.4 Nm	Torque	141 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	13.6
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	998 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Launch-Control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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	190 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	1,405 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	855 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	199 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	234 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	96 dB	Stationary noise	93 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2021

The Yamaha YZF-R1 is mature and makes countless racetrack pilots happy. The engine shines with lightness and agility, the seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also because of the heart-warming sound. Especially on the country road, the bike scores with its well-known strengths: great engine, great electronics, great package! A real pleasure to ride!

powerful engine

clean response

great but not intrusive sound

stable chassis

high-quality electronics

wonderfully noble overall impression

Brake not 100 per cent satisfactory on the race track

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT clearly focuses on sport in sport touring, but can also convince with its long-distance qualities. In the 2022 model year, among other things, the right steps were taken with the new TFT display to modernise it without losing the brutal character - which its owners appreciate. If you are looking for a true all-rounder and don't mind the looks, you can't go wrong with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT!

Powerful engine

Agile handling

7 inch display

Seating position

Comfort

Height-adjustable windscreen

Jerkiness below 2,500 rpm

unconventional appearance: gearshift assistant at extra cost