KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

The KTM 890 Duke 2021 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 are both naked bikes from KTM, but there are several differences between them.

In terms of engine power, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 has 115 HP, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 boasts a more powerful 173 HP. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R also has a higher torque of 144 Nm compared to the 92 Nm of the KTM 890 Duke.

Both bikes have a 2-cylinder engine and a displacement of 1301ccm for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R and 889ccm for the KTM 890 Duke.

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks from WP, providing a smooth and controlled ride. The chassis of both bikes is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular frame type.

In terms of braking, both bikes have four-piston front brakes with radial technology. However, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R also features monoblock brakes, providing even stronger stopping power.

Both bikes come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. The KTM 890 Duke 2021 also includes additional features like riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The KTM 890 Duke has a rear tire width of 180mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a wider rear tire width of 190mm. The wheelbase of the KTM 890 Duke is slightly shorter at 1476mm compared to the 1482mm of the KTM 1290 Super Duke R. The seat height of the KTM 890 Duke is 820mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a slightly higher seat height of 835mm. The dry weight of the KTM 890 Duke is 169kg, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R is slightly heavier at 189kg. Additionally, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has a larger fuel tank capacity of 18 liters compared to the 14 liters of the KTM 890 Duke.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is praised for its rev-happy engine, lively handling, buttery-smooth quickshifter, and comprehensive electronics package. It is also noted that the KTM 890 Duke does not leave riders desiring the R version on country roads. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is praised for its monstrous engine and torque, wide rev range, minimal vibrations, strong brakes, extensive electronics, great extras, high-quality details, and unrivaled aggressive looks.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 is noted to have the quickshifter available at an extra cost. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is mentioned to have an automatic gearshift that is a little too coarse.

Overall, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 offers more power, a larger fuel tank capacity, and a wider rear tire compared to the KTM 890 Duke 2021. However, the KTM 890 Duke 2021 boasts a rev-happy engine, lively handling, and a comprehensive electronics package.

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 890 Duke 2021
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore90.7 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio13.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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 width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)169 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

The predecessor 790 Duke already proved that KTM knows how to build a mid-range naked bike for the road. The new 890 carries the torch with a puffy chest and once again lives up to its scalpel nickname. Lively, it pulls the radii and gives off a certain nervousness that can be interpreted as a wild character. The equipment is almost complete - but only almost. Why do you have to pay extra for the quickshifter when it was standard on the predecessor? It is all the more annoying that the clutchless upshifting and downshifting functions as smoothly as butter and that one would not want to do without it.

Rev-happy engine

lively handling

buttery-smooth quickshifter

electronics package

does not arouse a desire for the R version on the country road.

Quickshifter at extra cost

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016

KTM knows no turning back and KTM knows no quarter. That's why the new 1290 Super Duke R is a little easier to handle than its predecessor, but also a little stronger and faster. Already at 2500 rpm, over 100 Nm are available, the maximum is 141, the top performance is stated at 177 hp. That may be too much, but it doesn't have to be. The electronics remain the lifeline in this category, where development continues to move forward strongly. KTM has started where it had difficulties and that was stability. Changes to the geometry and chassis have improved this significantly, making the ride on the beast not only faster, but also safer. The handling is no less radical for that, and the supermoto genes are more evident than on any other naked bike. There can only be one Super Duke.

Monstrous engine and torque

wide rev range

little vibration

strong brakes

extensive electronics

great extras

high-quality details

unrivalled aggressive looks.

Automatic gearshift a little too coarse

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke 2021 and a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 is about 17% higher. A KTM 890 Duke 2021 experiences a loss of 350 GBP in one year and 1,040 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 680 GBP and 1,860 GBP for a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2016 there are less KTM 890 Duke 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 22 compared to 25. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke with 78 days compared to 81 days for a KTM 1290 Super Duke R. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke and 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R since model year 2013. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke was published on 19/01/2021 and now has more than 37,800 views. This compares to more than 4,900 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Duke R published on 08/11/2012.

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