KTM 690 Duke R 2017 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2020
KTM 690 Duke R 2017
KTM 890 Duke R 2020
Overview - KTM 690 Duke R 2017 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2020
KTM 690 Duke R 2017
KTM 890 Duke R 2020
Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke R 2017 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 690 Duke R 2017
The 'R' picks up where the standard Duke leaves off, or reaches its limits. On the road, the difference will only be noticeable in a home track duel, but on the racetrack it becomes particularly clear. The decisive factors here are the brakes, the adjustable chassis and the lean angle clearance. The 30 mm higher seat automatically puts you in a front-wheel racing position, gives you more feedback from the chassis and puts more pressure on the brakes. The 'R' already has everything on board that you only get with the standard version via the Track Pack - and even more. Namely the fine suspension and the Akrapovic exhaust. In return, you have to make small concessions in terms of comfort in everyday use.
KTM 890 Duke R 2020
The KTM 890 Duke R is the sportiest evolutionary stage of the 890 Duke. More power, firmer chassis, sharper brakes - these ingredients, together with the already low vehicle weight, make it a real precision machine. A fast and cool bike for riding fun fetishists, ambitious home track heaters and, last but not least, a real recommendation for trackday visitors. However, the sporty positioning of the upper body and the somewhat more acute knee angle come at the expense of comfort. Last but not least, the adjustable suspension in the basic setup is really crisply tuned. If you want to enjoy the powerful 890 engine and the high-quality electronics a little more comfortably, you can still go for the basic model with a clear conscience.
