KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 vs Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	71.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	180 HP	Engine power	158 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	129.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.5	Compression Ratio	13
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,262 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	125 mm	Travel	170 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	170 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	330 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, 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	200 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	1,497 mm	Wheelbase	1,585 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	189 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	206 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

The KTM 1290 Super Duke R retains its brute character for 2022 if you take the beast by the horns. But the Hyper Naked from Mattighofen is also convincing in everyday use and presents itself as a mature all-round companion. Small details could use a little love, but nothing that spoils the positive overall impression of the 1290 Super Duke R.

brutal performance

accessible handling

fully adjustable and stable chassis

high quality standard tyres

comfortable seating position

acceptable fuel consumption.

Full equipment wants to be paid for

fiddly indicator operation