Kawasaki Z1000 2011 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z1000 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2011

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2011 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Kawasaki Z1000 2011
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power180 HP
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2011

Kawasaki Z1000 2011

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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