KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs. Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2018

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

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Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2018 vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2018

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2018 compared to Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2018
Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore81 mm
Engine powerEngine power73 HPEngine power53 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,400 rpm
TorqueTorque70 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,400 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesRocker arm, OHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement690 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 width160 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,466 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Duke 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2018

Considering where the KTM Duke family once started, the 690 Duke is an incredible step forward. The engine is extremely refined and at the same time husky for a street-legal single-cylinder. Despite all the technology on board, it is still a very light motorbike and can almost be called a toy (in a good sense). Only its seating position divides opinions, because with the Duke 4 in 2012, the former supermotos became an almost tame naked bike with a front-wheel-oriented seating position. The advantage: everyday life and long tours should not be a problem on the current Duke.

powerful engine

suitable for everyday use

many technical aids

manoeuvrable

smooth running

For some, not a "real" single-cylinder Duke

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius 2009

The Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is an honest, easy-to-understand bike with a strong confidence factor. It does not impress with extremes, but with its balance, suitability for everyday use and an engine that loses none of its charm even after years. A bike that gives pleasure for a lengthy period of time without demanding or boring its rider.

Good-natured and predictable engine character

very easy and intuitive handling

stable and neutral suspension in everyday and country road use

low seat height and balanced ergonomics

reliable and easy to modulate brakes

high confidence building for beginners and returners

durable transmission with robust base

Tightly padded seat on longer lengths

shock limited on bad roads and sporty riding style

feedback on rough bumps partly direct to the rider

standard suspension with limited adjustability

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs Suzuki SFV 650 Gladius

Price KTM 690 Duke

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