KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
Kawasaki Z1000 2017
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
Kawasaki Z1000 2017
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2017
The KTM is and remains the most brutal naked bike on the market. The upright seating position combined with the wild V2 power make it seem more brutal than it is on paper. It has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs smoother, the shift assistant brings calm in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved. It still loves the wild chase more than high cornering speed on long bends.
Kawasaki Z1000 2017
The Kawasaki Z1000 (2014) is a statement against the electronic trend of its time - and that is exactly what makes it special today. Its characterful four-cylinder engine, mechanical directness and uncompromising focus on the essentials strike a chord in a time when many bikes have become rolling computers. Yes, it does without modern Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and perfect wind protection. But it offers an authentic naked bike riding experience, paired with Japanese reliability and reasonable maintenance costs. The Z1000 is not a bike for data sheet junkies or electronics fans - it is a bike for people who still want to make their own decisions when rider. An honest bike with character that continues to inspire even after years and more than fulfils its role as an emotional alternative to the digital modern age.
