KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023 vs KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

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Simple attachment thanks to magnetic snap-in closure. For safe luggage transport.

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	103 mm
Engine power	Engine power	180 HP	Engine power	155 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.5	Compression Ratio	12.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,148 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Chassis

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

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,497 mm	Wheelbase	1,430 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	805 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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

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