KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013 vs. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013 vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013 compared to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power200.1 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque114.3 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Petal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,115 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height813 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2013

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

With probably no other motorbike would the test riders have wished to be able to reach into the tuning box at least a little. Because the Ninja ZX-10R is a motorbike that offers an excellent basis for the race track. Unlike the other three Japanese bikes, it is radical, offers competitive top performance compared to BMW and Ducati.

Engine offers powerful peak power

offers ABS and traction point together.

Handling somewhat suboptimal for faster routes

braking performance diminishes over time.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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