KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2021

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

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Overview - KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 vs Yamaha MT-09 2021

When comparing the KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and the Yamaha MT-09 2021, there are several key differences to consider.

In terms of engine performance, the KTM 890 Duke GP has a slightly lower engine power of 115 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-09's 119 HP. However, both bikes have similar torque outputs, with the KTM at 92 Nm and the Yamaha at 93 Nm. Both bikes also feature fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock in the rear. The KTM 890 Duke GP has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Yamaha MT-09 has an aluminum frame. The KTM's frame is tubular, while the Yamaha's frame is twin tube.

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front, with the KTM having a slightly larger diameter of 300 mm compared to the Yamaha's 298 mm. Both bikes also feature advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. However, the Yamaha MT-09 also includes a quickshifter, which is not available on the KTM 890 Duke GP.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. The KTM has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1476 mm compared to the Yamaha's 1430 mm. The seat height is also slightly lower on the KTM at 820 mm compared to the Yamaha's 825 mm. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

In terms of strengths, the KTM 890 Duke GP is praised for its powerful engine, comfortable ergonomics, comprehensive electronics package, and lively handling. It is seen as a combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 is praised for its lack of load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, over-complete electronics package, great working quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 890 Duke GP is noted for its very tight seat and the fact that the quickshifter is only available at an extra cost. The Yamaha MT-09 is noted for its polarizing look, small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and the fact that cruise control is only available in the SP variant.

Overall, both bikes offer their own unique strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will ultimately come down to personal preference and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023
Yamaha MT-09 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore90.7 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke68.8 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement889 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
TravelTravel140 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel150 mmTravel122 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake66 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail108 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter298 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Quickshifter, Traction control

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 width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,476 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise93 dBStationary noise96 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

KTM 890 Duke GP 2023

You could expect a lot behind the GP abbreviation. Is the 890 Duke GP therefore a deceptive package? Not necessarily, because with the unbelievably fun 890 Duke as a basis, which has been refined even further, you are buying a true joy dispenser with this naked bike, which will sweeten your everyday life and weekend rides. If only the quickshifter were fitted as standard...

powerful engine

comfortable ergonomics

comprehensive electronics package

lively handling

combination of riding fun and suitability for everyday use

very tight seat Quickshifter at extra cost

Yamaha MT-09 2021

Yamaha MT-09 2021

The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.

No more load change reactions

even more pressure from the centre

over-complete electronics package

great working quickshifter

comfortably integrated seating position

successful chassis

lively handling

enormous riding pleasure.

Polarising look

small TFT display

somewhat indirect front wheel feel

cruise control only available in SP variant

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 890 Duke GP vs Yamaha MT-09

There are a few key differences between a KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 and a Yamaha MT-09 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 is about 19% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2021 there are more KTM 890 Duke GP 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 86 compared to 19. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke GP with 61 days compared to 112 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke GP and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the KTM 890 Duke GP was published on 2/22/2022 and now has more than 24,100 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 6/10/2013.

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