Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.5 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	158 HP	Engine power	175 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	129.5 Nm	Torque	141 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	13.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	75
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,262 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	125 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Sachs	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	156 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	65.1 degree
Trail	Trail	111 mm	Trail	107 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	330 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Dynamic suspension, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	212 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	216 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	234 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	102 dB	Stationary noise	93 dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT is clearly focussed on sport touring, but can also impress with its long-distance qualities. If you are looking for a true all-rounder and don't mind the looks, you can't go wrong with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT!

Powerful engine

Agile handling

7 inch display

Seating position

Comfort

Height-adjustable windscreen

Jerking below 2,500 rpm

Unconventional look: shift assistant at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1260 S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1260 S 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1260 S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Price Ducati Multistrada 1260 S

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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