Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	142 HP	Engine power	180 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	111 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	13.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
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	4	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
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Forced
Displacement	Displacement	1,043 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	125 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Single swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	Öhlins	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	131 mm	Travel	140 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	65.5 degree	Rake	64.8 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	106 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock, Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

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	200 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,435 mm	Wheelbase	1,497 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	815 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

fiddly indicator operation

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Perfect fit, premium quality – with Hepco&Becker accessories, your bike is ready for any adventure. Quality made in Germany.

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 R vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1000 R

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Stylish and practical: PRO tank bags from SW-MOTECH

50 Years Strong: One Brand – One Promise!

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2023

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Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 R vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Kawasaki Z1000 R

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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