KTM 690 Duke R 2014 vs. Honda CB500X 2019

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Honda CB500X 2019

Overview - KTM 690 Duke R 2014 vs Honda CB500X 2019

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Honda CB500X 2019

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke R 2014 compared to Honda CB500X 2019

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Honda CB500X 2019

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Honda CB500X 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	102 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	84.5 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	70 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	70 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.6	Compression Ratio	10.7
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	Rocker arm, OHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	690 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

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	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	160 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,466 mm	Wheelbase	1,421 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	865 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	149.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	196 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.3 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB500X 2019

Despite its small displacement compared to other touring enduros, the CB500X is by no means kid's stuff. Adult appearance, an accessible and fun engine and really great touring capabilities make it an affordable touring motorbike for young and old. The Honda cuts a fine figure both on the road and in light off-road terrain. So if you can do without exuberant engine power, technical aids, gadgets and comfort gadgets, you will find the Honda an absolutely suitable companion for great adventures. Whether it's to Norway, Spain or to the home stretch - the Honda CB500X is recommended.

Accessible, good-natured and fun engine

low consumption, very suitable for touring

feels comfortable in light terrain

low weight for touring enduro

effortless handling

can be equipped like a large touring enduro.

Front brake is late

windshield can only be adjusted with tools

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke R vs Honda CB500X

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KTM 690 Duke R 2014 vs. Honda CB500X 2019

Overview - KTM 690 Duke R 2014 vs Honda CB500X 2019

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke R 2014 compared to Honda CB500X 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Duke R 2014

Honda CB500X 2019

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke R vs Honda CB500X

Price KTM 690 Duke R

Price Honda CB500X

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