KTM 125 Duke 2017 vs. Honda CBR500R 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Honda CBR500R 2021

Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2017 vs Honda CBR500R 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Honda CBR500R 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2017 compared to Honda CBR500R 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Honda CBR500R 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2017

Honda CBR500R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	58 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	47.2 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	15 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	12 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 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	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	125 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
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	110 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	150 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	1,367 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	127 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	194 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2017

It's really fantastic how much equipment you can buy in the 125cc class these days. The KTM 125 Duke is not only convincing with plenty of power and quick turn-in behaviour, its appearance is also very classy. Thanks to the aggressive look and the ultra-modern TFT display, the 125 Duke looks like a shrunken 1290 Super Duke R. A whole lot of motorbike in a small package.

Pull-through

Quick turn-in behaviour

Compact dimensions

Very easy to ride

Great looks

TFT display

Brake weaker than the competition

Honda CBR500R 2021

True supersport looks for everyday use. Despite its aggressive and credible styling, the CBR500R's everyday package is a delight. Low fuel consumption and a comfortable riding position make it a feel-good companion that has been significantly upgraded for 2022. The chassis and brakes now match the CBR's aspirations, and with the right accessories it shows its all-round qualities. Only the shock absorber leaves room for improvement when the going gets sporty.

Full 48 hp in the A2 class

comfortable seating position

transparent feel for the front wheel

high-quality standard tyres

low seat height

good brakes.

Suspension strut bounces on bumpy roads

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Honda CBR500R

Price KTM 125 Duke

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices

Price Honda CBR500R

Model year

Average market price

Current average market prices