Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore76 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power200.1 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque114.3 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque11,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio13.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

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 width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,115 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height813 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

With probably no other motorbike would the test riders have wished to be able to reach into the tuning box at least a little. Because the Ninja ZX-10R is a motorbike that offers an excellent basis for the race track. Unlike the other three Japanese bikes, it is radical, offers competitive top performance compared to BMW and Ducati.

Engine offers powerful peak power

offers ABS and traction point together.

Handling somewhat suboptimal for faster routes

braking performance diminishes over time.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2016

With generous standard equipment, a retuned engine and unmistakably edgy KTM design, the 1290 Super Duke GT aims to enter the sport touring segment. With rideable performance and the full power of the naked bike in the spirit of the "Ready-to-Race" credo, it stands out from the competition not only visually. The mattighofen sports fanatics even fit heated grips and cruise control to offer frequent riders a nice spot. Somehow they still manage to remain credible and to trigger storms of enthusiasm in the rider.

extensive standard equipment

sensational engine

unique design

uncomplicated pannier system

Poor wind protection

manual windshield adjustment

quite high fuel consumption

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

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