KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs. Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 compared to Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014
Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power173 HPEngine power172 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque144 NmTorque129 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,237 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonSix pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,545 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Honda VFR 1200 F 2010

Like the other Honda models in the test, the VFR is also convincing on the brakes and has no weaknesses when it comes to safety. It's just a shame that you have to refuel every 300 kilometres.

Mechanical dual-clutch transmission

incomparable acceleration feel

sporty driving style

sophisticated technology.

Extremely high consumption of urine.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Honda VFR 1200 F

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Honda VFR 1200 F

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Current average market prices

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