Yamaha R1 2009 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

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Technical Specifications Yamaha R1 2009 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Yamaha R1 2009
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore78 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke52.2 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power182 HPEngine power173 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,870 rpm
TorqueTorque115.5 NmTorque144 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque10,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio13.2
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,415 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Of course, the new R1 engine also passed all the tough Yamaha stress tests and comes with the same guarantees as other Yamaha motorbikes. Because until now, it was precisely the issues of durability and reliability that prevented series production of such an engine.

Sophisticated sound

good feeling for power delivery

easy handling

hydraulic spring preload

high level of workmanship.

Suboptimal seating position

somewhat difficult cornering over long distances.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha R1 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Price Yamaha R1

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Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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