KTM 125 Duke 2021 vs. Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

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Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2021 vs Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Yamaha R1 2009

Yamaha R1 2009

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2021 compared to Yamaha R1 2009

KTM 125 Duke 2021
Yamaha R1 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke52.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power182 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,500 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque115.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.4 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

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.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha R1

Price KTM 125 Duke

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