KTM 690 Duke 2009 vs. Suzuki SV650X 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Suzuki SV650X 2018

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Overview - KTM 690 Duke 2009 vs Suzuki SV650X 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 690 Duke 2009 compared to Suzuki SV650X 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2009
Suzuki SV650X 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102 mmBore81 mm
Engine powerEngine power65 HPEngine power76 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement654 ccmDisplacement645 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,472 mmWheelbase1,445 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height865 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13.8 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 690 Duke 2009

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Are there so many people who don't need 100 hp to stabilise their ego? I think with previous single-cylinder models, it was always the design that was the problem, not the lack of power. The Duke manages to look really high-quality even as a small single-cylinder.

Stable frame

relatively low overall weight

good chassis

high-quality components

strong braking system

handling.

Significantly weaker single-cylinder engine

somewhat less comfort

somewhat less power.

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Suzuki SV650X 2018

Retro is trendy, retro is cool. The people at Suzuki have also recognised this, and although they are not launching many new products for 2018, they are launching a really cool one - the SV650X. Not much had to be changed to place it in the ranks of modern cafe racers: Headlight fairing, paintwork, side panels, saddle and low handlebar ends are enough for the great result. Above all, the front-wheel-oriented seating position suits it well, but does not make it significantly more uncomfortable. The suspension can only be adjusted at the rear, but the lively engine is a blast and the price is right.

Agile, lively and charismatic V2 engine

easy handling, easy to ride despite low handlebars

pleasant seating position with low saddle height

successful gear graduation

low weight

inconspicuous appearance

exhaust look

telescopic fork too soft

no anti-hopping clutch

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 690 Duke vs Suzuki SV650X

Price KTM 690 Duke

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Price Suzuki SV650X

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