KTM 890 Duke R 2023 vs. KTM 990 RC R 2026
KTM 890 Duke R 2023
KTM 990 RC R 2026
Technical Specifications KTM 890 Duke R 2023 compared to KTM 990 RC R 2026
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 890 Duke R 2023
The KTM 890 Duke R is the sportiest evolutionary stage of the 890 Duke. More power, firmer chassis, sharper brakes - these ingredients, together with the already low vehicle weight, make it a real precision machine. A fast and cool bike for riding fun fetishists, ambitious home track heaters and, last but not least, a real recommendation for trackday visitors. However, the sporty positioning of the upper body and the somewhat more acute knee angle come at the expense of comfort. Last but not least, the adjustable suspension in the basic setup is really crisply tuned. If you want to enjoy the powerful 890 engine and the high-quality electronics a little more comfortably, you can still go for the basic model with a clear conscience.
KTM 990 RC R 2026
The KTM 990 RC R is a supersports bike that never denies its origins, but can do much more in everyday use than you might think at first glance. On the race track, it impresses with high stability, plenty of feedback, a powerful, easily controllable engine and ergonomics that also support ambitious riding. In everyday use, it scores points above all with its excellent touch display, integrated navigation and surprisingly good motorway qualities. At the same time, however, it demands a willingness to compromise from its rider: heat in city traffic, the sporty seating position and brakes that require a little more force make it clear that comfort has never been the top priority here. But this is precisely where its appeal lies: the 990 RC R is not a sensible everyday motorbike, but an emotional supersports bike that makes even ordinary journeys special.
