KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z1100 2026

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z1100 2026

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power180 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque113 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.5 Compression Ratio11.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,099 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel136 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, KCMF, KIBS, Modern electronics, KLCM, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Electronic throttle control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), KTRC, Cornering traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)189 kgDry Weight (with ABS)201 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange259 kmRange303 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions145 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions126 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption6.17 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.6 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.

wonderfully powerful engine with a lot of bang - especially from below and in the middle

super-agile and comfortable seating position

decent braking power

stable chassis, fully adjustable

comprehensive electronics package

acceptable consumption for the high power.

Shift assistant with blipper not standard

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Kawasaki Z1100

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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Price Kawasaki Z1100

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