Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
Overview - Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
Technical Specifications Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory 2019

The fact that the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory is new can be seen in the displacement - the increase to 1077 cubic metres means that a massive 217 hp and 122 Newton metres of torque are now available. This makes the RSV4 one of the strongest on the racetrack, but also a superior country road fighter. In all other respects, such as chassis, suspension and geometry, the Factory version with Öhlins suspension elements embodies the racing idea in a really serious way. Even the cool winglets on the side are no joke, but derived directly from the RS-GP MotoGP bike. The rest of the design is old, but certainly not boring.
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

The epithet "Beast" is not completely out of the blue, the KTM is and remains a brutal naked bike - 177 hp from two pots with a combined displacement of 1301 cubic metres is nothing harmless. Nevertheless, it is surprisingly easy to control; the upright seating position combined with the good handling make it seem almost docile. Compared to its predecessor, it has been improved precisely at its weakest points. The engine now runs more smoothly, the shift assistant brings calmness in the acceleration phase and the chassis has been improved in quality. But it still loves the wild chase more than high speed in long curves.