KTM 125 Duke 2018 vs. Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

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Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2018 vs Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2018 compared to Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

KTM 125 Duke 2018
Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke52.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power201 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,000 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement999.6 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandÖhlins

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandÖhlins

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 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 width150 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height845 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11 lFuel Tank Capacity18.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2018

Even in its second generation, the KTM 125 Duke is still the highest-quality overall package in the 125cc naked bike class. Its looks stand out and its equipment is similar to that of larger and significantly more expensive KTM models. As is typical for KTM, the handling comes from the supermoto league, which makes the 125 Duke a real fun machine in tight corners. However, the Orange from Mattighofen should not relax too long on their laurels, because the competition is strong and is already beginning to overtake the ever-popular KTM 125 Duke in some aspects.

powerful engine

low weight

appearance

equipment incl. TFT display

high-quality overall impression

Chassis could be sportier

brake too weak

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

Aprilia RSV4 RF 2017

The Aprilia RSV4 RF is a compact power rocket that requires an expert hand to make perfect use of its strengths. It tends to get bumpy at the front when accelerating, which can be managed with the right weight shift and looseness on the handlebars. Brutal acceleration in front of an impressive sound backdrop (with Akrapovic exhaust) meets hard deceleration in the braking zone thanks to grown 330 discs. On the entry, the RSV stabs precisely into the radius and reacts almost like a 600cc in bends. The numerous electronic riding aids demand some occupation and attention as to which settings one has just saved.

awesome, rev-happy engine

strong brakes

top chassis

wonderful sound

full electronics package

automatic gearshift with blipper

pleasant ergonomics

Unsteady front wheel when accelerating

too much information for too small a display

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Aprilia RSV4 RF

Price KTM 125 Duke

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