KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 vs. BMW K 1300 GT 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

BMW K 1300 GT 2009
Pregled - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 vs BMW K 1300 GT 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018

BMW K 1300 GT 2009
Tehničke specifikacije KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2018 u odnosu na BMW K 1300 GT 2009
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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.
BMW K 1300 GT 2009

The engine now produces 160 hp and 135 Nm. This should make further comments on driving performance superfluous. Sitting upright with the windshield extended, you can accelerate to over 250 km/h with absolute ease. Only at this point do you start to think a little about the poor engine - below this, it is simply completely underpowered, always and everywhere.