Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2018

Yamaha XSR900 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018
Visão geral - Yamaha XSR900 2018 vs KTM 790 Duke 2018
The Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the KTM 790 Duke 2018 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, they have some differences in terms of power, frame, and additional features.
Starting with the Yamaha XSR900 2018, it is equipped with a 115 HP inline 3-cylinder engine. This powerful motor provides a sporty and fast riding experience. The bike also features a liquid-cooled engine for efficient temperature control. The suspension system consists of a telescopic fork at the front and a swingarm with a monoshock at the rear, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride. The aluminum frame provides stability and durability. The XSR900 has dual disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 298 mm, offering excellent stopping power. It is also equipped with ABS for enhanced safety. The bike has a tire width of 120 mm at the front and 180 mm at the rear, with a 17-inch diameter for both. The wheelbase measures 1440 mm, and the seat height is 815 mm. The fuel tank has a capacity of 14 liters.

Yamaha XSR900 2018
On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 features a slightly less powerful 105 HP inline 2-cylinder engine. However, it compensates for this with its optimized chassis, which is designed for a sporty riding experience. The bike also has a liquid-cooled engine and a suspension system consisting of a telescopic fork at the front and a swingarm with a monoshock at the rear. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum, which provides strength and rigidity. The KTM 790 Duke has dual disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300 mm, offering excellent braking performance. In addition to ABS, it also has advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes and traction control. The tire width and diameter are the same as the Yamaha XSR900, with 120 mm at the front and 180 mm at the rear, both with a 17-inch diameter. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1475 mm, and the seat height is 825 mm. The fuel tank capacity is also 14 liters.
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 is praised for its extremely sporty and fast engine, excellent brakes, and overall performance. It also offers a comfortable seating position and high-quality finishes. Additionally, it is considered to have a good price-performance ratio.
On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 is praised for its high-revving engine with powerful acceleration, optimized chassis for sporty riding, and fantastic sound even with the stock exhaust. It also has many electronic features and functions, such as riding modes and traction control. The bike is also noted for its comfortable seating position.

KTM 790 Duke 2018
However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Yamaha XSR900 2018 is criticized for its almost too direct response and retro style that may not be thought out in every detail. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Duke 2018 is noted for its difficult handling at low revs, poor performance in city traffic, and sometimes complicated switches on the handlebar. There have also been reports of oil leaks in the engine block of many 790 Dukes.
In conclusion, the Yamaha XSR900 2018 and the KTM 790 Duke 2018 are both powerful and capable naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. While the XSR900 offers a sporty and fast riding experience with high-quality finishes, the 790 Duke focuses on optimized chassis and electronic features. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Especificações técnicas Yamaha XSR900 2018 em comparação com KTM 790 Duke 2018
Prós e contras em comparação
Prós e contras em comparação
Yamaha XSR900 2018

A Yamaha XSR900 é uma ilusão de ótica clássica - com o seu farol redondo, depósito angular e farolim traseiro acoplado, passa claramente por uma moto retro. Mas não é por acaso que o desempenho faz lembrar a potente naked de gama média Yamaha MT-09, que é a base extremamente desportiva da XSR900. Assim, o motor é uma explosão e os travões são apropriadamente venenosos. Felizmente, os engenheiros não exageraram com o chassis, a XSR900 oferece conforto suficiente e a posição de condução vertical é mais confortável do que o potente motor levaria a esperar. Em suma, a XSR900 é um dos modelos mais desportivos entre as motos retro.
KTM 790 Duke 2018

A KTM 790 Duke L é uma moto naked absolutamente desportiva com um elevado fator de diversão. Se um condutor principiante consegue lidar com ela depende muito da sua personalidade e comportamento de condução. Existem certamente motos mais adequadas para a aprendizagem, mas os caçadores de raios desportivos dificilmente ficarão satisfeitos com outra coisa. A 790 Duke L também não é muito entusiasta dos passeios quotidianos na cidade. Na estrada rural, no entanto, é uma explosão, mesmo com apenas 48 cv. Simplesmente uma moto divertida como está escrito no livro.
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado Yamaha XSR900 vs KTM 790 Duke
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha XSR900 2018 and a KTM 790 Duke 2018. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A Yamaha XSR900 2018 experiences a loss of 1.180 BRL in one year and 780 BRL in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 3.890 BRL and 6.050 BRL for a KTM 790 Duke 2018. Compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018 there are less Yamaha XSR900 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 4 compared to 24. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 58 days compared to 123 days for the Yamaha XSR900. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 30 reviews for the Yamaha XSR900 and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the Yamaha XSR900 was published on 25/11/2015 and now has more than 17.600 views. This compares to more than 160.600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 09/11/2016.