Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are both naked bikes with similar engine types and liquid cooling systems. The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has a slightly higher power output of 123 HP compared to the KTM 890 Duke R's 121 HP. However, the KTM 890 Duke R has a higher torque of 99 Nm compared to the Triumph's 79 Nm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature a telescopic fork at the front and a swingarm with a monoshock at the rear. The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS is equipped with Showa front suspension and Ohlins rear suspension, while the KTM 890 Duke R features WP suspension for both the front and rear. Both bikes offer adjustment options for compression, preload, and recovery.

When it comes to the chassis, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has an aluminum frame with a double tube design, while the KTM 890 Duke R features a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design.

In terms of braking, both bikes have dual disc brakes at the front with four-piston calipers. The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has slightly smaller front discs with a diameter of 310 mm, while the KTM 890 Duke R has larger front discs with a diameter of 320 mm. Both bikes feature radial technology for the front brakes.

Triumph Street Triple 765 RS 2020

Both the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS and the KTM 890 Duke R come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions, both bikes have the same front and rear tire widths of 120 mm and 180 mm respectively, with a 17-inch diameter for both. The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has a shorter wheelbase of 1405 mm compared to the KTM 890 Duke R's 1482 mm. The seat height of the Triumph is 825 mm, while the KTM has a slightly higher seat height of 834 mm. Both bikes have a dry weight of 166 kg, including ABS.

The Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has a larger fuel tank capacity of 17.4 liters, while the KTM 890 Duke R has a smaller capacity of 14 liters.

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS offers a lively motor, high-quality components, a quick gearbox with a blipper, impressive sound, excellent Brembo M50 braking system, and a sporty appearance. It also has a relatively low weight.

On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke R offers a sporty and high-revving engine, excellent quick-shifting gearbox, excellent electronic package, great brakes, good chassis, and easy handling with a noticeable lack of weight.

As for weaknesses, the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS has a somewhat complicated navigation menu, connectivity system errors, and difficult-to-access adjustment screws on the fork. The KTM 890 Duke R has cheap buttons and switches, such as the indicator switch, and slightly nervous geometry.

In summary, both bikes offer impressive performance and features, with the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS excelling in terms of power and braking, while the KTM 890 Duke R stands out with its electronic package and handling.