KTM 690 Duke 2013 vs. BMW S 1000 R 2017

KTM 690 Duke 2013

BMW S 1000 R 2017
Visão geral - KTM 690 Duke 2013 vs BMW S 1000 R 2017
The KTM 690 Duke 2013 and the BMW S 1000 R 2017 are both naked bikes with their own unique features and specifications.
Starting with the KTM 690 Duke 2013, it has a 1-cylinder engine with a power output of 68 HP and a torque of 70 Nm. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a displacement of 690 ccm. The front suspension is a telescopic upside-down fork and the frame is made of chrome-molybdenum. The front brakes have four pistons with radial technology. The bike has a tire width of 120 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1466 mm and the seat height is 835 mm. The fuel tank has a capacity of 14 liters.

KTM 690 Duke 2013
On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 has a 4-cylinder engine with a much higher power output of 165 HP and a torque of 114 Nm. Like the KTM, it also has a liquid-cooled engine with a displacement of 999 ccm. The front suspension is a telescopic upside-down fork and the frame is made of aluminum. The front brakes also have four pistons with radial technology. The tire width is the same as the KTM at 120 mm at the front, but wider at 190 mm at the rear. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1439 mm and the seat height is lower at 814 mm. The fuel tank has a larger capacity of 17.5 liters.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Duke 2013 is praised for its lightweight, sufficient power, and low fuel consumption. On the other hand, the BMW S 1000 R 2017 is known for having the best gear shift assistant in the naked bike category, being a universal bike without any weaknesses, having a powerful engine with a fantastic sound, excellent maneuverability, and a wide range of equipment and accessory options. It also has powerful brakes and the semi-active suspension makes manual configuration unnecessary.

BMW S 1000 R 2017
However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The KTM 690 Duke 2013 lacks the ability to adjust the frame and is criticized for its lack of comfort. The BMW S 1000 R 2017 has lower quality stock tires and an inactive sitting position on the race track.
In conclusion, the KTM 690 Duke 2013 and the BMW S 1000 R 2017 are both impressive naked bikes with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. The KTM offers a lightweight and efficient ride, while the BMW provides a powerful and versatile experience with advanced features.
Especificações técnicas KTM 690 Duke 2013 em comparação com BMW S 1000 R 2017
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KTM 690 Duke 2013

Para pura diversão, a 690 Duke sem o R já é suficiente. O potente motor monocilíndrico é quase idêntico, tal como o peso e o manuseamento, e o aspeto é demasiado semelhante para ser um verdadeiro ponto de venda para a 690 Duke R.
BMW S 1000 R 2017

O talento universal da BMW também melhorou em 2017. O BMW oferece a mais ampla gama de utilização e um motor excecionalmente cultivado, uma caixa de velocidades perfeita e o melhor assistente de mudança de velocidades no terreno. A condução é simples mas rápida. Sente-se bastante baixo no veículo.
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado KTM 690 Duke vs BMW S 1000 R
There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Duke 2013 and a BMW S 1000 R 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 R 2017 is about 141% higher. Compared to BMW S 1000 R 2017 there are less KTM 690 Duke 2013 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 9 compared to 22. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Duke with 60 days compared to 97 days for a BMW S 1000 R. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke and 62 reviews for the BMW S 1000 R since model year 2014. The first review for the KTM 690 Duke was published on 28/09/2007 and now has more than 14 800 views. This compares to more than 17 300 views for the first review on BMW S 1000 R published on 03/11/2013.