KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs Yamaha Fz25. KTM 1390 Super Duke R: 210 hp (157 kW) hp, ~430 lbs (195 kg) weight, top speed ~180 mph (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
KTM 1390 Super Duke R
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
210 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
106 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
430 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
210 hp (157 kW)
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
106 lb-ft (144 Nm)
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~180 mph (estimated)
130 km/h
Weight
~430 lbs (195 kg)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
—
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
KTM 1390 Super Duke R
8.5/10
"The maddest supernaked money can buy, used or otherwise."
Pros
+Brutal, addictive power delivery
+Excellent semi-active suspension
+Sharp, telepathic chassis feel
Cons
−Appalling long-distance comfort
−Thirsty under hard use
−Early IMU software gremlins
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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