Ktm Sm 990 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 900
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Sm 990
Aprilia Dorsoduro 900
Horsepower (hp)
113 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
90 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
215 kg
Type
Supermoto
Supermoto
Horsepower
113 hp @ 9,000 rpm
95 hp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
90 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated; note: limited real-world data available)
210 km/h (estimated)
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
215 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average; note: varies significantly with riding style)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ktm Sm 990
8.2/10
"A brilliant, high-maintenance lunatic that rewards prepared, attentive owners."
Pros
+Savage LC8 V-twin character
+Genuinely telepathic handling
+Supermoto royalty status
Cons
−Expensive when neglected
−Subframes crack under stress
−Thirsty around 38mpg
Aprilia Dorsoduro 900
7.8/10
"A flawed masterpiece that punishes neglect but rewards passionate ownership."
Pros
+Thunderous V-twin character
+Brembo brakes are exceptional
+Sharp, involving chassis
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing costs
−Known throttle body carbon issues
−Hard seat for long rides