Ktm Super Duke 990 vs Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Super Duke 990 vs Ktm 1290 Super Duke R. Ktm Super Duke 990: 118 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 230 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Ktm 1290 Super Duke R: 180 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 270 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Super Duke 990
Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
Horsepower (hp)
118 hp
180 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
140 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
230 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
189 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
118 hp @ 9,000 rpm
180 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
140 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
230 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approximately 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ktm Super Duke 990
8.5/10
"A flawed, thrilling machine that rewards the diligent buyer handsomely."
Pros
+Savage LC8 V-twin character
+Genuinely involving riding experience
+Strong aftermarket support still
Cons
−Neglect-magnet ownership history common
−WP suspension needs regular attention
−Heat soak at standstill brutal
Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
8.5/10
"The ultimate naked bike — if your wallet and skill match its ambition."
Pros
+Savage LC8 V-twin performance
+World-class Brembo brakes
+Excellent semi-active suspension
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing costs
−Electronics failures on early models
−Punishing without full history
Top 10 Accessories
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