Ktm Super Duke 990 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Super Duke 990 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050. 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. Triumph Speed Triple 1050: 133 hp @ 9,400 rpm hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 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
Triumph Speed Triple 1050
Horsepower (hp)
118 hp
133 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
111 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
230 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
189 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
118 hp @ 9,000 rpm
133 hp @ 9,400 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
111 Nm @ 7,850 rpm
Top Speed
230 km/h
225 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
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, 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
Triumph Speed Triple 1050
8.5/10
"The best-sounding naked middleweight you can buy used today."
Pros
+Intoxicating triple-cylinder soundtrack
+Savage mid-range torque delivery
+Excellent Brembo braking performance
Cons
−Steering head bearings wear fast
−Unforgiving for inexperienced riders
−Fuel pump issues on early models
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