Ktm Supermoto 990 vs Ducati Hypermotard 1100
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Supermoto 990 vs Ducati Hypermotard 1100. Ktm Supermoto 990: 113 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 198 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Ducati Hypermotard 1100: 90 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 178 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 215 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Supermoto 990
Ducati Hypermotard 1100
Horsepower (hp)
113 hp
90 hp
Torque (Nm)
100 Nm
103 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
215 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
178 kg
Type
Supermoto
Supermoto
Horsepower
113 hp @ 9,000 rpm
90 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
103 Nm @ 5,750 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
215 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
178 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5–9.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ktm Supermoto 990
7.8/10
"Brilliant, characterful machine that demands a disciplined pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+LC8 engine is intoxicating
+Razor-sharp supermoto handling
+Usable touring capability
Cons
−Expensive to maintain properly
−Known frame cracking issues
−Fuel pump reliability concerns
Ducati Hypermotard 1100
7.8/10
"Brilliant, demanding, characterful — buy it with your eyes wide open."
Pros
+Intoxicating air-cooled character
+Razor-sharp steering agility
+Iconic aggressive visual presence
Cons
−Expensive Desmo valve services
−Suspension components wear quickly
−Uncomfortable beyond two hours
Top 10 Accessories
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