Yamaha Fz-10 vs Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Fz-10 vs Ktm 1290 Super Duke R. Yamaha Fz-10: 158 hp @ 11,500 rpm hp, 213 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~260 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced), 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
Yamaha Fz-10
Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
Horsepower (hp)
158 hp
180 hp
Torque (Nm)
111 Nm
140 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
260 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
189 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
158 hp @ 11,500 rpm
180 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
111 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
140 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
~260 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
270 km/h
Weight
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.0–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
7.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fz-10
8.5/10
"An insane performance bargain, but only for genuinely experienced riders."
Pros
+Savage R1-derived crossplane engine
+Excellent electronics package
+Sharp, responsive chassis
Cons
−Aggressive ergonomics punish longer rides
−First gear requires real respect
−Heat soak in slow traffic
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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