Ktm Superduke 890
The KTM 890 Duke R (often referred to as the Super Duke 890 or 890 Duke) was introduced in 2020 as a successor to the 790 Duke, featuring a larger 889cc parallel-twin engine with improved power and refinement. It was developed to fill the gap between the 790 Duke and the larger 1290 Super Duke R, offering a mid-displacement naked bike with sharper chassis dynamics and electronics. The 890 Duke R variant, launched in 2021, added a fully adjustable WP APEX suspension setup and became widely praised as one of the best handling middleweights on the market.
121 hp
Power
99 Nm
Torque
169 kg
Weight
225 km/h (estimated; NOTE: KTM does not officially publish a top speed figure)
Top Speed
5.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average; NOTE: official KTM figure is approximately 5.4 L/100km)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Parallel Twin Sweet Spot
The 890cc parallel-twin engine delivers a strong balance of middleweight torque and high-rev excitement, making it more accessible than the 1290 while still producing around 121hp. It's praised for linear power delivery that suits both city riding and track days.
Watch the Clutch Slave
Some owners report premature wear on the hydraulic clutch slave cylinder, particularly on earlier 2020-2021 models. It's worth checking clutch engagement feel during a test ride and confirming service history.
Solid Resale Holding
The 890 Duke R holds resale value reasonably well due to strong brand demand and its reputation as a sharp-handling naked bike. Bikes with full KTM service history and WP suspension upgrades command noticeably higher prices on the used market.
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