2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS 83 cm Lowest seat here
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 177 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS) up to 190 hp (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Torque spans 125 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS) up to 145 Nm (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Weight spans 198 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS) to 211 kg (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | TRIUMPH |
| Model | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 190hp | 177hp |
| Torque | 145nm. | 125nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 211kg | 198kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Stylema 4-piston Monobloc caliper, 320 mm twin floating discs, equipped with Bosch ABS | Twin 320mm floating discs. Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers, OC-ABS, radial master cylinder with separate reservoir, span |
| Rear brake | 2-piston Brembo caliper, 240 mm disc, equipped with Bosch ABS | Single 220mm disc. Brembo twin piston caliper, OC-ABS. Rear master cylinder with separate reservoir. |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70-17 Michelin Power GP | 120/70 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V3 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55-17 Michelin Power GP | 190/55 ZR17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V3 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 48 mm WP Apex SAT inverted fork, electronically adjustable; 4.9 inches of travel | Ohlins 43 mm NIX30 upside down forks with adjustable preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm travel. |
| Rear suspension | WP Apex SAT shock absorber, electronically adjustable; 5.5 inches of travel | Öhlins TTX36 twin tube monoshock with preload, rebound and compression damping, 120 mm rear wheel travel. |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 285km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.5 L – 5 L/100km | 15.5 L – 7 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $21499 | $18895 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View TRIUMPH price list |
| Extra features | -Telemetry screen, 5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, -USB-C Connection |
-Full-color 5" TFT instruments, 5 configurable riding modes (rain, road, sport, track, and rider) -Optimized Cornering ABS and switchable Optimized Cornering Traction Control (with IMU), Front Wheel Lift Control, Cruise Control -Triumph Shift Assist up and down quickshifter, Slip & assist clutch, Full keyless system, Lithium-ion battery -15000km/12 months service interval. |
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2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R and 2024 TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS are closely matched in displacement, while the 1390 Super Duke R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the Speed Triple 1200 RS has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
1390 Super Duke R and Speed Triple 1200 RS have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
1390 Super Duke R has a modest listed power advantage (190 hp vs 177 hp).
Torque
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed torque advantage (145 Nm vs 125 Nm).
Listed top speed
1390 Super Duke R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (285 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Speed Triple 1200 RS has a modest listed weight advantage (198 kg vs 211 kg). 1390 Super Duke R and Speed Triple 1200 RS have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R is listed at 285 km/h (177 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R has 190 hp compared with 177 hp on the TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS.
Which is lighter, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS is lighter at 198 kg vs 211 kg for KTM 1390 Super Duke R.
Which is better, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or TRIUMPH Speed Triple 1200 RS?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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