2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R
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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 990 Duke 82.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
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 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke) up to 190 hp (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Torque spans 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke) up to 145 Nm (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Weight spans 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke) to 211 kg (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 KTM 990 Duke) to 1100 cc (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
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| Specification | KTM 990 Duke | KTM 1390 Super Duke R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | KTM |
| Model | KTM 990 Duke | KTM 1390 Super Duke R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 123hp | 190hp |
| Torque | 103nm. | 145nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 198kg | 211kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs | Brembo Stylema 4-piston Monobloc caliper, 320 mm twin floating discs, equipped with Bosch ABS |
| Rear brake | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc | 2-piston Brembo caliper, 240 mm disc, equipped with Bosch ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 120/70-17 Michelin Power GP |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 200/55-17 Michelin Power GP |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | 48 mm WP Apex SAT inverted fork, electronically adjustable; 4.9 inches of travel |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | WP Apex SAT shock absorber, electronically adjustable; 5.5 inches of travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 285km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km | 17.5 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12500 | $21499 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
-Telemetry screen, 5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, -USB-C Connection |
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2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 990 Duke and 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R differ on the listed specifications: the 990 Duke has a lower listed weight, and the 1390 Super Duke R has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
1390 Super Duke R has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed power advantage (190 hp vs 123 hp).
Torque
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed torque advantage (145 Nm vs 103 Nm).
Listed top speed
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (285 km/h vs 250 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
990 Duke has a modest listed weight advantage (198 kg vs 211 kg). 990 Duke and 1390 Super Duke R have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 990 Duke vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R is listed at 285 km/h (177 mph) vs 250 km/h (155 mph) for KTM 990 Duke.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 990 Duke or KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R has 190 hp compared with 123 hp on the KTM 990 Duke.
Which is lighter, KTM 990 Duke or KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
KTM 990 Duke is lighter at 198 kg vs 211 kg for KTM 1390 Super Duke R.
Which is better, KTM 990 Duke or KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
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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