2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-09
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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 YAMAHA MT-09 82.5 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 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA MT-09) up to 123 hp (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA MT-09) up to 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Weight spans 193 kg (2024 YAMAHA MT-09) to 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA MT-09) to 1000 cc (2024 KTM 990 Duke).
Reader votes so far — total 9: 2024 KTM 990 Duke (6); 2024 YAMAHA MT-09 (3).
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| Specification | KTM 990 Duke | YAMAHA MT-09 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | YAMAHA |
| Model | KTM 990 Duke | YAMAHA MT-09 |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 123hp | 119hp |
| Torque | 103nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 198kg | 193kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs | Dual 298mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Rear brake | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc | 245mm hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 82.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 120/70ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23) |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 180/55ZR17 (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S23) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | 41mm inverted fork, adjustable preload, compression and rebound; 5.1-in travel |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 4.6-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 245km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km | 14 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12500 | $10599 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | -5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
-New Five-Inch Full-Color TFT Display with Updated Switchgear, New Smartphone Connectivity, New Back Slip Regulator -New Customizable YRC Ride Modes, Acoustic Amplifier Grilles for Enhanced Intake Sound, New Brembo Radial Master Cylinder, New Third-Generation Quickshifter -New Cruise Control & Turn Signal Functions, Six-Axis IMU |
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2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2024 YAMAHA MT-09: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 990 Duke and 2024 YAMAHA MT-09 are closely matched in peak power and weight, while the 990 Duke has more displacement and torque.
Engine displacement
990 Duke has a larger listed engine displacement (1000 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
990 Duke and MT-09 have very similar peak power (123 hp vs 119 hp).
Torque
990 Duke has a modest listed torque advantage (103 Nm vs 93 Nm).
Listed top speed
990 Duke and MT-09 have very similar listed top speeds (250 km/h vs 245 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
990 Duke and MT-09 have very similar listed weights (198 kg vs 193 kg). 990 Duke and MT-09 have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 82.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement and torque, while peak power, listed top speed, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 990 Duke vs YAMAHA MT-09?
KTM 990 Duke is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 245 km/h (152 mph) for YAMAHA MT-09.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 990 Duke or YAMAHA MT-09?
KTM 990 Duke has 123 hp compared with 119 hp on the YAMAHA MT-09.
Which is lighter, KTM 990 Duke or YAMAHA MT-09?
YAMAHA MT-09 is lighter at 193 kg vs 198 kg for KTM 990 Duke.
Which is better, KTM 990 Duke or YAMAHA MT-09?
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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