2024 KTM 990 Duke vs HONDA CB1000R
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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
- HONDA CB1000R 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 145 hp (HONDA CB1000R).
- Torque spans 103 Nm (2024 KTM 990 Duke) up to 104 Nm (HONDA CB1000R).
- Weight spans 198 kg (2024 KTM 990 Duke) to 212 kg (HONDA CB1000R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | KTM 990 Duke | HONDA CB1000R |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | HONDA |
| Model | KTM 990 Duke | HONDA CB1000R |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 123hp | 145hp |
| Torque | 103nm. | 104nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 198kg | 212kg |
| Front brake | 2x radially mounted 4 piston caliper with 300 mm discs | 310mm double disc |
| Rear brake | 2 piston caliper, brake disc with 240mm disc | 256mm single disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 82.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 Bridgestone S22 | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | Showa SFF-BP USD fork |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | Showa monoshock (axle travel 131mm) |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 265km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15 L – 4.7 L/100km | 16.2 L – 7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $12500 | $13000 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, traction control -Launch control, track mode. |
-5” TFT screen, Advanced slipper/assist clutch, New three-level quick shifter -SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL, THROTTLE-BY-WIRE, power modes |
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2024 KTM 990 Duke vs 2023 HONDA CB1000R: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 990 Duke and 2023 HONDA CB1000R are closely matched in torque and displacement, while the 990 Duke has a lower listed weight, and the CB1000R has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
990 Duke and CB1000R have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
CB1000R has a clear listed power advantage (145 hp vs 123 hp).
Torque
990 Duke and CB1000R have very similar listed torque (103 Nm vs 104 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB1000R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (265 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 212 kg). 990 Duke and CB1000R have very similar seat heights (82.5 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, listed top speed and weight, while displacement, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 990 Duke vs HONDA CB1000R?
HONDA CB1000R is listed at 265 km/h (165 mph) vs 250 km/h (155 mph) for KTM 990 Duke.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 990 Duke or HONDA CB1000R?
HONDA CB1000R has 145 hp compared with 123 hp on the KTM 990 Duke.
Which is lighter, KTM 990 Duke or HONDA CB1000R?
KTM 990 Duke is lighter at 198 kg vs 212 kg for HONDA CB1000R.
Which is better, KTM 990 Duke or HONDA CB1000R?
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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