2024 KTM DUKE 790 vs 2024 YAMAHA XSR900
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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 DUKE 790 80 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 YAMAHA XSR900 81 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 105 hp (2024 KTM DUKE 790) up to 119 hp (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Torque spans 87 Nm (2024 KTM DUKE 790) up to 93 Nm (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Weight spans 174 kg (2024 KTM DUKE 790) to 193 kg (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
- Displacement spans 800 cc (2024 KTM DUKE 790) to 900 cc (2024 YAMAHA XSR900).
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| Specification | KTM DUKE 790 | YAMAHA XSR900 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | YAMAHA |
| Model | KTM DUKE 790 | YAMAHA XSR900 |
| Engine size | 800cc | 900cc |
| Power | 105hp | 119hp |
| Torque | 87nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 174kg | 193kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston, 2 x radially mounted calipers | 298mm dual hydraulic discs; ABS |
| Rear brake | Two-piston caliper brake disc | 245mm single hydraulic disc; ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 80cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | Massis Supermaxx ST | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Rear tyre | Massis Supermaxx ST | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) Tubeless (Bridgestone® Battlax Hypersport S22) |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 140 mm | 41mm inverted fork, adjustable preload, compression and rebound; 5.1-in travel |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock 150 mm | Single shock, adjustable preload and rebound damping; 5.4-in travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 210km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14 L – 4.6 L/100km | 14 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9499 | $10299 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | ABS System Driving Modes TFT Display |
-Ride-by-Wire Throttle with APSG, Assist & Slipper (A&S) Clutch, Six-Axis IMU with Rider Aids, Traction Control System, Slide Control System (SCS), LIFT Control System (LIF), Brake Control System (BC), Full-Color 3.5-inch TFT Display, Up & Down Quick Shift System, Cruise Control |
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2024 KTM DUKE 790 vs 2024 YAMAHA XSR900: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM DUKE 790 and 2024 YAMAHA XSR900 differ on the listed specifications: the DUKE 790 has a lower listed weight, and the XSR900 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
XSR900 has a larger listed engine displacement (900 cc vs 800 cc).
Peak power
XSR900 has a modest listed power advantage (119 hp vs 105 hp).
Torque
XSR900 has a modest listed torque advantage (93 Nm vs 87 Nm).
Listed top speed
XSR900 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 210 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
DUKE 790 is notably lighter on the listed weight (174 kg vs 193 kg). DUKE 790 and XSR900 have very similar seat heights (80 cm vs 81 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 DUKE 790 vs YAMAHA XSR900?
YAMAHA XSR900 is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 210 km/h (130 mph) for KTM DUKE 790.
Which has more horsepower, KTM DUKE 790 or YAMAHA XSR900?
YAMAHA XSR900 has 119 hp compared with 105 hp on the KTM DUKE 790.
Which is lighter, KTM DUKE 790 or YAMAHA XSR900?
KTM DUKE 790 is lighter at 174 kg vs 193 kg for YAMAHA XSR900.
Which is better, KTM DUKE 790 or YAMAHA XSR900?
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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