2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
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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 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen 84.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 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 173 hp (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) up to 212 hp (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen).
- Torque spans 116.5 Nm (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen) up to 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Weight spans 205 kg (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen) to 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen) to 1100 cc (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
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| Specification | MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | MV AGUSTA | KTM |
| Model | MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 212hp | 173hp |
| Torque | 116.5nm. | 141nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 205kg | 209kg |
| Front brake | Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter, with steel braking disc and aluminium flange - Brembo radial master cylinder/level assembly | 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Rear brake | Single steel disc with Ø 220 mm (Ø 8.66 in.) dia.- Brembo PS13 brake master cylinder | 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) | 120/70 17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 - ZR 17 M/C (78 W) | 200/55 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Öhlins Nix EC hydraulic “upside down” front forks with TiN superficial treatment. Completely adjustable with electronically controlled compression and rebound damping with manually controlled spring preload. | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | Progressive, single shock absorber Öhlins EC TTX completely adjustable with electronically controlled compression and rebound damping and spring preload | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Touring |
| Top speed | 310km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16 L – 7.4 L/100km | 23 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $50000 | $19799 |
| Brand price lists | View MV AGUSTA price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | Carbon components: Air-box cover - Dashboard harness cover - RH/LH fuel tank panels - RH/LH side panels - Clutch and gearbox covers - Side headlight covers - Front headlight cover - Front spoiler - Front and rear wheels - Lower exhaust cover - LH/RH silencer covers - Passenger seat cover Exclusive features: Lighter crankshaft - New combustion chamber Lighter pistons - Titanium connecting rods Dashboard TFT 5.5”color display - Cruise control Bluetooth - GPS - MV Ride App for navigation mirroring, app-controlled engine, suspension and rider aids setup - Launch Control - FLC (Front lift control) - Mobisat anti-theft system with geolocation - Customized Alcantara seats |
-Euro5, Heated Grips, -Riding Modes 4 Different riding modes: Rain, Street, Sport, and Track -7 inch TFT Dashboard, Twin Ignition Technology, Slipper Clutch, Wind Shield |
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2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen vs 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT: listed specifications
The 2024 MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen and 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT are closely matched in weight, while the Brutale 1000 RR Assen has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed, and the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has more displacement and torque.
Engine displacement
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Brutale 1000 RR Assen has a clear listed power advantage (212 hp vs 173 hp).
Torque
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a clear listed torque advantage (141 Nm vs 116.5 Nm).
Listed top speed
Brutale 1000 RR Assen has a clear listed top-speed advantage (310 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Brutale 1000 RR Assen and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar listed weights (205 kg vs 209 kg). 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a lower listed seat height (83 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen is listed at 310 km/h (193 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which has more horsepower, MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen has 212 hp compared with 173 hp on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which is lighter, MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen is lighter at 205 kg vs 209 kg for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which is better, MV AGUSTA Brutale 1000 RR Assen or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
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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