KAWASAKI Ninja H2R 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.
- KAWASAKI Ninja H2R 83 cm Lowest seat here
- KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 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 173 hp (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) up to 326 hp (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Torque spans 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) up to 165 Nm (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Weight spans 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) to 216 kg (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (KAWASAKI Ninja H2R) to 1100 cc (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
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| Specification | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KAWASAKI | KTM |
| Model | KAWASAKI Ninja H2R | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 326hp | 173hp |
| Torque | 165nm. | 141nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 216kg | 209kg |
| Front brake | 330 mm Brembo dual disc, dual radial-mounted 4-piston Brembo monoblock caliper | 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Rear brake | 250 mm single disc, Brembo dual-piston caliper | 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 | 120/70 17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55ZR17 | 200/55 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Öhlins 43 mm inverted fork, rebound damping, compression damping, and spring preload adjustable | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX36 gas-charged shock, compression damping, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustable | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Touring |
| Top speed | 400km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 23 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $58100 | $19799 |
| Brand price lists | View KAWASAKI price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | Additional Features:
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-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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2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT: listed specifications
The 2023 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R and 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT differ on the listed specifications: the Ninja H2R has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed, and the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has more displacement, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Ninja H2R has a clear listed power advantage (326 hp vs 173 hp).
Torque
Ninja H2R has a clear listed torque advantage (165 Nm vs 141 Nm).
Listed top speed
Ninja H2R has a clear listed top-speed advantage (400 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a modest listed weight advantage (209 kg vs 216 kg). Ninja H2R and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar seat heights (83 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 KAWASAKI Ninja H2R vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R is listed at 400 km/h (249 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which has more horsepower, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KAWASAKI Ninja H2R has 326 hp compared with 173 hp on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which is lighter, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is lighter at 209 kg vs 216 kg for KAWASAKI Ninja H2R.
Which is better, KAWASAKI Ninja H2R 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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