2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R 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 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R 77 cm Lowest seat here
- KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 6 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 165 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R) up to 173 hp (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Torque spans 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) up to 221 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
- Weight spans 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) to 291 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TRIUMPH | KTM |
| Model | TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 165hp | 173hp |
| Torque | 221nm. | 141nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 291kg | 209kg |
| Front brake | Dual 320mm discs, Brembo M4.30 Stylema® 4-piston radial monobloc calipers, Cornering ABS | 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Rear brake | Single 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper, Cornering ABS | 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 77cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 150/80 R17 V | 120/70 17 |
| Rear tyre | 240/50 R16 V | 200/55 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 47mm upside-down 1 1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjuster, 4.7in (120mm) travel | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | Fully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjuster, 4.2in (107mm) rear wheel travel. | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Chopper – Cruiser | Touring |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 18 L – 8 L/100km | 23 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $23895 | $19799 |
| Brand price lists | View TRIUMPH price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Torque assist hydraulic clutch, Four riding modes (Road, Rain, Sport and Rider-Configurable modes) -2nd generation TFT instruments, Optimized cornering ABS and traction control, Ride-by-Wire -Cruise control with single button operation, Keyless ignition and steering lock -SERVICE INTERVAL: 10,000 miles/16,000 Km or 12 Months |
-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 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R vs 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT: listed specifications
The 2024 TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R and 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT are closely matched in peak power and displacement, while the Rocket 3 R has more torque, and the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
Rocket 3 R and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
Rocket 3 R and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar peak power (165 hp vs 173 hp).
Torque
Rocket 3 R has a clear listed torque advantage (221 Nm vs 141 Nm).
Listed top speed
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a modest listed top-speed advantage (260 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1290 SUPER DUKE GT is notably lighter on the listed weight (209 kg vs 291 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is listed higher (83 cm) than Rocket 3 R (77 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement and peak power remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which has more horsepower, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has 173 hp compared with 165 hp on the TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which is lighter, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is lighter at 209 kg vs 291 kg for TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R.
Which is better, TRIUMPH Rocket 3 R 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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