2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT 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.

Top on paper
2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT
85 pts
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
15 pts

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

2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT
37.5 pts
Best fit here
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
63.5 pts

Touring / long rides

Best fit here
2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT
98.2 pts
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
24.2 pts

Sporty riding

Best fit here
2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT
83.9 pts
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
9.9 pts

New rider friendly

2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT
22.8 pts
Best fit here
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
76.2 pts

Seat height (cm)

Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.

  • 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT 83.4 cm Tallest seat here
  • KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 cm Lowest seat here

Spread in this comparison: about 0.4 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 188 hp (2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT).
  • Torque spans 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) up to 145 Nm (2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT).
  • Weight spans 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) to 213 kg (2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT).
  • Engine sizes are very close.
Specification 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
Brand KTM KTM
Model 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
Engine size Above 1000cc Above 1000cc
Power 188hp 173hp
Torque 145nm. 141nm.
Cylinders / valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves Twin cylinder, 8 valves
Weight 213kg 209kg
Front brake Brembo Stylema Monoblock 4-piston radial-mounted caliper, dual 320mm discs w/ ABS 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc
Rear brake Brembo 2-piston fixed caliper, 240mm disc w/ ABS 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc
Seat height (cm) 83.4cm 83cm
Front tyre 120/70-17 120/70 17
Rear tyre 200/55-17 200/55 17
Cooling Liquid cooling Liquid cooling
Front suspension 48mm WP Apex inverted fork, semi-active (Gen 3); 4.9 in. travel WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension WP Apex linkage shock, semi-active (Gen 3); 5.5 in. travel WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber
Motorcycle type Touring Touring
Top speed 280km/h 260km/h
Fuel capacity / consumption 19.5 L – 8 L/100km 23 L – 6 L/100km
Service network
Service quality
Parts availability
Price $25000 $19799
Brand price lists View KTM price list View KTM price list
Extra features

– 8.8" TFT touchscreen with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, trip meter, clock
– Smartphone connectivity

– LED lights, cornering lights
– Riding modes, cornering traction control, anti-wheelie. Optional: launch control, switchable anti-wheelie
– Adaptive cruise control, TPMS, adjustable hand and foot levers, handlebars

-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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2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT vs 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT: listed specifications

The 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT and 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT are closely matched in weight and torque, while the 1390 SUPER DUKE GT has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.

Engine displacement

1390 SUPER DUKE GT and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).

Peak power

1390 SUPER DUKE GT has a modest listed power advantage (188 hp vs 173 hp).

Torque

1390 SUPER DUKE GT and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar listed torque (145 Nm vs 141 Nm).

Listed top speed

1390 SUPER DUKE GT has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 260 km/h).

Cooling

Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.

Weight and seat height

1390 SUPER DUKE GT and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar listed weights (213 kg vs 209 kg). 1390 SUPER DUKE GT and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar seat heights (83.4 cm vs 83 cm).

Conclusion

The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and listed top speed, while displacement, torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?

2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.

Which has more horsepower, 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?

2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT has 188 hp compared with 173 hp on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.

Which is lighter, 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?

KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is lighter at 209 kg vs 213 kg for 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT.

Which is better, 2025 KTM 1390 SUPER DUKE GT 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.