KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT vs DUCATI Superleggera V4
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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.
- KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 cm Lowest seat here
- DUCATI Superleggera V4 83.5 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 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 224 hp (DUCATI Superleggera V4).
- Torque spans 116 Nm (DUCATI Superleggera V4) up to 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Weight spans 178 kg (DUCATI Superleggera V4) to 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (DUCATI Superleggera V4) to 1100 cc (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
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| Specification | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT | DUCATI Superleggera V4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | DUCATI |
| Model | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT | DUCATI Superleggera V4 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 173hp | 224hp |
| Torque | 141nm. | 116nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 209kg | 178kg |
| Front brake | 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc | 2 x 330 mm semi-floating discs, radially mounted Brembo Monobloc Stylema® R 4-piston callipers with Cornering ABS EVO |
| Rear brake | 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc | 245 mm disc, 2-piston calliper with Cornering ABS EVO |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 17 | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 17 | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP 200/60 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm | Fully adjustable 43 mm Öhlins NPX25/30 pressurized fork with TiN treatment, billet fork bottoms, lightweight springs, fully adjustable. |
| Rear suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber | Fully adjustable Ohlins TTX36 unit with GP valve and titanium spring. Carbon fiber single-sided swingarm. |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Supersport |
| Top speed | 260km/h | 360km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 23 L – 6 L/100km | 16 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $19799 | $100000 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View DUCATI price list |
| Extra features | -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 |
-Riding Modes, Power Modes, Cornering ABS EVO, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) EVO 2, Ducati Wheel Control (DWC) EVO, Ducati Slip Control (DSC), Engine Brake Control (EBC) EVO, Automatic tire calibration -Ducati Power Launch (DPL), Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up/down EVO 2, Full LED lighting with Daytime Running Light (DRL), GPS module, Lap Timer EVO 2, PIT limiter, Ohlins steering damper, Quick adjust buttons, Lithium -ion battery, Automatic shut-off indicators, Chassis made of carbon fibre, Fairings made of carbon fiber, Wheels made of carbon fiber, Fenders made of carbon fiber, Biplane wings made of carbon fiber, High-flow air filter, Type-approved AkrapoviÄ muffler made of titanium ADDITIONAL FEATURES -Front and rear paddock stands, Battery maintenance, Racing Kit: AkrapoviÄ Titanium racing exhaust, Machined mirror blocking plates, License plate mounting removal plug, Turn lever guard, Carbon fiber clutch cover, Ducati Data Analyzer+ (DDA+) with GPS module, Side stand removal kit, Front and rear lights removal kit, Bicycle cover. |
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2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT vs 2023 DUCATI Superleggera V4: listed specifications
The 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT and 2023 DUCATI Superleggera V4 differ on the listed specifications: the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has more displacement and torque, and the Superleggera V4 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
Superleggera V4 has a clear listed power advantage (224 hp vs 173 hp).
Torque
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a clear listed torque advantage (141 Nm vs 116 Nm).
Listed top speed
Superleggera V4 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (360 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Superleggera V4 is notably lighter on the listed weight (178 kg vs 209 kg). 1290 SUPER DUKE GT and Superleggera V4 have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83.5 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 1290 SUPER DUKE GT vs DUCATI Superleggera V4?
DUCATI Superleggera V4 is listed at 360 km/h (224 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT or DUCATI Superleggera V4?
DUCATI Superleggera V4 has 224 hp compared with 173 hp on the KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which is lighter, KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT or DUCATI Superleggera V4?
DUCATI Superleggera V4 is lighter at 178 kg vs 209 kg for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which is better, KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT or DUCATI Superleggera V4?
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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