2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000
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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 KTM 1390 Super Duke R 83 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-S1000 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2 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 152 hp (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 190 hp (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Torque spans 108 Nm (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) up to 145 Nm (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
- Weight spans 211 kg (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R) to 214 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S1000).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (SUZUKI GSX-S1000) to 1100 cc (2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R).
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| Specification | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | SUZUKI |
| Model | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | SUZUKI GSX-S1000 |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 190hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 145nm. | 108nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 211kg | 214kg |
| Front brake | Brembo Stylema 4-piston Monobloc caliper, 320 mm twin floating discs, equipped with Bosch ABS | Brembo, 4-piston, twin disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | 2-piston Brembo caliper, 240 mm disc, equipped with Bosch ABS | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70-17 Michelin Power GP | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 200/55-17 Michelin Power GP | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 48 mm WP Apex SAT inverted fork, electronically adjustable; 4.9 inches of travel | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | WP Apex SAT shock absorber, electronically adjustable; 5.5 inches of travel | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 285km/h | 270km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17.5 L – 5 L/100km | 19 L – 8 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $21499 | $11699 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Telemetry screen, 5 inch TFT display and connection, 5 different ride modes, -USB-C Connection |
-Ride-by-Wire throttle, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS), Traction Control, Bi-directional Quick Shift system (QS) -Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET), LCD panel, Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (SDMS), Suzuki Easy Start System, Low RPM Assist System |
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2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S1000 are closely matched in weight, while the 1390 Super Duke R has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
1390 Super Duke R has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed power advantage (190 hp vs 152 hp).
Torque
1390 Super Duke R has a clear listed torque advantage (145 Nm vs 108 Nm).
Listed top speed
1390 Super Duke R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (285 km/h vs 270 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1390 Super Duke R and GSX-S1000 have very similar listed weights (211 kg vs 214 kg). GSX-S1000 has a lower listed seat height (81 cm vs 83 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 KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R is listed at 285 km/h (177 mph) vs 270 km/h (168 mph) for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R has 190 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is lighter, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
KTM 1390 Super Duke R is lighter at 211 kg vs 214 kg for SUZUKI GSX-S1000.
Which is better, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or SUZUKI GSX-S1000?
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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