2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR vs 2026 Yamaha YZF-R7

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR 2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, 75° V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
132 kW / 180 hp
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
180 kg / 396.8 lbs
2026 Yamaha YZF-R7 2026 Yamaha YZF-R7

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
54 kW / 72.4 hp @ 8750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
189 kg / 417 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20212026
Make ModelKTM 1290 Super Duke RRYamaha YZF-R7
Total Produced500 Units-
Dimensions
Seat Height837 mm / 32.9 in831 mm / 32.7 in
Wheelbase-1395 mm / 54.9 in
Ground Clearance160 mm / 6.2 in135 mm / 5.3 in
Height-1160 mm / 45.7 in
Length-2070 mm / 81.5 in
Width-724 mm / 28.5 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)180-
Wet Weight (kg)-189
Dry Weight180 kg / 396.8 lbs-
Fuel Capacity16 Litres / 4.2 US gal14 Litres / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight-189 kg / 417 lbs
Performance
Max Power132 kW / 180 hp35 kW / 47 hp @7750 rpm
Max Torque140 Nm / 103 lb-ft68 Nm / 50 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine
Displacement1301 cc / 79.3 cu-in689 cc / 42.04 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 75° V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke108 x 71 mm80 x 68.6 mm
Compression Ratio-11.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsEURO5Euro 5
ExhaustAkrapovič "slip-on line" exhaust system, Made from titanium with a carbon fiber end capIntegrated 2-into-1 exhaust pipes and muffler
Fuel Induction-Fuel injection with YCC-T
IgnitionKeihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignitionTCI Transistor Controlled Ignition
LubricationForced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumpsWet sump
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchPASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuatedMultiplate wet clutch, with Assist & Slipper clutch
Final Drive525 X-RingChain
Transmission / Drive6-speed6 Speed constant mesh
Chassis
Frame TypeChrome-moly tubular space frame, powder-coatedA high-strength steel frame with a rigid-mount aluminum center
Suspension - FrontFully adjustable WP APEX PRO 7548 close cartridge forksTelescopic fork adjustable for preload, rebound and compression
Suspension - RearAPEX PRO 7746 MonoshockLinked-type Monocross shock, adjustable preload and rebound
Rake-24°
Steering Head Angle65.6°-
SubframeCarbon fiber-
Trail-91 mm / 3.6 in
Wheel Travel - Front130 mm / 5.1 in119 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in122 mm / 4.8 in
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm Brembo Stylema Monobloc four piston, radially mounted caliper2x 298mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Brakes - RearSingle 240 mm discSingle 245mm disc, single piston caliper
ABSBosch 9.1MP 2.0 (with cornering ABS and SUPERMOTO ABS)Standard
Rims - Front3.5 x 17-
Rims - Rear6.00 x 17-
Tyres - FrontMichelin Power Cup2120/70ZR17 Bridgestone- BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S23F
Tyres - RearMichelin Power Cup2180/55ZR17 Bridgestone- BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S23R
Wheels7 spoke forged wheels-