KTM 1290 Super Duke R
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Standard
RM 135,800
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Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
Standard
RM 105,900
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 1290 Super Duke R and Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R priced at RM 135,800 while the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 105,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS engine displacement is 1160 while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R houses a 1301 engine.

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Overview: 1290 Super Duke R vs Speed Triple 1200 RS

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1301 cc 1160 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 177 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.38/5
16 reviews
4.89/5
9 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Usable and fun in a wide range of circumstances

    I got a chance to test the KTM 1290 Super Duke R against its sibling, and my verdict is definitive. In my opinion, KTM has done a wonderful job in...

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    faizin Aug 13, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Duke R
  • Super naked version from Triumph brand

    There are tons of valid reasons to swoon over this super naked edition from Triumph. Agility in terms of its handling will surely delight its target...

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    shahzil Oct 08, 2025 for Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

From The Experts

Things we like

Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

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Things we don't like

Fewer choices for design and colour

No integrated navigation system

No anti-theft-alarm system

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1301 cc 1160 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 177 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.0 L 15.5 L
No. Of Cylinder 2 3
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Bore X Stroke 108 mm x 71 mm 90.0 mm x 60.8 mm
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Engine Type Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled In-line 3-Cylinder, 12 Valve, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated Wet, Multi-Plate
Maximum Torque 140 Nm 125 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust 3 Into 1 Exhaust
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Lubrication System Forced Oil Lubrication --
Compression Ratio -- 13.2:1
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Fuel Consumption -- 15.8 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Torque -- 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power -- 10750 rpm
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Super Sport
Seating Capacity 2 1
Wheel Base 1482 mm 1445 mm
Seat Height 835 mm 830 mm
Dry Weight 195 kg 198 kg
Ground Clearance 141 mm --
Height -- 1089 mm
Width -- 792 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Electronic --
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System -- EFI

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension WP Monoshock Mono Shock
Suspension Travel(Rear) 156 mm --
Suspension Travel(Front) 125 mm --
Front Suspension USD Telescopic Fork USD Fork

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V, 11.2 Ah 12 V

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Tyre -- 120/70 ZRR17
Rear Tyre -- 190/60 R17

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Launch Control Yes No
Anti-Theft Alarm Optional Optional --
Central Locking Optional Optional --
Advanced Safety Features Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off --
Back Rest No No
Stability Control Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Shutter Lock No No
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Riding Modes Street, Sport, Rain, Track Street, Sport, Rain, Track Sport, Road Sport, Road
Side Reflectors -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator Yes --
Navigator No --
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No --
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Single Seat Single Seat
Body Frame Type Trellis Trellis Aluminium twin spar frame Aluminium twin spar frame
Chrome Garnish No --
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Alloy Alloy
Side Wings Yes Yes

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet No --

Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control Yes --
Height Adjustable Seats No No
Additional Features Daytime Running Lights (LED) Daytime Running Lights (LED) --

Videos of KTM 1290 Super Duke R and Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

  • KTM Superduke 1290 Test
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  • 2014 KTM 1290 Super Duke Review
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS?

1290 Super Duke R is priced at RM 135,800 and Speed Triple 1200 RS is priced at RM 105,900. Hence Speed Triple 1200 RS is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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