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KTM 1290 Super Duke R
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Standard
RM 135,800
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Yamaha MT-09
Yamaha MT-09
Standard
RM 57,998
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-09 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 1290 Super Duke R and Yamaha MT-09, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R priced at RM 135,800 while the Yamaha MT-09 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 57,998. Comparing the technical specifications, Yamaha MT-09 engine displacement is 890 while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R houses a 1301 engine.

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Overview: 1290 Super Duke R vs MT-09

Brand KTM Malaysia Yamaha Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 135,800 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Price RM 57,998 Yamaha MT-09 Price
Variant 1290 Super Duke R Standard Yamaha MT-09 Standard
User Rating 4.38 1290 Super Duke R reviews 4.18 MT-09 reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia Sport Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1301 cc 890 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 118 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 27,200 Installment : RM 1,586 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 11,600 Installment : RM 677 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.38/5
16 reviews
4.18/5
42 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

From The Experts

Things we like

Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

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Very competent engine

Superb electronics and equipment

Effortless learner friendly usability

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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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Weird design

Pillion rider comfort

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1301 cc 890 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 118 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.0 L 14 L
No. Of Cylinder 2 3
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Bore X Stroke 108 mm x 71 mm 78 mm x 62,1 mm
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Engine Type Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled 3-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4-Valves
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated Wet, Multi-Plate
Maximum Torque 140 Nm 93 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust 3 In 1 Exhaust
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Lubrication System Forced Oil Lubrication Wet Sump
Compression Ratio -- 11.5:1
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
RPM at Maximum Power -- 10000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque -- 7000 rpm
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Wheel Base 1482 mm 1430 mm
Seat Height 835 mm 825 mm
Dry Weight 195 kg --
Ground Clearance 141 mm 140 mm
Kerb Weight -- 193 kg
Width -- 820 mm
Oil Tank Capacity -- 3.5 L
Length -- 2090 mm
Height -- 1045 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Electronic TCI
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension WP Monoshock Swing Arm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 156 mm --
Suspension Travel(Front) 125 mm --
Front Suspension USD Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V, 11.2 Ah 12 V

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Runflat, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R17 ZR17
Rear Tyre -- 180/55 ZR17
Front Tyre -- 120/70 ZR17

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 --
Riding Modes Street, Sport, Rain, Track Street, Sport, Rain, Track Sport Sport
Side Reflectors -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator Yes 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 Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Trellis Trellis Diamond Diamond
Chrome Garnish No --
Body Frame Material Steel Steel --
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 No
Height Adjustable Seats No No
Additional Features Daytime Running Lights (LED) Daytime Running Lights (LED) --

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-09 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-09?

1290 Super Duke R is priced at RM 135,800 and MT-09 is priced at RM 57,998. Hence MT-09 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between 1290 Super Duke R vs MT-09?

The 1290 Super Duke R comes with a ground clearance of 141 mm , on the other hand the MT-09 comes with a ground clearance of 140 mm , hence the KTM 1290 Super Duke R has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
Things we like in 1290 Super Duke R

Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

Things we don't like in 1290 Super Duke R

Fewer choices for design and colour

No integrated navigation system

No anti-theft-alarm system

Things we like in MT-09

Very competent engine

Superb electronics and equipment

Effortless learner friendly usability

Things we don't like in MT-09

Weird design

Pillion rider comfort

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