KTM 1290 Super Duke R
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Standard
RM 135,800
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Yamaha MT-15
Yamaha MT-15
MT-15
RM 12,298
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-15 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 1290 Super Duke R and Yamaha MT-15, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R priced at RM 135,800 while the Yamaha MT-15 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 12,298. Comparing the technical specifications, Yamaha MT-15 engine displacement is 155 while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R houses a 1301 engine.

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Overview: 1290 Super Duke R vs MT-15

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1301 cc 155 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 19 hp

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DP RM 27,200 Installment : RM 1,586 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS DP RM 2,500 Installment : RM 143 x 84 Months VIEW MAY OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.38/5
16 reviews
4.4/5
47 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
  • Great comfort and very economical

    I am pleased with my Yamaha MT-15. It chose it for its ease of city riding, which is a significant requirement for someone like me working in Metro...

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    Aziz Jan 21, 2026 for Yamaha MT-15

From The Experts

Things we like

Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

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Unique and modern styling and equipment list

Refined and powerful engine

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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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Could have had better brakes

Slightly expensive

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1301 cc 155 cc
Maximum Power 174.3 hp 19 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.0 L 10 L
No. Of Cylinder 2 1
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Bore X Stroke 108 mm x 71 mm 58.0 mm x 58.7 mm
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Engine Type Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve , Liquid-Cooled, DOHC
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated Wet, Multi-Plate
Maximum Torque 140 Nm 14.7 Nm
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Lubrication System Forced Oil Lubrication Wet Sump
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio -- 11.6:1
Fuel Consumption -- 45-50 kmpl
RPM at Maximum Torque -- 8500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power -- 10000 rpm
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Dimension

Category Super Sport Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Wheel Base 1482 mm 1335 mm
Seat Height 835 mm 810 mm
Dry Weight 195 kg --
Ground Clearance 141 mm 155 mm
Width -- 800 mm
Kerb Weight -- 133 kg
Oil Tank Capacity -- 1.05 L
Length -- 1965 mm
Height -- 1065 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Electronic TCI
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol

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 Radial, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Front Wheel Size R17 R17
Rear Tyre -- 140/70 R17
Front Tyre -- 110/70 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 No
Launch Control Yes No
Anti-Theft Alarm Optional Optional No
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 No
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Shutter Lock 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 Road, Race Road, Race
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 No
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No 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 Disc 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) --

KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-15 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-15?

1290 Super Duke R is priced at RM 135,800 and MT-15 is priced at RM 12,298. Hence MT-15 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between 1290 Super Duke R vs MT-15?

The 1290 Super Duke R comes with a ground clearance of 141 mm , on the other hand the MT-15 comes with a ground clearance of 155 mm , hence the Yamaha MT-15 has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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