Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R

Verdict

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R wins this comparison clearly, 63.1 points to 57.8.

The gap of 5.3 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 1390 Super Duke R takes 9.4 points out of the CB1000 Hornet SP. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 1390 Super Duke R is the quicker machine: 190 hp and 145 Nm moving 212 kg, against 157 hp and 107 Nm moving 212 kg for the CB1000 Hornet SP. That is 0.90 hp per kilo playing 0.74.

The CB1000 Hornet SP costs €13,990, which leaves €8,009 in your pocket against the 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the CB1000 Hornet SP and 15,000 km on the 1390 Super Duke R.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP or the KTM 1390 Super Duke R?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R. It carries 0.90 hp per kilo (190 hp, 212 kg wet) against 0.74 hp per kilo for the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP (157 hp, 212 kg).

Is the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP cheaper than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R?

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is cheaper at €13,990 list, €8,009 less than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP. Its 809 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R, and at 212 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the CB1000 Hornet SP or the 1390 Super Duke R?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R, which scores 9.5 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter and phone connectivity. The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP counters with a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R: 297 km from its 17.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 288 km for the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R, scoring 63.1 of 100 against 57.8 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.