Honda CB750 Hornet vs KTM 790 Duke

Verdict

The Honda CB750 Hornet wins this comparison clearly, 67 points to 62.3.

The gap of 4.7 points is built mostly in value, where the CB750 Hornet takes 7.7 points out of the 790 Duke. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 790 Duke is the quicker machine: 95 hp and 87 Nm moving 184 kg, against 91.8 hp and 75 Nm moving 190 kg for the CB750 Hornet. That is 0.52 hp per kilo playing 0.48.

The CB750 Hornet costs €7,990, which leaves €1,009 in your pocket against the 790 Duke at €8,999. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the CB750 Hornet and 15,000 km on the 790 Duke.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda CB750 Hornet or the KTM 790 Duke?

The KTM 790 Duke. It carries 0.52 hp per kilo (95 hp, 184 kg wet) against 0.48 hp per kilo for the Honda CB750 Hornet (91.8 hp, 190 kg).

Is the Honda CB750 Hornet cheaper than the KTM 790 Duke?

The Honda CB750 Hornet is cheaper at €7,990 list, €1,009 less than the KTM 790 Duke at €8,999.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda CB750 Hornet. Its 795 mm seat is 30 mm lower than the KTM 790 Duke, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the CB750 Hornet or the 790 Duke?

The KTM 790 Duke, which scores 8.3 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Honda CB750 Hornet counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Honda CB750 Hornet: 353 km from its 15.2 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 311 km for the KTM 790 Duke.

Which bike wins overall?

The Honda CB750 Hornet, scoring 67 of 100 against 62.3 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.