KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs Yamaha MT-09

Verdict

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R wins this comparison clearly, 63 points to 57.9.

The gap of 5.1 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 1390 Super Duke R takes 15 points out of the MT-09. 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 119 hp and 93 Nm moving 193 kg for the MT-09. That is 0.90 hp per kilo playing 0.62.

The MT-09 costs €10,519, which leaves €11,480 in your pocket against the 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-09 and 15,000 km on the 1390 Super Duke R.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the KTM 1390 Super Duke R or the Yamaha MT-09?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R. It carries 0.90 hp per kilo (190 hp, 212 kg wet) against 0.62 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-09 (119 hp, 193 kg).

Is the KTM 1390 Super Duke R cheaper than the Yamaha MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-09 is cheaper at €10,519 list, €11,480 less than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R at €21,999.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha MT-09. Its 825 mm seat is 9 mm lower than the KTM 1390 Super Duke R, and at 193 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 1390 Super Duke R or the MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-09, which scores 10 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter, cruise control and phone connectivity. The KTM 1390 Super Duke R counters with cornering ABS, 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 280 km for the Yamaha MT-09.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 1390 Super Duke R, scoring 63 of 100 against 57.9 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.