KTM 990 Duke vs Yamaha MT-07
Two naked bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits. These two sit in different classes, so each score is computed within its own class.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | KTM990 Duke | YamahaMT-07 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | LC8c parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC | CP2 parallel twin, liquid cooled, DOHC |
| Displacement | 947 cc | 689 cc |
| Power | 123 hp at 9,500 rpm | 73.4 hp at 8,750 rpm |
| Torque | 103 Nm at 6,750 rpm | 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.63 hp/kg | 0.40 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 194 kg | 184 kg |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge, 140 mm | KYB 41 mm inverted, 130 mm |
| Front adjustability | Compression and rebound | Preload only |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX monoshock, 150 mm | KYB monoshock, 130 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Preload and rebound | Preload and rebound |
| Front brake | 300 mm, radial 4-piston | 298 mm, radial 4-piston |
| ABS | Cornering ABS | Standard ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 825 mm | 805 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1476 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.8 L | 14 L |
| Claimed consumption | 4.7 L/100 km | 4.2 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 315 km | 333 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €12,999 | €8,199 |
| Service interval | 15,000 km | 10,000 km |
| Valve check | 30,000 km | 42,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | TFT | TFT |
| Ride modes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise control | Optional | Not available |
| Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
The KTM 990 Duke wins this comparison clearly, 60.8 points to 52.2.
The gap of 8.6 points is built mostly in value, where the 990 Duke takes 3.1 points out of the MT-07. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.
On the road the 990 Duke is the quicker machine: 123 hp and 103 Nm moving 194 kg, against 73.4 hp and 68 Nm moving 184 kg for the MT-07. That is 0.63 hp per kilo playing 0.40.
The MT-07 costs €8,199, which leaves €4,800 in your pocket against the 990 Duke at €12,999. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-07 and 15,000 km on the 990 Duke.
Better for city and commuting
KTM 990 Duke
A 825 mm seat, 315 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
KTM 990 Duke
123 hp pushing 194 kg with WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
KTM 990 Duke
315 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the KTM 990 Duke or the Yamaha MT-07?
- The KTM 990 Duke. It carries 0.63 hp per kilo (123 hp, 194 kg wet) against 0.40 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-07 (73.4 hp, 184 kg).
- Is the KTM 990 Duke cheaper than the Yamaha MT-07?
- The Yamaha MT-07 is cheaper at €8,199 list, €4,800 less than the KTM 990 Duke at €12,999.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- The Yamaha MT-07. Its 805 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the KTM 990 Duke, and at 184 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
- Which has better technology, the 990 Duke or the MT-07?
- The KTM 990 Duke, which scores 8.8 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The Yamaha MT-07 counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The Yamaha MT-07: 333 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 315 km for the KTM 990 Duke.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The KTM 990 Duke, scoring 60.8 of 100 against 52.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.
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