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1290 Super Duke R vs Super Duke GT vs Super Duke R Special Edition

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Ex-showroom

₹14 L

As reported by KTM, the certified mileage of 1290 Super Duke R is 16.2 kmpl.
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KTM Super Duke GT
Ex-showroom

Price not available

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Value check

Start with price: KTM 1290 Super Duke R at ₹14 L; KTM Super Duke GT at Price not available; KTM Super Duke R Special Edition at ₹16 L.

Body style

Compare dimensions and seating below to judge everyday practicality.

Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Starting Price

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

₹14 L

KTM Super Duke GT

Price not available

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

₹16 L

Power

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

180 HP

KTM Super Duke GT

170.3 BHP

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

180 Bhp @ 8870 rpm

Torque

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

140 NM

KTM Super Duke GT

143.7 NM

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

144 Nm

Mileage / Range

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

As reported by KTM, the certified mileage of 1290 Super Duke R is 16.2 kmpl.

KTM Super Duke GT

-

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

-

Ground Clearance

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

160 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

140 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

140 mm

Images

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KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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KTM Super Duke GT

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KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 100 technical specs across 6 categories with 29 highlighted differences.

Total specs

100

Grouped for easier scanning

Differences found

29

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Other Features

21 differences in this category

Fuel & Efficiency
8 visible specs
1 differences

Showing all specs in Fuel & Efficiency, with changed values marked.

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Digital

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Digital

Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Fuel Injection

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

As reported by KTM, the certified mileage of 1290 Super Duke R is 16.2 kmpl.

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Fuel Economy

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

16 litres

KTM Super Duke GT

23 litres

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

18 litres

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Petrol

KTM Super Duke GT

Petrol

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Petrol

Low Fuel Warning Light

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Fuel Reserve Indicator

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed
Other Features
78 visible specs
21 differences

Showing all specs in Other Features, with changed values marked.

Riding Modes

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Mobile Charging Socket

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Head Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

LED

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

3 secs

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Bore

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

108 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

108 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

108 mm

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

WP APEX 48 Upside Down (USD) Forks

KTM Super Duke GT

WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

WP Suspension Up Side Down

Cooling

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Liquid Cooling

KTM Super Duke GT

Liquid cooled

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Liquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pump

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

The New Beast!

KTM Super Duke GT

Adrenaline Express

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Unleash the Beast

Clock

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Braking System

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

160 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

140 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

140 mm

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Black, Orange/Blue

KTM Super Duke GT

Orange/Grey and Black/Grey

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

White/Orange (Special Edition)

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

LED

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Cruise Control

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

140 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

156 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

156

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

PASC (TM) Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated

KTM Super Duke GT

PASC (TM) slipper clutch, hydraulically actuated

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated

Dry Weight

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

189 kg

KTM Super Duke GT

205 kg

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

189 kg

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Digital

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Digital

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM 1290 Super Duke R price is expected to be around Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom).

KTM Super Duke GT

KTM Super Duke GT is expected to be priced around Rs 16 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition is expected to be priced around Rs 16 lakh in India.

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

Performance

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Steering Angle

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

64.8 °

KTM Super Duke GT

65.1 °

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

65.1°

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

BS6-Compliant

KTM Super Duke GT

BS6-Compliant

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

BS6-Compliant

Self Cancelling Indicators

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

125 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

125 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

125

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

6

KTM Super Duke GT

6

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

6

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Digital

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Digital

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Upcoming

KTM Super Duke GT

Upcoming

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Upcoming

Design

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Chain

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

525 X-Ring

KTM Super Duke GT

X-Ring 5/8 x 5/16"

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

5/8 x 5/16” X-Ring

Top Speed

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM 1290 Super Duke R top speed is 289 kmph (approximate).

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

2

KTM Super Duke GT

2

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

2

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Kawasaki Z H2, Honda CB1000R, Suzuki GSX-S1000, BMW S1000R, Yamaha MT-10, Ducati Streetfighter V4

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

145 g/km

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Chrome-Moly Tubular Space Frame, Powder-Coated

KTM Super Duke GT

Chromium-Molybdenum steel trellis frame, powder coated

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

India Launch Update

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM has not announced anything officially regarding the launch of the 1290 Super Duke R in India. It is expected to launch in the Indian markets by the end of this year.

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Naked

KTM Super Duke GT

Sports Tourer

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Naked

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM Super Duke GT

KTM Super Duke GT

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Tachometer

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Analog

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Analogue

Rider’s Footpegs

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

MF

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

WP APEX Monoshock

KTM Super Duke GT

WP Semi-active suspension monoshock

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

WP Suspension Monoshock

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Approx. 200 kg

KTM Super Duke GT

228 kg

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Stroke

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

71 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

71 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

71 mm

Lubrication

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Forced Oil Lubrication with 3 Oil Pumps

KTM Super Duke GT

Forced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Forced oil lubrication with 3 rotor pumps

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Odometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Digital

KTM Super Duke GT

Digital

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

ABS

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

2-Channel Bosch 9.1 MP ABS (incl. Cornering ABS and Supermoto Mode Disengegable)

KTM Super Duke GT

Bosch 9ME Combined ABS (incl. cornering ABS and supermoto mode, disengageable)

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Yes

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Distance To Empty

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Malfunction Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Oil Temperature Gauge

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

1482 ± 15 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

1482±15 mm

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

KTM 1290 SuperDuke GT is a 1301cc, V-twin motorcycle that produces a maximum of 170.3 BHP and 143.7 Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox and claims a commanding place in the sports tourer category. The motorcycle weighs 228 kg and claims a top speed of 280 kmph. The ground clearance for the tourer is 140 mm, making it fit for long and stable tarmac rides only. It carries a massive 23 liter fuel tank and shares its components with the 1290 SuperDuke R. However, it is not officially available in India but could be imported through the KTM dealers.

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Temperature Gauge

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Secondary Gear Ratio

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

17:38

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

17:38

Rev-limiter Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Service Reminder

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Primary drive

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

40:79

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Coolant Temperature

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Voltage

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

12V

Ignition

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment

Capacity

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

11.2Ah

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Alloys

0-200 kmph

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

7.2 secs

Primary Gear Ratio

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

40:79
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Rear Brake

Safety

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

240mm Single Disc with Brembo Twin-Piston Fixed Calliper

KTM Super Duke GT

240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

240 mm Single-disc brake with two-piston brake caliper; fixed brake disc

Front Brake

Safety

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

320mm Dual Discs with 4-Piston BREMBO Stylema Monobloc Calipers

KTM Super Duke GT

2 x 320mm Brembo monoblock four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake discs, floating

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

320 mm Twin-disc brake with radially mounted four-piston brake calipers
Comfort & Convenience
3 visible specs
0 differences

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Comfort

Comfort & Convenience

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Key Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Head-Turning Looks, All-Digital Console, Powerful Engine, Mind-Blowing Performance

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

****

KTM Super Duke GT

Not listed

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed
Engine & Performance
8 visible specs
4 differences

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Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

1301cc, 2-Cylinder, LC8, V-Twin

KTM Super Duke GT

2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

2-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, 75° V arrangement, liquid-cooled

Engine Kill Switch

Engine & Performance

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Yes

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

1301 cc

KTM Super Duke GT

1301 cc

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

1301 cc

Engine Management

Engine & Performance

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Keihin EMS with RBW and Cruise Control, Double Ignition

KTM Super Duke GT

Keihin EMS with RBW, twin ignition

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

140 NM

KTM Super Duke GT

143.7 NM

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

144 Nm

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

180 HP

KTM Super Duke GT

170.3 BHP

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

180 Bhp @ 8870 rpm

Engine Temperature Gauge

Engine & Performance

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed

Engine Check Indicator

Engine & Performance

Same

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Not listed

KTM Super Duke GT

Yes

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

Not listed
Dimensions
1 visible specs
1 differences

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Seat Height

Dimensions

Different

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

835 mm

KTM Super Duke GT

835 mm

KTM Super Duke R Special Edition

835 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 1290 Super Duke R vs Super Duke GT vs Super Duke R Special Edition

Which is better among KTM 1290 Super Duke R, KTM Super Duke GT and KTM Super Duke R Special Edition?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare KTM 1290 Super Duke R, KTM Super Duke GT and KTM Super Duke R Special Edition by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do KTM 1290 Super Duke R, KTM Super Duke GT and KTM Super Duke R Special Edition prices compare?

Based on the available data, KTM 1290 Super Duke R is listed with ₹14 L, while KTM Super Duke GT is listed with Price not available, while KTM Super Duke R Special Edition is listed with ₹16 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for KTM 1290 Super Duke R, KTM Super Duke GT and KTM Super Duke R Special Edition?

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Can I compare similar alternatives to KTM 1290 Super Duke R, KTM Super Duke GT and KTM Super Duke R Special Edition?

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