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Z1000 vs 990 Super Duke R

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Kawasaki Z1000

Kawasaki Z1000

Kawasaki

Ex-showroom

₹15.10 L

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KTM 990 Super Duke R

KTM 990 Super Duke R

KTM

Ex-showroom

₹13 L

12-18 kmpl (approx.)
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Value check

Start with price: Kawasaki Z1000 at ₹15.10 L; KTM 990 Super Duke R at ₹13 L.

Body style

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Powertrain

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

Quick Comparison

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Starting Price

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

₹15.10 L

KTM 990 Super Duke R

₹13 L

Power

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

142 HP @ 10000 rpm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

121 Bhp @ 9000 rpm

Torque

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

111 Nm @ 7300 rpm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

100 Nm @ 7000 rpm

Mileage / Range

Kawasaki Z1000

-

KTM 990 Super Duke R

12-18 kmpl (approx.)

Length

Kawasaki Z1000

2045 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

-

Width

Kawasaki Z1000

790 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

-

Ground Clearance

Kawasaki Z1000

125 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

150.00 mm

Images

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Kawasaki Z1000

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KTM 990 Super Duke R

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 62 technical specs across 5 categories with 24 highlighted differences.

Total specs

62

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Differences found

24

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Other Features

16 differences in this category

Other Features
47 visible specs
16 differences

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Braking System

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Anti-Lock Braking System

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

29°(Left), 29°(Right)

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

221 kg

KTM 990 Super Duke R

184.00 kg

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Twin-Tube, Aluminium

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Tubular Chromoly Space Frame, Powder Coated

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Yes

Front Tyre

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

No

Trail

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

101 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

2019 Kawasaki Z1000 price was Rs 15.10 lakh before being discontinued.

KTM 990 Super Duke R

2012 KTM 990 Super Duke R price was Rs 13 lakh before being discontinued.

Valve System

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

DOHC, 16 valves

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Maintenance Free

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Maintenance Free

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Yes

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Horizontal Back-Link, Gas-Charged Shock, with Rebound Damping and Preload Adjustability

KTM 990 Super Duke R

WP Monoshock

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

11.8:1

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

BS4

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

1435 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

1450.00 mm

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Alloys

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Alloys

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

4

KTM 990 Super Duke R

2

Rake

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

24.5°

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Discontinued

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Discontinued

Cooling

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Liquid Cooling

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Liquid Cooling

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Digital

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Digital

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

ø41 mm Inverted Fork with Compression and Rebound Damping and Spring Preload Adjustability

KTM 990 Super Duke R

WP-USD 48mm

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Naked

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Naked

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Forced Lubrication, Wet Sump with Oil Cooler

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

56 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

62.4 mm

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

135 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

2019 Kawasaki Z1000

KTM 990 Super Duke R

2012 KTM 990 Super Duke R

Number of Gears

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

6 Speed

KTM 990 Super Duke R

6

Trip Meter

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Digital

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Digital-2

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

No

ABS

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Colour Options

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Green

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Return

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Digital

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

125 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

150.00 mm

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Yes

Bore

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

77 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

101 mm

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

120 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Official Tagline

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Call of the Wild

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Tachometer

Other Features

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Analog

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Digital

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

190/50ZR17M/C (73W)

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Yes

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Yes

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Not listed

KTM 990 Super Duke R

4.00 secs

Wheel Size

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Not listed

KTM 990 Super Duke R

R17

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Not listed

KTM 990 Super Duke R

KTM 990 Super Duke R is a discontinued liter class street fighter that carried a powerful 999cc engine. It was good for 121 BHP at 9000 rpm and 100 Nm at 7000 rpm. The best part was its low weight of just 184 kg, making it faster than most others in its segment. It claimed a top speed of 240 kmph while took just 4 seconds for a 0-100 kmph sprint. It used a twin cylinder engine like most other KTM models and came equipped with twin 320 mm front disc brakes for superior braking performance. It used the best in class 48 mm front USD forks from WP. Rivals for the 990 Super Duke R are Kawasaki Ninja Z1000, Honda CB1000R, Yamaha FZ1 and Suzuki GSX-S1000.
Fuel & Efficiency
5 visible specs
2 differences

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Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Fuel Injection: ø38 mm x 4 (Keihin), with Oval Sub-Throttles

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Digital

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Analogue

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Petrol

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Petrol

Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

17 litres

KTM 990 Super Duke R

15.00 litres

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

Not listed

KTM 990 Super Duke R

12-18 kmpl (approx.)
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Front Brake

Safety

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Dual Semi-Floating 310 mm Petal Discs, Dual Radial-Mount, Monobloc, Opposed 4-Piston

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Dual Discs 320mm

Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

Single 250 mm Petal Disc, Single-Piston

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Disc 240mm
Engine & Performance
4 visible specs
4 differences

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Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

1043 cc

KTM 990 Super Duke R

999 cc

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

142 HP @ 10000 rpm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

121 Bhp @ 9000 rpm

Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

1043cc, 4 Cylinder, Liquid Cooling

KTM 990 Super Duke R

999cc, V75

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Kawasaki Z1000

111 Nm @ 7300 rpm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

100 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Dimensions
4 visible specs
0 differences

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Seat Height

Dimensions

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

815 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Overall Height

Dimensions

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

1055 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Overall Width

Dimensions

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

790 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

Overall Length

Dimensions

Same

Kawasaki Z1000

2045 mm

KTM 990 Super Duke R

Not listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Z1000 vs 990 Super Duke R

Which is better among Kawasaki Z1000 and KTM 990 Super Duke R?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Kawasaki Z1000 and KTM 990 Super Duke R by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Kawasaki Z1000 and KTM 990 Super Duke R prices compare?

Based on the available data, Kawasaki Z1000 is listed with ₹15.10 L, while KTM 990 Super Duke R is listed with ₹13 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Kawasaki Z1000 and KTM 990 Super Duke R?

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