Still agile, but with more punch, the KTM 890 DUKE R takes all the things we love about the KTM 790 DUKE and turns it up to 11. This is a no-compromise mid-weight naked bike, equally at home on mountain roads as it is on the race track, delivering more power, more torque and more dukeness than any parallel twin that has come before.
Exhaust
A stainless-steel thing of beauty. The middle damper centralizes mass and allows for a relatively small muffler that plays a dramatic soundtrack. Hundreds of test bench runs and complex simulations ensured that this exhaust system contributes decisively to the tractable torque curve and excellent emission standards.
Frame
Just like the KTM 790 DUKE, the KTM 890 DUKE R's handling characteristics are thanks to the dynamic, loadbearing design of the tubular chassis, which allows it to carve through twisty tracks and mountain passes with extreme responsiveness. Just like every other KTM R, the frame is painted orange to highlight its sporty credentials.
Body Work
The KTM 890 DUKE R casts an intimidating shadow thanks to its menacing profile and ultrasharp lines. In the metal, however, it's obvious that this DUKE means business. Compact proportions, loud graphics and a bright orange frame are all unapologetically KTM R.
Torque | 99 Nm |
Transmission | 6-speed |
Cooling | Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger |
Power in KW | 89 kW |
Starter | Electric starter |
Stroke | 68.8 mm |
Bore | 90.7 mm |
Clutch | PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
CO2 Emissions | 111 g/km |
Displacement | 889 cm³ |
EMS | Bosch EMS with RBW |
Design | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
Fuel Consumption | 4.74 l/100 km |
Lubrication | Forced oil lubrication with 2 oil pumps |
Weight (Without Fuel) | |
Tank Capacity (Approx.) | 14 l |
ABS | Bosch 9.1 MP (incl. Cornering-ABS and super moto mode) |
Front Brake Disc Diameter | 320 mm |
Rear Brake Disc Diameter | 240 mm |
Front Brake | 2 x Brembo Stylema Monobloc four piston, radially mounted caliper |
Rear Brake | Brembo single-piston floating calliper, brake disc |
Chain | 520 X-Ring |
Frame Design | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated |
Front Suspension | WP APEX 43 |
Ground Clearance | 206 mm |
Rear Suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock |
Seat Height | 834 mm |
Steering Head Angle | 65.7 ° |
Suspension Travel (Front) | 140 mm |
Suspension Travel (Rear) | 150 mm |
The new 2023 KTM 890 Duke R delivers the ultimate mid-sized naked bike thrills, with the agility of a 600cc bike and the mighty twin punch from the 889cc motor. The 890 Duke R is known as ‘the scalpel’ and slicing down country roads or city streets can be done with surgical precision on this lightweight naked machine. The 890 R motor packs an impressive 121hp and 99Nm for awesome acceleration, it has a full WP front and rear suspension package and a steering damper to keep everything under control. It also has riding modes, traction control, cornering ABS and can be fitted with an optional quickshifter too.
The KTM 890 Duke R is an undeniably striking looking motorcycle, the bold Duke R colour scheme will stand out in any line up of bikes. There’s a colour TFT dash and LED lights to complete the contemporary look, plus an adjustable handlebar and optional adjustable footrests to personalise the bike to your individual preferences. If you’d like to find out more about the new 2023 KTM 890 Duke R, speak to a member of our friendly KTM sales team today. We can help to answer your questions, as well as arrange a test ride and finance quote for you if required.