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Kawasaki KX 450 vs KTM 790 Duke Comparison

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KX 450 vs 790 Duke Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsKX 450790 Duke
Price9.92 L9.28 L
Power449.0 CC799.0 CC
ClassOff RoadSports
Mileage25.00 KM/L22 KM/L
KX 450
Kawasaki KX 450
*Ex-Showroom Price
9.92 L
790 Duke
KTM 790 Duke
*Ex-Showroom Price
9.28 L
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Kawasaki KX 450
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9.92 L
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KTM 790 Duke
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9.28 L

Overview

Overall Rating
6.6
N/A
Design7.00-
Performance8.00-
Fuel Consumption5.00-
Significance6.00-
Safety7.00-
Comfort6.00-
Value For Money6.50-

Specifications

Engine CC449.0 CC799.0 CC
Max TorqueN/A87.00
Top Speed143 kmphN/A
No. of Gears5 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismElectricElectric Starter

Features

ABS No Yes

Pros Cons of Kawasaki KX 450

Pros

  • Off-road capability
  • Purpose-buit enduro bike
  • Versatile and unintimidating performance

Cons

  • Price
  • Not road legal
  • Expensive to maintain

Verdict

The Kawasaki KX450 offers a superb package for the experienced off-road rider. It's got a powerful, yet easy to use engine, excellent suspension, superb chassis and very good ergonomics. Being a purpose-built off-road bike, the KX450 is not road-legal, and is rather expensive.

Pros Cons KTM 790 Duke

Pros

  • Refined and powerful parallel-twin engine.
  • Advanced electronic features.
  • Compact and lightweight.

Cons

  • Lack of wind protection.
  • Pre-load adjustability only for rear suspension.
  • Stiffer ride on uneven and bumpy roads.

Verdict

The KTM 790 Duke is a cracker of a motorcycle offering sharp handling, superb performance in a compact size. It's versatile, lightweight, compact and can easily do the daily commute, the occasional weekend ride or long distance haul and will be an entertaining companion on the occasional track day. It's compact, light, surgically precise in handling and has more than enough performance to keep riders of all skills entertained.

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