KTM 1290 Super Duke GT (2019) vs Kawasaki EN 500 Vulcan / VN 500 (1990-91)
Comparison technical specifications
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| Make: | KTM | Kawasaki |
| Model: | 1290 Super Duke GT | EN 500 Vulcan / VN 500 |
| Years: | 2019 | 1990-91 |
| Engine: | 75º V twin, 4 stroke, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder, titanium inlet valves | Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity: | 1301 cc / 79.4 cu in | 498 cc / 30.4 cy-in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 108 x 71 mm | 74 х 58 mm |
| Cooling System: | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooled |
| Induction: | Keihin EFI, throttle body 56 mm | 2x Keihin CVK34 carburetors |
| Ignition: | Keihin EMS with RBW, dual ignition | Coil |
| Max Power: | 173 hp / 129 kW @ | 60 hp / 43.7 kW @ 9800 rpm (rear tyre 54.2 hp @ 9500 rpm ) |
| Max Torque: | 141 Nm / 104 lb-ft @ | 46 Nm @ 8500 rpm |
| Clutch: | PASC slipper, hydraulically operated | Wet Plate |
| Transmission: | 6-Speed with up/down quickshifter | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Chain | Belt |
| Front Suspension: | WP Semi-Active, Ø 48 mm | 36mm Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension: | Linkage-assisted WP semi-active shock | Dual shocks preload adjustable, |
| Front Brakes: | 2x 320 mm floating discs, Brembo calipers, ABS | Single 300mm disc |
| Rear Brakes: | Single 240 mm disc, Brembo caliper, ABS | 180mm drum |
| Front Tyre: | 120/70 x 17, Pirelli Angel GT | 100/90-19 |
| Rear Tyre: | 190/55 x 17, Pirelli Angel GT | 140/90-15 |
| Wet Weight: | 225.4 kg / 497 lbs | 169 kg / 372.5 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 23 Litres / 6.1 US gal | 11 Litres / 2.9 US gal |