KTM 1290 Super Duke The Beast (2014) vs Vespa 50 Super Sprint (1965-73)
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| Make: | KTM | Vespa |
| Model: | 1290 Super Duke The Beast | 50 Super Sprint |
| Years: | 2014 | 1965-73 |
| Engine: | Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder | Two stroke, single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 1301 cc / 79.3 cu-in | 49.8 cc / 3.0 cub in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 108 x 71 mm | 38.4 x 43 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 13.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Ignition: | Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment | Flywheel magneto |
| Starting: | Electric starter/12V 11.2Ah | Kick start |
| Max Power: | 131.4 kW / 180 hp @ 8870 rpm | 2.7 kW / 3.7 Hp @ 7000 rpm |
| Clutch: | PASC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated | Oil bath, multi plate |
| Transmission: | 6 Speed | 4 Speed, grip shift |
| Final Drive: | Chain X-Ring 5/8 x 5/16″ | Direct drive |
| Frame: | Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel trellis frame, powder coated | Pressed sheet steel with streamlined monocoque structure |
| Front Suspension: | WP-USD Ø 48 mm | Trailing arm, coil spring, damper |
| Rear Suspension: | WP-Monoshock | Coil spring, dampter |
| Front Brakes: | 2 x Brembo 320mm 4 piston calipers | 125 mm drum |
| Rear Brakes: | Single Brembo 2 piston calipers | 125 mm drum |
| Front Tyre: | 120/70ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Sportsmart2 | 3 x 10" |
| Rear Tyre: | 190/55ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax Sportsmart2 | 3 x 10" |
| Wheelbase: | 1482 mm / 58.3 in | 1166 mm / 45.9 in |
| Dry Weight: | 189 kg / 416.7 lbs | 81 kg / 179 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 18 Litres / 4.75 gal Unleaded premium fuel (95 RON) | 5.6 L / 1.5 US gal |