Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the KTM 890 DUKE R side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the KTM 890 DUKE R's 889 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 89 kW @ 9250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX versus 21 kmpl for the KTM 890 DUKE R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 889 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 89 kW @ 9250 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 99 Nm @ 7750 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 14 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 21 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 180 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 834 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | 2 x Brembo Stylema Monobloc four piston, radially mounted caliper - 320 mm |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | WP APEX 43 |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Brembo single-piston floating calliper, brake disc - 240mm |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | WP APEX - Monoshock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 180/55 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | — | 12V / 10AH |
| Color Options | Orange | Atlantic Blue |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | Standard |1450000 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric starter |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |





