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Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs KTM 890 Duke R

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Harley-Davidson Sportster S or KTM 890 Duke R? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Sportster S and 890 Duke R. Harley-Davidson Sportster S Price starts at Rs.16.70 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and KTM 890 Duke R Price starts at Rs.14.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Harley-Davidson Sportster S is 2 cylinder, 1252 cc Engine can generate 120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas KTM 890 Duke R is a 4 cylinder, 889 cc Engine can generate 121 hp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Sportster S provides a mileage of 20 kmpl (base model), and 890 Duke R has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Harley-Davidson Sportster S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas KTM 890 Duke R is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.

Sportster S vs 890 Duke R

Key HighlightsHarley-Davidson Sportster SKTM 890 Duke R
PriceRs.16.70 LakhRs.14.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity1252 cc889 cc
Power120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm121 hp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range20 kmplN/A km/charge
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Harley-Davidson Sportster S STD bike
Harley-Davidson Sportster S
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Rs. 16.70 Lakh
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KTM 890 Duke R
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Rs. 14.50 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    19.10 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    16.59 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.5
    3.4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    1252 cc
    889 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    -
    Front Disc Size
    320
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    36
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    42
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    42
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    16
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    -
    Front Suspension
    4minverteforwitcompression
    WP APEX 43
    Rear Suspension
    Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
    WP APEX Monoshock
    Front Tyre Size
    160/70 - R17
    3.50 17

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    check
    check
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    check
    -
    Gear Indicator
    check
    -
    Tachometer
    Digital
    -
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    check
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or Unlimited km
    -

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    -
    Engine Capacity
    1252 cc
    889 cc
    Engine Type
    Revolution® Max 1250T
    2 cylinder& 4 stroke& DOHC Parallel twin (EURO 5)
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    4
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.144 kwh
    -
    Top Speed
    194 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    105 mm x 72.3 mm
    90.7 x 68.8 mm
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Twin Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Liquid Cooled
    -
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    121 hp @ 9250 rpm
    Max Torque
    125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    99 Nm @ 7750 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    -
    Riding Modes
    3
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    -
    Radial Tyres
    check
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    -
    Pillion Grabrail
    -
    Turn Signal
    LED
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    3
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    Assist And Slipper Clutch
    -
    Traction Control System
    check
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2270 mm
    -
    Width
    843 mm
    -
    Height
    1089 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1520 mm
    1482 mm
    Ground Clearance
    90 mm
    206 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.8 Litres
    14 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    4.49 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Cruiser
    -
    Seat Height
    765 mm
    834 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    225 kg
    166 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • A powerful 889cc engine with 121 bhp of power
    • Loaded with premium components
    • Ready for the track and suitable for city riding as well
    • Gets features like cornering ABS, lean-angle sensitive traction control, a TFT screen, and more
    Cons
    • Priced a bit on the higher side
    • Limited sales and service network for premium KTM motorcycles
    • High maintenance cost
    • The big engine and high performance might become challenging for new riders
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    Safety

    Sportster S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. 890 Duke R has Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Dimensions

    Harley-Davidson Sportster S has a 11.8 Litres fuel tank with 1089 mm seat height. KTM 890 Duke R has seat height and 14 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Harley-Davidson Sportster S and KTM 890 Duke R Owner Reviews

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    • 890 Duke R Review
      • SO
        Sumeet Oram
        2 Month ago
        4.4
        Perfect for both touring and city rides, this bike is made for true biking enthusiasts. It gives you a powerful, thrilling feel almost like riding with the spirit of Ghost Rider. I genuinely recommend going for this beast of a machine.
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      • ST
        Sachin Thakur
        1 Year ago
        5.0
        Package of power and performance excellent acceleration and control Provides a comfortable riding experience. With all these features I can say surely it's an price worth it.
        Likes (1)
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      • KC
        K Chandan
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        It has a powerful performance and aggressive design
        Likes (1)
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      • KS
        Kundan Singh
        2 Year ago
        5.0
        Good looking bike and smooth running on road Good
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      • SR
        Sikander Rao
        3 Year ago
        4.0
        I have test driven every Harley Davidson bike and Sportster S has made a mark on me.Does sound incredible,engine is too smooth and refined.If you have 12 to 13 Lacs budget then this is the bike for you.
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