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Hero Splendor Plus vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

KTM 1290 Super Duke R

KTM 1290 Super Duke R2020–2023

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 1301 cc
  • 180 PS
  • 189 kg

Nicknamed "The Beast"

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. KTM 1290 Super Duke R4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus2
  • Most powerKTM 1290 Super Duke R180 PS
  • Most pulling powerKTM 1290 Super Duke R140 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)KTM 1290 Super Duke R952 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedKTM 1290 Super Duke R290 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
KTM 1290 Super Duke R180 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
KTM 1290 Super Duke R140 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
KTM 1290 Super Duke R952 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
KTM 1290 Super Duke R1,301 cc

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
KTM 1290 Super Duke R290 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
KTM 1290 Super Duke R189 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
KTM 1290 Super Duke R835 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusKTM 1290 Super Duke R
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaKTM · Austria
Type of bikeEverydayStreet
Fuel average~65 km/l—
Petrol tank9.8 L16 L
On a full tank~637 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc1301 cc
Cylinders12
CoolingAirLiquid (radiator)
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm180 PS @ 9,500 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm140 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne952 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h290 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed6-speed
StartingSelf and kickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)189 kg (dry)
Seat height785 mm835 mm
Ground clearance165 mm—
Wheelbase1,236 mm1,497 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / DrumBrembo Stylema 320 ×2 / Disc 240
ABSNo (linked brakes)Both wheels, works in corners
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-18120/70-17 / 200/55-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 1290 Super Duke R?

KTM 1290 Super Duke R makes 180 PS @ 9,500 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 1290 Super Duke R?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and KTM 1290 Super Duke R about 189 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or KTM 1290 Super Duke R: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about lightest, lowest seat. Buy KTM 1290 Super Duke R if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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