Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke R

Choosing between the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke R? BikeJunction is here to help! The CB1000 Hornet SP starts at ₹ 13.29 Lakh, while the 890 Duke R is priced at ₹ 14.50 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm torque. The 890 Duke R gives 99 NM torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 2 colour options for the CB1000 Hornet SP and 2 for the 890 Duke R. you will get a more extensive comparison of Honda CB1000 Hornet SP and KTM 890 Duke R, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Duke R Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	CB1000 Hornet SP	890 Duke R
Price	₹ 13.29 Lakh	₹ 14.50 Lakh
Displacement	1000 CC	889 CC
Power	155 bhp @ 11000 rpm	119.3 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage	17 KMPL	21.09 KMPL

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	155 bhp @ 11000 rpm	119.3 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	107 Nm @ 9000 rpm	99 NM
Battery Type	12 V, 6.3 Ah	N/A
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	11.7:1	13.5
Cooling System Method used to prevent engine overheating.	Liquid Cooled	Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	BS6 Phase 2B	N/A
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	4-Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled	2-cylinder, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	1000	889
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	76 mm	90.7 mm
No Of Cylinders	4	N/A
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	55.1 mm	68.8 mm
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	4	N/A

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front : 120/70 - 17, Rear : 180/55 - 17	N/A
Wheel Size	Front : 17 inch, Rear : 17 inch	N/A
Tubeless Tyre A tyre without an inner tube, reducing puncture risks and maintaining air longer.	Tubeless	N/A
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1455 mm	N/A

Brakes

Rear Brake	Disc	Brembo single-piston floating calliper, brake disc
Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	Dual Channel	N/A
Front Brake	Disc	2 x Brembo Stylema Monobloc four piston, radially mounted caliper
Braking Type	Dual Channel ABS	N/A
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	N/A
Rear Brake Diameter	240 mm	N/A

Fuel

Fuel Supply	N/A	Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Capacity	17 L	14 L
Fuel Reserve	3.7 L	3 L

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	N/A	Naked Bike
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Double Beam	Chromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	135 mm	206 mm
Height	1085 mm	N/A
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	212 Kg	180 Kg
Length	2140 mm	N/A
Passenger Backrest A support accessory for the passenger’s back.	No	N/A
Saddle Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	N/A	834 mm
Seat Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	809 mm	N/A
Width	790 mm	N/A

Electrical Accessories

Mobile Connectivity A feature to connect your phone to the two-wheeler's system.	Yes	N/A
Bluetooth Connectivity Wireless connection for calls, music, and navigation.	N/A	Yes
Usb Charging Port A USB slot to charge devices like phones.	N/A	Yes

Switches & Controls

Riding Modes Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.	Sport, Standard, Rain, User 1 and User 2	N/A
Starting The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).	Self Start	Electric starter
Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	Yes	N/A

Meter

Display A screen that shows important riding information like speed, fuel, and trip details.	N/A	7 Inch TFT
Fuel Gauge Indicates the current fuel level in the tank.	Digital	Yes
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	TFT Display
Tripmeter Tracks specific trip distances separately from the odometer, useful for measuring short rides.	V	Digital
Techometer	Digital	N/A
Low Battery Indicator Warns when the battery charge is low and may need recharging or replacement.	Yes	N/A
Service Due Indicator Reminds when the next bike servicing or maintenance is needed.	N/A	Yes

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Assist And Slipper Clutch	PASC Clutch
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed

Lights

Head Light	LED	LED
Tail Light	LED	LED
Drls	Yes	N/A
Turn Signal Lamp Flashing lights on a two-wheeler that indicate the rider's turning or lane-changing direction.	LED	LED
Led Tail Light Energy-efficient, bright rear light.	N/A	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator A warning light when fuel is low.	Yes	N/A

Shockers

Suspension Front	SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks	WP APEX 43
Suspension Rear	Monoshock	WP APEX - Monoshock

Others

Additional Features	Torque Control	N/A
Navigation A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.	Yes	N/A
Mobile Application A companion app to monitor bike stats, location, and settings.	Yes	N/A
Call Sms Alerts Notifies you of incoming calls or messages on the bike’s screen.	Yes	N/A