BMW R 12 vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R

Last Updated: September 15, 2026

BMW R 12 price starts at Rs. 22.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 45,800 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1390 Super Duke R, priced at Rs. 22.96 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 12 offers a claimed 19.60 kmpl, while the 1390 Super Duke R delivers 16.94 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 12 uses a 1170cc engine producing 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm and the 1390 Super Duke R a 1350cc engine producing 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 12 and 1390 Super Duke R, the R 12 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1390 Super Duke R stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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R 12 vs 1390 Super Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 12KTM 1390 Super Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.50 LakhRs. 22.96 Lakh
Mileage 19.60 kmpl16.94 kmpl
Engine 1170 cc1350 cc
Max power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 227 Kg210 Kg

R 12 vs 1390 Super Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 12 STDKTM 1390 Super Duke R STD
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Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 22.96 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Max Power 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 12 Colors
KTM 1390 Super Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Aluminium cast wheels Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 61,604 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 62,858 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,627 R 12 Insurance Rs. 51,294 1390 Super Duke R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
203 kmph
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Boxer Engine
2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
1170 cc
1350 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm
190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
110 Nm @ 6000 rpm
145 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
101 mm
110 mm
Stroke
73 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double Ignition
Compression Ratio
12.0 :1
13.2:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
19.60 kmpl
16.94 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
16.94 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, Travel - 90 mm
Wp Apex Usd Ø 48 mm, Wheel Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace, central progressive spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable, rebound damping adjustable, Travel - 90 mm
Wp Apex Linkage Shock, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-200/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Aluminium cast wheels
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
200.5 kg
Seat height
753 mm
834 mm
Load carrying capacity
202 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
3 L
Gross Weight
430 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2200*830*1110 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1491 mm
Length
2200 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
149 mm
Height
1110 mm
Not Available
Width
830 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
17.5 L
Kerb Weight
227 Kg
210 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
265 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 14AH
12V / 11.2AH

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular space frame
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated, Cast Aluminium Composite
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Gear Shift Assistant Pro,Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Electronic Immobilizer, ABS Pro
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Air & Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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BMW R 12 Vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 12 vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
The BMW R 12 is cheaper than KTM 1390 Super Duke R by ₹45,800.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 12 vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
For the STD version, 1170 cc Petrol engine of R 12 produces 96.31 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 110 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1350 cc Petrol engine of 1390 Super Duke R produces 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 145 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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