Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Duke

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Kawasaki Versys 1100 price starts at Rs. 13.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 61,000 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Duke, priced at Rs. 14.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Versys 1100 offers a claimed 17.85 kmpl, while the 890 Duke delivers 21.09 kmpl. On the performance front, the Versys 1100 uses a 1099cc engine producing 135 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 890 Duke a 889cc engine producing 121 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Versys 1100 and 890 Duke, the Versys 1100 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 890 Duke stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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Versys 1100 vs 890 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Versys 1100KTM 890 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.89 LakhRs. 14.50 Lakh
Mileage 17.85 kmpl21.09 kmpl
Engine 1099 cc889 cc
Max power 135 PS @ 9000 rpm121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 257 Kg171 Kg

Versys 1100 vs 890 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Versys 1100 STDKTM 890 Duke R
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.89 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, In-line Four, 16 Valves, DOHC 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Max Power 135 PS @ 9000 rpm 121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Versys 1100 Colors
KTM 890 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 38,030 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,701 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,079 Versys 1100 Insurance Rs. 38,968 890 Duke Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, In-line Four, 16 Valves, DOHC
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
1099 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
135 PS @ 9000 rpm
121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
112 Nm @ 7600 rpm
99 Nm @ 7750 rpm
Bore
77 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
59.0 mm
68.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Bosch Ems With Rbw
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
13.5:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
17.85 kmpl
21.09 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø43 mm Inverted Fork With Adjustable Rebound Damping, And Spring Preload Adjustability, Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Wp Apex Ø 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and remote spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 152 mm
Wp Apex Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
33 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
38 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :- 120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
235 kg
166 kg
Seat height
820 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.5 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
184 kg
Length*Width*Height
2270*895*1400 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1482 mm
Length
2270 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
150 mm
206 mm
Height
1400 mm
Not Available
Width
895 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
257 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 10AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Twin Tube Aluminium
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated (Subframe - Aluminium, powder coated )
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Kawasaki Cornering Management Function, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System
Super Moto ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminium, tapered
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Duke?
The Kawasaki Versys 1100 is cheaper than KTM 890 Duke by ₹61,000.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Versys 1100 vs KTM 890 Duke?
For the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Versys 1100 produces 135 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 112 Nm @ 7600 rpm of torque. Whereas for the R version, 889 cc Petrol engine of 890 Duke produces 121 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 99 Nm @ 7750 rpm of torque

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