Kawasaki Z1100 vs KTM 890 Duke

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Kawasaki Z1100 price starts at Rs. 12.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.71 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Duke, priced at Rs. 14.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Z1100 offers a claimed 17.85 kmpl, while the 890 Duke delivers 21.09 kmpl. On the performance front, the Z1100 uses a 1099cc engine producing 136 PS @ 9000 rpm and the 890 Duke a 889cc engine producing 121 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Z1100 and 890 Duke, the Z1100 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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Z1100 vs 890 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Z1100KTM 890 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 12.79 LakhRs. 14.50 Lakh
Mileage 17.85 kmpl21.09 kmpl
Engine 1099 cc889 cc
Max power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg171 Kg

Z1100 vs 890 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z1100 STDKTM 890 Duke R
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 12.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Max Power 136 PS @ 9000 rpm 121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z1100 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 Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 35,019 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,701 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 36,476 Z1100 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, DOHC
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
1099 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
136 PS @ 9000 rpm
121 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
113 Nm @ 7600 rpm
99 Nm @ 7750 rpm
Bore
77 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
59 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
Ø41 mm Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Wp Apex Ø 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 136 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 :-190/50-17
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
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
200 kg
166 kg
Seat height
815 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3.5 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
184 kg
Length*Width*Height
2055*825*1085 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1482 mm
Length
2055 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
125 mm
206 mm
Height
1085 mm
Not Available
Width
825 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
171 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 10AH

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 )
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
KCMF ( Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ), K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology), KIBS (including pitching control)
Super Moto ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminium, tapered
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
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 Z1100 vs KTM 890 Duke?
The Kawasaki Z1100 is cheaper than KTM 890 Duke by ₹1.71 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z1100 vs KTM 890 Duke?
For the STD version, 1099 cc Petrol engine of Z1100 produces 136 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 113 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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