KTM 890 Duke vs Suzuki Katana

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Suzuki Katana price starts at Rs. 13.61 Lakh, which is Rs. 89,000 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Duke, priced at Rs. 14.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 890 Duke offers a claimed 21.09 kmpl, while the Katana delivers 23 kmpl. On the performance front, the 890 Duke uses a 889cc engine producing 121 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Katana a 999cc engine producing 152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 890 Duke and Katana, the Katana is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 890 Duke stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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890 Duke vs Katana Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 890 DukeSuzuki Katana
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.50 LakhRs. 13.61 Lakh
Mileage 21.09 kmpl23 kmpl
Engine 889 cc999 cc
Max power 121 PS @ 9250 rpm152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm
Top speed Not Available240 kmph
Kerb weight 171 Kg217 Kg

890 Duke vs Katana Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 890 Duke RSuzuki Katana STD
Rating
5 reviews
49 reviews
Brand Name KTM Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 13.61 Lakh
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four
Max Power 121 PS @ 9250 rpm 152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 39,701 @ 6% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 38,968 890 Duke Insurance Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, DOHC Parallel Twin
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line four
Engine Displacement
889 cc
999 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
Not Available
Max Power
121 PS @ 9250 rpm
152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm
Max Torque
99 Nm @ 7750 rpm
106 Nm @ 9250 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
90.7 mm
73.4 mm
Stroke
68.8 mm
59.0 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
4
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
Not Available
4
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Bosch Ems With Rbw
Electronic ignition (Transistorized)
Compression Ratio
13.5:1
12.2 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake
Disc
Not Available
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
21.09 kmpl
23 kmpl
Top Speed
Not Available
240 kmph
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Reserve
Not Available
1.8 L
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Apex Ø 43 mm, Travel - 140 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, Travel - 150 mm
Not Available

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
38 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :- 120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-190/50-17
Peak Power
Not Available
152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm
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
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi

Dry Weight
166 kg
Not Available
Seat height
834 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.5 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
184 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2130*820*1100 mm3
Wheelbase
1482 mm
1460 mm
Length
Not Available
2130 mm
Ground Clearance
206 mm
140 mm
Height
Not Available
1100 mm
Width
Not Available
820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
171 Kg
217 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
Not Available
825 mm
Front Brake Size
320 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
Not Available
Suzuki Intelligent Ride System, Ride-By-Wire Electronic Throttle System, Suzuki Clutch Assist System
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
12V / 10AH
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
LED

Frame Type
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated (Subframe - Aluminium, powder coated )
Monocoque Frame
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Track,Rain,Sports,Street
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Super Moto ABS
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Aluminium, tapered
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Display
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Tripmeter
Not Available
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Techometer
Not Available
Digital
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
DRLs
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
30000

Pros and Cons

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Suzuki Katana
  • Retro Styling, Powerful Engine, Heritage & Legacy
Suzuki Katana
  • Heavy, Doesn't suit everyone's taste
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KTM 890 Duke Vs Suzuki Katana FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 890 Duke vs Suzuki Katana?
KTM 890 Duke has out rated Suzuki Katana on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 890 Duke vs Suzuki Katana?
The Suzuki Katana is cheaper than KTM 890 Duke by ₹89,000.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 890 Duke vs Suzuki Katana?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 999 cc Petrol engine of Katana produces 152.27 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 106 Nm @ 9250 rpm of torque

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