KTM 690 Duke R - 2013 Specifications and Reviews

The 2013 KTM 690 Duke R is a lightweight naked bike designed for agile, spirited riding in urban and twisty environments. Its responsive 690cc single-cylinder engine delivers impressive power-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for riders seeking nimble handling and playful performance. Best known for its sharp chassis dynamics and minimalist aesthetic, it excels as both a daily commuter and weekend canyon carver.

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General information

CategoryNaked bike
Year2013
ModelKTM 690 Duke R
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemSemi-dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
IgnitionContactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
Fuel systemInjection
Bore x stroke102.0 x 84.5 mm (4.0 x 3.3 inches)
Power67.05
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:690.00 ccm (42.10 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Bosch 9M+ ABS
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bosch 9M+ ABS
Rear suspension travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear suspensionWP
Front suspension travel190 mm (7.5 inches)
Front suspensionWP
Frame typeTubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,466 mm (57.7 inches)
Ground clearance192 mm (7.6 inches)
Seat height835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.4500 HP/kg
Dry weight149.0 kg (328.5 pounds)
 
 

Other specs

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Color optionsWhite/orange
StarterElectric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

75 hp
Peak Power
3.7s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track75%
City82%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding55%
Touring32%
Passenger20%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to intermediate or experienced riders who can manage a punchy big-single with a light, flickable chassis.
PurposeBuilt for aggressive backroad carving, supermoto-style street attacks, and tight, twisty riding rather than outright top-speed runs.
Rider FitLight dry weight and a tall-ish 865mm seat height suit riders of average-to-tall stature who want an upright, nimble stance.
CharacterRaw, torquey, and characterful, with the visceral thump of a big single and sharp, minimal-mass handling.
Not Ideal ForNot ideal for riders wanting plush long-distance comfort, wind protection, or a smooth two-up touring experience.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2013 KTM 690 Duke R Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 835mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2013 KTM 690 Duke R, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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