Naked Motorcycles
2013KTM 690 Duke R
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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.
- Capacity
- 690.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 149.0 kg
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Power
- 67.1 HP (49.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2013 KTM 690 Duke R
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 69.1 HP (50.8 kW) | 67.1 HP (49.4 kW) |
| Torque | 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM | not listed |
| Seat height | 865 mm (34.1 inches) | 835 mm (32.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bosch 9M+ ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Bosch 9M+ ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for aggressive backroad carving, supermoto-style street attacks, and tight, twisty riding rather than outright top-speed runs.
- Built for
- Raw, torquey, and characterful, with the visceral thump of a big single and sharp, minimal-mass handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders wanting plush long-distance comfort, wind protection, or a smooth two-up touring experience.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 690.0 ccm
- Power
- 67.1 HP (49.4 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4503 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 102.0 x 84.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Semi-dry-sump lubrication with 2 rotor pumps
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- APTC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1466 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Dry weight
- 149.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 192 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated
- Front suspension
- WP
- Rear suspension
- WP
- Front wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.5°
- Trail
- 115 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Bosch 9M+ ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Bremo. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Bosch 9M+ ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-R17
Other
- Color options
- White/orange
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 690 cc | 690 cc | 690 cc | 690 cc | 690 cc | 690 cc |
| Dry weight | 148 kg | 148 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg | 149 kg | 148 kg |
| Seat height | 865 mm | 865 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 865 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the KTM 690 Duke R?
The 2013 KTM 690 Duke R has a Capacity of 690.0 ccm (42.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM 690 Duke R have?
The 2013 KTM 690 Duke R has a Power of 67.1 HP (49.4 kW).
How many gears does the KTM 690 Duke R have?
The 2013 KTM 690 Duke R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the KTM 690 Duke R weigh?
The 2013 KTM 690 Duke R has a Dry weight of 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds).
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