Naked Motorcycles

2011KTM 690 Duke R

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The 2011 KTM 690 Duke R is a lightweight naked bike powered by a single-cylinder four-stroke engine delivering 69 horsepower and 70 Nm of torque. Ideal for riders seeking agility and responsiveness, it excels in urban environments and twisty roads with its compact frame and nimble handling. Known for its punchy performance and excellent fuel efficiency, the Duke R offers accessible middleweight thrills.

Capacity: 690.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 148.0 kg
Seat height: 865 mm
Power: 69.1 HP (50.8 kW)

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What’s new for the 2011 KTM 690 Duke R

vs the 2010

Spec	2010	2011
Power	64.4 HP (47.4 kW)	69.1 HP (50.8 kW)
Front suspension	WP USD fork	WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in)

Other years 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail45%

Cornering92%

City riding82%

Daily riding55%

Touring32%

Two-up20%

Track75%

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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Units

At 865mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2011 KTM 690 Duke R, with a relaxed knee angle of around 135 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 690.0 ccm
Power: 69.1 HP (50.8 kW)
Torque: 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4669 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: Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: APTC slipper clutch, hydraulically operated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1472 mm
Seat height: 865 mm
Dry weight: 148.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.50 litres
Ground clearance: 155 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Chromium-Molybdenum trellis frame, powder coated. Subframe: Aluminium 7020.
Front suspension: WP USD 48 mm (1.89 in)
Rear suspension: WP mono shock with Pro-Lever linkage
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.5°
Trail: 115 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 160/60-R17

Other

Color options: Orange/black/white

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	2011	2012	2014	2015	2017
Capacity	690 cc	690 cc	690 cc	690 cc	690 cc	690 cc
Dry weight	148 kg	148 kg	148 kg	149 kg	149 kg	148 kg
Seat height	865 mm	865 mm	865 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