KTM 990 Adventure Dakar vs Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 990 Adventure Dakarstacks up against the Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM 990 Adventure Dakar | Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 999 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horsepower | 115 hp | 95 hp |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Weight | 210 kg | 172 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.2 L | 3.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. floating disc, Brembo twin-piston floating caliper, Bosch two-channel ABS. | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. floating discs, Brembo twin-piston floating calipers | Single disc |
| Tires | 90/90-21 / 150/70-R18 | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 |
KTM 990 Adventure Dakar vs Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM 990 Adventure Dakar and the Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 990 Adventure Dakar brings 115 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo counters with 95 hp at 172 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: