KTM 990 Super Duke R vs Vyrus 985 C3 V4 (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 990 Super Duke Rstacks up against the Vyrus 985 C3 V4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | KTM 990 Super Duke R | Vyrus 985 C3 V4 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 123 hp | 150 hp |
| Weight | 186 kg | 157 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.9 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. 4 piston caliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | Double disc. 2 piston |
| Tires | — | 120/75-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
KTM 990 Super Duke R vs Vyrus 985 C3 V4 — which should you buy?
Picking between the KTM 990 Super Duke R and the Vyrus 985 C3 V4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 990 Super Duke R brings 123 hp in a 186 kg package, while the Vyrus 985 C3 V4 counters with 150 hp at 157 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: