Ducati Streetfighter V4 vs KTM 990 Duke
Specs side by side, plus our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 and KTM 990 Duke are among the most cross-shopped naked bikes of 2026. The KTM 990 Duke undercuts the Ducati Streetfighter V4 by about $10,896, so value is squarely on the table. On paper the Ducati Streetfighter V4 leads on power with 214 hp. Below we put them head to head on price, performance, weight and seat height, then give our verdict on which one is the smarter buy for the way you ride.
Our pickDucati
Ducati Streetfighter V4
KTM
KTM 990 DukeThe verdict
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 edges it overall at 9.1/10, but the KTM 990 Duke wins on best for new riders, so let how you ride decide.
KTM 990 Duke
123 hp.
Ducati Streetfighter V4
214 hp and 1.06 hp/kg, the strongest here.
KTM 990 Duke
Our 8.3/10 at $12,499, the most bike per dollar.
KTM 990 Duke
188 kg with an 825 mm seat, the easiest to throw around.
Ducati Streetfighter V4
Our top score in this matchup at 9.1/10.
Cyan marks the best figure in each row. Specs are the most-cited for the current model; verify before relying on them.
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Ducati Streetfighter V4 vs KTM 990 Duke: your questions answered
Which is faster, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 or the KTM 990 Duke?
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 makes the most power at 214 hp and 123 Nm, giving it the edge on outright performance.
Which is cheaper, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 or the KTM 990 Duke?
The KTM 990 Duke is the most affordable here with an MSRP around $12,499.
Which is lighter, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 or the KTM 990 Duke?
The KTM 990 Duke is the lightest at 188 kg, which makes it the easiest to manage at low speed and in the bends.
Which is better for a beginner, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 or the KTM 990 Duke?
For a new rider we'd point to the KTM 990 Duke: 123 hp and 188 kg make it the most approachable of the group.