KTM 950 Duke vs NCR Macchia Nera Concept (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 950 Dukestacks up against the NCR Macchia Nera Concept. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 950 DukeNCR Macchia Nera Concept
Model year20032017
Price
Engine942 cc998 cc
Horsepower115 hp185 hp
Torque96 Nm
Weight174 kg135 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. Brembo
Rear brakesDouble discSingle disc. Brembo
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-18 120/70-R17 / 190/55-R17

KTM 950 Duke vs NCR Macchia Nera Concept — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 950 Duke and the NCR Macchia Nera Concept usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 950 Duke brings 115 hp in a 174 kg package, while the NCR Macchia Nera Concept counters with 185 hp at 135 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: