BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
BMW S 1000 XR 2020
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
Overview - BMW S 1000 XR 2020 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
The BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 are both sport touring motorcycles with their own unique features and strengths.
Starting with the BMW S 1000 XR 2020, it boasts a powerful in-line four-cylinder engine with 165 HP and 114 Nm of torque. This engine provides a wide usable rev band and pleasant engine tuning. The bike also offers a great connection and integration from mobile phone to vehicle, including good navigation software. It has a well-balanced chassis, even with a pillion passenger, thanks to its electronic chassis with automatic detection of load condition. The BMW S 1000 XR 2020 also features good brakes, wind and weather protection, and an adjustable windshield. Additionally, it has a good quickshifter and plenty of choices in riding modes, allowing for practical changes in response behavior.
BMW S 1000 XR 2020
On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 boasts a powerful V-twin engine with 175 HP and 141 Nm of torque. This engine provides a confident and exhilarating riding experience. The bike offers exemplary agility and precise handling, making it a joy to ride. It features a 6.5-inch color TFT display and lavish standard equipment. The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 also has a semi-active chassis, which provides superb functionality and adjustability. It is equipped with the Quickshifter Plus, which enhances gear shifting performance. Additionally, it offers a practical pannier system for added convenience.
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
While the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 has a few weaknesses, such as a narrow knee angle on long tours and suspension damping that may not be sensitive enough for a truly comfortable setup, it still offers a well-rounded sport touring experience. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 has a relatively high fuel consumption and polarizing aesthetics that may not appeal to everyone.
In conclusion, both the BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The BMW S 1000 XR 2020 excels in terms of connectivity, engine performance, and well-balanced handling, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 stands out with its powerful engine, agility, and lavish standard equipment. Ultimately, the choice between these two sport touring motorcycles will depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications BMW S 1000 XR 2020 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW S 1000 XR 2020
The BMW S 1000 XR offers a pleasant touring bike on the basis of a super sports bike. Sounds like a compromise - but rides like a spot-on development. The motorbike is practical and mature. Wind and weather protection are very good, the integration from the mobile phone is world class and the engine is simply always a joy to ride. The chassis adapts well to the load condition, but it never becomes sensitive and really comfortable. The seat comfort is good, but the knee angle becomes a bit acute on long tours. Nevertheless, this is a great motorbike for sporty riding, but also for long distances.
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
Do you need 175 hp or even launch control in a touring motorbike? Of course not. Is it fun? Definitely! Although the Super Duke GT can't hide its genes and is undeniably a Duke in terms of agility and cornering power despite its 209 kg dry weight, it's still possible to cruise in a relaxed manner, always assuming a certain "maturity" with such performance data, of course. Because unlike the Super Duke R or even an 890 Duke R, it doesn't constantly suggest the knife between my teeth, but rather a feeling of sovereignty, freely according to the motto "I can, but I don't have to". And all of this comes lavishly equipped as standard, or as one might expect from a motorbike costing 22,499 euros in Austria or 19,053 euros in Germany.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW S 1000 XR vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT
There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 and a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 XR 2020 is about 32% higher. A BMW S 1000 XR 2020 experiences a loss of 520 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,320 USD for a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 there are more BMW S 1000 XR 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 21 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 XR with 68 days compared to 104 days for a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the BMW S 1000 XR and 22 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT since model year 2016. The first review for the BMW S 1000 XR was published on 10/21/2014 and now has more than 16,000 views. This compares to more than 23,600 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Duke GT published on 11/17/2015.
