KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 vs. Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
Overview - KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
The KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 are both enduro motorcycles with similar features and specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.
In terms of engine performance, the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 has a more powerful V2 engine with 125 HP compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016's 95 HP engine. The Aprilia also has a higher torque of 117 Nm compared to the KTM's 107 Nm. Both bikes have a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1050ccm for the KTM and 1197ccm for the Aprilia.
Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission. They also have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension, with the KTM using WP brand and the Aprilia using Sachs brand. The rear suspension on both bikes is also from Sachs. The KTM has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Aprilia has an aluminum frame.
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
In terms of braking, both motorcycles have Brembo front brakes. The KTM has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. On the other hand, the Aprilia has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase of the KTM is 1560mm, while the Aprilia has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1565mm. The fuel tank capacity of the KTM is 23 liters, while the Aprilia has a slightly larger fuel tank capacity of 24 liters.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a powerful and refined engine, disengageable ABS, adjustable traction control, agile handling, adjustable ergonomics, and a comparatively affordable price. It also has a prestigious look similar to its bigger sisters, a height-adjustable windshield, and a low weight.
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
On the other hand, the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 has a powerful V2 engine with a wonderful sound, a very sensitive and comfortable chassis, a large windshield, and a comfortable seating position. It also comes with traction control and ABS as standard, which can be switched off. The Aprilia has performance modes, cruise control, LED auxiliary headlights, and an aluminum luggage set.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a rev limiter that kicks in at 8500 revs and a chassis that is a little too soft for off-road use. The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015, on the other hand, has a chassis that seems a little soft on good roads and an engine that has a quiet "chirp" between 3000 and 4000 revs.
Overall, both the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 compared to Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
In my opinion, the KTM 1050 Adventure picks up where the 990 Adventure left off a few years ago: Around 100 hp of power, playful handling and as much or as little electronics as is currently state-of-the-art. The engine is anything but weak, ABS and traction control regulate safely and inconspicuously and the handling is extremely fun-oriented, partly because of the relatively narrow tyres. And all this at a price that is only undercut by a few competitors in the league of big touring enduros. Sad as it may be, the two 1190 Adventures and, above all, the flagship 1290 Super Adventure, have soared in price to very high levels. And that is precisely why the KTM 1050 Adventure is perhaps the most coherent of the four Adventure models.
Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015
The Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally is unmistakably the top model in the Capo range: a classy set of panniers, crash bars, engine guard, additional LED headlights and an extravagant set of spoke rims are incredibly pleasing to the eye. In terms of performance, the Rally with traction control, ABS and cruise control is not far removed from its "normal" Travel Pack sister. And the engine, with its 125 hp, is and remains a powerful companion that impresses above all with its throaty V2 sound and good power. You have to like the comfortable chassis - while fans of the hardcore league will turn up their noses, everyone else will enjoy the ingenious active chassis that smoothes out even the roughest knocks. The only thing standing in the way of off-road use is the road tyres; the front 19-inch wheel would certainly be happy to take on the odd off-road excursion with different tyres.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1050 Adventure vs Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 and a Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 5. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1050 Adventure with 96 days compared to 112 days for a Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the KTM 1050 Adventure and 5 reviews for the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally since model year 2015. The first review for the KTM 1050 Adventure was published on 11/4/2014 and now has more than 10,900 views. This compares to more than 27,000 views for the first review on Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally published on 2/25/2015.
