KTM 790 Adventure 2019 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

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Overview - KTM 790 Adventure 2019 vs KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The KTM 790 Adventure 2019 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. They share many technical specifications, including the engine type, bore, stroke, engine power, torque, starter, transmission, cylinders, and displacement. Both models feature a 799cc in-line engine that delivers 95 horsepower and 88 Nm of torque. They also have an electric starter and a chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 is equipped with a WP upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 43mm in the front and a swing arm suspension with a monoshock in the rear. The front suspension has a travel of 200mm, while the rear suspension has a travel of 200mm and offers preload adjustment. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 features a WP upside-down telescopic fork with a larger diameter of 48mm in the front and the same swing arm suspension with a monoshock in the rear. The front suspension has a travel of 240mm, while the rear suspension also has a travel of 240mm and offers preload adjustment. This means that the Adventure R 2020 has a more robust suspension setup, allowing for better off-road performance and a wider range of use.

Both models have a chromium-molybdenum frame that is tubular and load-bearing. The chassis of the Adventure R 2020 has a slightly different rake and trail compared to the Adventure 2019, with a rake of 63.7 degrees and a trail of 110.4mm, while the Adventure 2019 has a rake of 64.1 degrees and a trail of 107.8mm. This slight difference in geometry may result in slightly different handling characteristics.

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In terms of brakes, both models feature double disk brakes in the front. They also have advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 18 inches. The Adventure R 2020 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1528mm compared to the Adventure 2019's 1509mm. The seat height of the Adventure R 2020 is also higher at 880mm, while the Adventure 2019 has a seat height of 830mm. Both models have a dry weight (with ABS) of 189kg and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

In terms of strengths, the Adventure 2019 is praised for its engine with manners and character, high chassis stability, excellent brakes, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption. On the other hand, the Adventure R 2020 is praised for its high chassis quality that allows for a wide range of use, engine with great running culture, rich torque, and perfectly dimensioned power, easy-to-read display, and practical rally electronics package. Despite its radical chassis, the Adventure R 2020 is also stable, maneuverable, and suitable for everyday use on the road.

In terms of weaknesses, the Adventure 2019 is criticized for its unattractive surcharge policy and the original seat not being optimally shaped. The Adventure R 2020, on the other hand, is criticized for not having a standard quickshifter, having a slightly fiddly indicator switch, and a seat that is a little more uncomfortable on long tours compared to the standard model.

Overall, both the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Adventure R 2020 offers some improvements in terms of suspension, chassis quality, and electronics package, making it a great choice for riders looking for a more versatile and capable off-road machine. However, the Adventure 2019 still holds its own with its strong engine performance and excellent off-road capabilities.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Adventure 2019 compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2019
KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore88 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel240 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel200 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake63.7 degree
TrailTrail107.8 mmTrail110.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,509 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)189 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally allowed to draw on their full resources and show what they can do. The higher-quality chassis compensates for the disadvantages of the long suspension travel on the road, but scores points off-road with massive reserves. The surcharge is more than justified. The seat height will probably restrict the clientele somewhat.

High chassis quality ensures a wide range of use

Engine offers great running culture, rich torque and perfectly dimensioned power

Easy-to-read display

Practical rally electronics package

Despite radical chassis also stable, manoeuvrable and suitable for everyday use on the road

Quickshifter not standard

indicator switch a little fiddly

seat a little more uncomfortable on long tours than on standard model

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Adventure vs KTM 790 Adventure R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Adventure 2019 and a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is about 17% higher. A KTM 790 Adventure 2019 experiences a loss of 890 USD in one year and 860 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 610 USD and 970 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 there are more KTM 790 Adventure 2019 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 29 compared to 12. With 101 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure or a KTM 790 Adventure R. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure and 9 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure R since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 790 Adventure was published on 10/6/2018 and now has more than 53,700 views. This compares to more than 53,700 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure R published on 10/6/2018.

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