Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 have similar characteristics. They both have a 2-cylinder engine with a chain transmission. However, there are some differences in the specifics. The Ducati has a bore of 106 mm and a stroke of 67.9 mm, while the KTM has a slightly larger bore of 108 mm and stroke of 71 mm. The KTM also has a slightly higher engine power of 160 HP compared to the Ducati's 150 HP. In terms of torque, the Ducati has 124.5 Nm, while the KTM has 140 Nm. The KTM also has a larger displacement of 1301 ccm compared to the Ducati's 1198.4 ccm.

When it comes to suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front, but they have different brands. The Ducati uses Sachs suspension, while the KTM uses WP suspension. The rear suspension on both motorcycles is also provided by Sachs and WP respectively.

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the Ducati has ABS, while the KTM has a more comprehensive system called Ride by Wire. This system includes features such as cornering ABS, adjustable traction control, and cruise control.

When it comes to dimensions and weights, there are some differences between the two motorcycles. The Ducati has a front tire diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 190 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The KTM, on the other hand, has a larger front tire diameter of 19 inches and a slightly narrower rear tire width of 170 mm. Both motorcycles have a wheelbase of around 1500 mm, but the KTM has a slightly higher seat height of 860 mm compared to the Ducati's 850 mm. In terms of weight, the Ducati has a dry weight (with ABS) of 217 kg and a kerb weight (with ABS) of 245 kg. The KTM has a slightly higher dry weight (with ABS) of 229 kg and a kerb weight (with ABS) of 249 kg. The KTM also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters compared to the Ducati's 20 liters.

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have additional features. The Ducati comes with a top case, while the KTM has cornering lights, heated seats, a main stand, and LED cornering lights.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

In terms of strengths, the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 is praised for its strong engine, independent design, and brilliant chassis. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 is praised for its very powerful and confident engine, sporty and agile handling, comprehensive electronics package, semi-active suspension, cornering ABS, adjustable traction control, cruise control, large fuel tank capacity, heated seats, main stand, and LED cornering lights.

In terms of weaknesses, the Ducati is criticized for its high price and restless moor. The KTM, on the other hand, has a jagged windshield, a locking lever for the windshield on the right side, and slightly jerky power delivery under 2000 revs.

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013
KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque124.5 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandSachsBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandSachsBrandWP

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)217 kgDry Weight (with ABS)229 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)245 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity30 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentTopcaseEquipmentCornering lights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

The Multistrada is strong, fast and requires a knowledgeable hand when you switch to attack mode with it.

strong engine

independent design

brilliant chassis

high price

restless moor

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

The 1290 Super Adventure is rightly presented by KTM as an adventure flagship. Packed with sophisticated electronics and almost everything you could possibly need in a big touring enduro, it recommends itself as expected for the long haul. What you don't immediately see from its bulky appearance, however, is that the Super Adventure, like its 1190 sisters, is an incredible fun machine. Especially in tight corners, it is unbelievable fun. The electronics control traction, chassis and engine management so unobtrusively that you can concentrate fully and above all safely on accelerating. On the intermediate straights, the 160 hp of power ensure that the 1290 Super Adventure can also meet sporting requirements and is thus hardly surpassed in terms of universality.

Very powerful and confident engine

sporty, agile handling

comprehensive electronics package

interaction of many electronic features

semi-active suspension

cornering ABS

adjustable traction control

cruise control

large 30-litre fuel tank

heated seats

main stand

LED cornering lights.

Windshield very jagged

locking lever of the windshield on the right side

power delivery under 2000 revs somewhat jerky

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure

There are a few key differences between a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013 and a KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure with 82 days compared to 124 days for the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT. Since model year 2012 1000PS.de editors have written 1 review for the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT and 18 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure since model year 2015. The first review for the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT was published on 6/16/2013 and now has more than 23,900 views. This compares to more than 8,100 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Adventure published on 8/19/2014.

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