KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 vs. Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 vs Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018 compared to Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S GT 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	106 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	67.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	150 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	124.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.1	Compression Ratio	11.5
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	Desmodromic, DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Sachs

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Sachs

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,530 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	215 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	217 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	245 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Topcase

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more than a sporty touring enduro - it is a sports machine that can also go on tours. The powerful 160 hp engine is not only extremely powerful, it is also very easy to operate and makes you want to ride sportily. The many electronic assistance systems such as traction control, semi-active chassis, various modes and cornering ABS also contribute to making you feel right at home on the 1290 Super Adventure S. Finally, the huge TFT display and other gadgets such as the Race-on system or My Ride are also quite convincing.

Powerful engine

precise handling

traction control with fun factor

cornering ABS as standard

easy-to-read, huge TFT display

quickshifter

LED headlights with cornering lights

off-road capable.

High price

power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield