BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS 2009 vs KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2009 compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2009
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BMW R 1200 GS 2009
BMW R 1200 GS 2009
KTM 790 Adventure R 2019
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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore101 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.7
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally able 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 BMW R 1200 GS vs KTM 790 Adventure R

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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Price KTM 790 Adventure R

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