Triumph Tiger Sport 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Triumph Tiger Sport 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Overview - Triumph Tiger Sport 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Triumph Tiger Sport 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger Sport 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Triumph Tiger Sport 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Triumph Tiger Sport 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	79 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71.4 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,400 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	104 Nm	Torque	138 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,300 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	13.1
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	3	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,050 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Brand	Brand	Nissin	Brand	Brembo

Assistance Systems

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

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	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,540 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger Sport 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

All in all, the long-distance capable KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is made for a trip for two, whereby the rider hardly ever has to think about where it is going. It likes motorway sections, fast country road passages or winding mountain passes in the tightest of corners just as much as unpaved roads with the occasional rough gravel section, where it is primarily the rider or their routine that decides how far they can go. The handling, which is improved compared to the predecessor due to the lower tank (and thus centre of gravity), also scores points here. The electronic chassis copes perfectly with the changing surfaces of a journey and always conveys transparency, the engine sovereignty in every situation. Ready to race - or also: Ready for long-distance racing!

Very sporty, but also cultivated V2 power plant

extremely accessible handling despite high weight

comfortable, driving-friendly seating position

good brakes including cornering ABS

comprehensive electronics package

clear, well-structured instrumentation with huge 7-inch display.

Turn-in behaviour in bends somewhat sluggish

Opaque package design and pricing policy

Dashboards and switches do not feel very high quality