KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022 vs. BMW F 750 GS 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

BMW F 750 GS 2022

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022 vs BMW F 750 GS 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

BMW F 750 GS 2022

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022 compared to BMW F 750 GS 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

BMW F 750 GS 2022

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

BMW F 750 GS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	84 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	77 mm
Engine power	Engine power	175 HP	Engine power	77 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	141 Nm	Torque	83 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.6	Compression Ratio	12.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Lubrication	Lubrication	Forced	Lubrication	Dry sump
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	125 mm	Travel	151 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	156 mm	Travel	177 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	65.1 degree	Rake	63 degree
Trail	Trail	107 mm	Trail	104.5 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	305 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	265 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,559 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	234 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	224 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	93 dB	Stationary noise	89 dB

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, Keyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2022

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT clearly focuses on sport in sport touring, but can also convince with its long-distance qualities. In the 2022 model year, among other things, the right steps were taken with the new TFT display to modernise it without losing the brutal character - which its owners appreciate. If you are looking for a true all-rounder and don't mind the looks, you can't go wrong with the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT!

Powerful engine

Agile handling

7 inch display

Seating position

Comfort

Height-adjustable windscreen

Jerkiness below 2,500 rpm

unconventional appearance: gearshift assistant at extra cost

BMW F 750 GS 2022

Anyone who regards the BMW F 750 GS merely as an entry-level bike is doing it an injustice. Although the low seat height, easy handling and pleasant engine response are indeed suitable for beginners, the "small" GS is also a lot of fun for advanced riders. The possibility of raising the F 750 GS to the level of an upper-class bike with all kinds of luxury features is unique and makes it the ultimate wolf in sheep's clothing.

Powerful engine with pleasant sound

comfortable seating position

stable brakes

playful handling

extensive range of accessories

riding modes

traction control

LED headlights.

Very low bikini screen

inconspicuous appearance