KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020 vs. Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020 vs Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020 compared to Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	96 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	72 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	115 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,700 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	105 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Degrees	Degrees	75	Degrees	90
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,042 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Öhlins
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	267 mm	Diameter	280 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

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	Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	875 mm	Seat Height up to	815 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	233 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2020

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

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

Moto Guzzi does not want to push the V100 Mandello S into the sports tourer segment and speaks of a roadster suitable for touring - and in fact it is more of a naked bike in terms of its pleasant seating position and agile handling, which conveys a surprising amount of touring character with its electrically adjustable windshield! The unique flaps are probably only noticeable at very low temperatures, but the engine perfectly matches the sovereign appearance and the brakes are brilliantly tuned. Finally, the S version pampers with a standard quickshifter including blipper, heated grips, MIA communication system, tyre pressure control and the electronically adjustable Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension. Asking for just under 20,000 euros for this may therefore only seem hefty at first glance.

Confident V2 powerplant with typical Guzzi vibrations

excellent Brembo brakes

comfortable seating position

electrically adjustable windshield

unique flaps for weather protection of the centre of the body

good handling

extensive standard equipment

electronic Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension

classy look.

Shift assistant does not work cleanly

high heat development in city mode