KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
Overview - KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
The KTM 1090 Adventure model year 2018 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R model year 2022 are both enduro motorcycles manufactured by KTM. While they share some similarities, there are significant differences between the two models.
In terms of engine and drive train, both motorcycles have a V2 engine type. However, the KTM 1090 Adventure has a smaller bore of 103 mm and stroke of 63 mm compared to the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R with a bore of 108 mm and stroke of 71 mm. This results in a higher engine power of 160 HP for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R compared to 125 HP for the KTM 1090 Adventure. Similarly, the torque is also higher for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 138 Nm compared to 109 Nm for the KTM 1090 Adventure. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. However, there are differences in the specifications. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has a larger front fork diameter of 48 mm compared to 43 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure. The travel for both the front and rear suspension is also higher for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 220 mm compared to 185 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure.
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
Both motorcycles have a chromium-molybdenum frame and a tubular frame type. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has a slightly higher rake of 64.7 degrees compared to 64 degrees for the KTM 1090 Adventure. The trail is also lower for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 112.8 mm compared to 120 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure.
In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front with the Brembo brand. However, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has additional features such as cornering ABS and ride by wire.
Both motorcycles have advanced rider assistance systems including ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R also has cornering lights and LED daytime running lights, which are not present in the KTM 1090 Adventure.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
In terms of dimensions and weights, there are minor differences between the two motorcycles. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to 19 inches for the KTM 1090 Adventure. The wheelbase is slightly longer for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 1577 mm compared to 1560 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure. The seat height is also higher for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 880 mm compared to 850 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure. The dry weight with ABS is higher for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R at 221 kg compared to 205 kg for the KTM 1090 Adventure. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters.
In terms of equipment, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has additional features such as cornering lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display with a huge 7-inch display. The KTM 1090 Adventure has an adjustable windshield, while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R has an adjustable windshield and LED daytime running lights.
In summary, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 offers a more powerful engine, improved suspension, additional features such as cornering lights and LED headlights, and a larger TFT display compared to the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018. However, it is also slightly heavier and comes at a higher price.
Technical Specifications KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
The R variant of the 1290 Super Adventure is one of the most luxurious options for long tours that don't end on paved roads. Plenty of power is available at all times and the rally look immediately evokes wanderlust. The WP suspension can cope with almost any conceivable surface, but it has to be adjusted manually and you also have to do without the distance cruise control.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1090 Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 is about 62% higher. A KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 experiences a loss of 1,010 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,250 GBP for a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 there are less KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure with 101 days compared to 107 days for a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure and 19 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 1090 Adventure was published on 12/10/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 36,400 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Adventure R published on 04/10/2016.
