KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2020

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses.

Starting with the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021, it boasts a robust overall impression and high-quality chassis. The bike is designed to withstand tough off-road conditions and offers great endurance with its comfortable seat. The sporty and high-quality components contribute to its overall performance. The engine, with its 160 HP and 138 Nm of torque, is powerful yet easy to control. The bike also comes equipped with practical riding aids such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 has its own set of strengths. The engine has both manners and character, providing a thrilling riding experience. The bike offers enormous chassis stability, making it ideal for off-road adventures. The brakes are also impressive, ensuring reliable stopping power. The bike's off-road capabilities are tremendous, allowing riders to tackle challenging terrains. Additionally, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 has a low average consumption, making it more fuel-efficient.

Moving on to the weaknesses of each bike, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 is criticized for its high price tag, considering the lack of individual features in the basic equipment. Additionally, some riders find the controls to be fiddly, which can be a minor inconvenience.

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

As for the KTM 790 Adventure 2020, it is noted for its unattractive surcharge policy, which may deter potential buyers. Furthermore, the original seat is not optimally shaped, potentially causing discomfort during long rides.

In conclusion, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 are both impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 excels in its robustness, high-quality chassis, and powerful engine, while the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 stands out for its engine character, chassis stability, and off-road capabilities. However, both bikes have their drawbacks, such as the high price and lack of individual features in the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021, and the unattractive surcharge policy and suboptimal seat shape in the KTM 790 Adventure 2020. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore108 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque138 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore52 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake64.7 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail112.8 mmTrail107.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter267 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,577 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)221 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

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Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

The Super Adventure R presented itself as a great adventure motorbike during the intensive test in the Pyrenees. It offered a great combination of long-distance comfort and off-road capability. You won't find this combination in this consistency on any other motorbike. Above all, the chassis is tough and presented itself from its best side in tough terrain. Of course, only very few riders will actually ride this monster properly - but in rough terrain, "having" has always been better than "needing".

Robust overall impression

high-quality and practical chassis

great seat for a lot of endurance in the saddle

sporty and high-quality components

powerful but easy-to-control engine

practical riding aids.

The high-priced motorbike lacks individual features in the basic equipment

fiddly controls

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 is about 76% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020 there are less KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 18. With 101 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R or a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 19 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R was published on 04/10/2016 and now has more than 36,400 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 06/10/2018.

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