KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
BMW R 1200 GS 2009
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023
BMW R 1200 GS 2009
BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore108 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power175 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque141 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.6 Compression Ratio12
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,482 mmWheelbase1,507 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2023

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 R 1200 GS 2009

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Either it was a stroke of luck or the best developers were at work - handlebars, geometry, seat, knee angle, footrests - it just fits really well for the majority of Central Europeans. All in all, there is still no motorbike that can kill the GS.

Optimal wind protection

comfortable seat

good posture

positive ergonomics

weather robust

quiet chassis.

Seat a little too low.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke GT

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 1200 GS

Model year
Current average market prices

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