BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 vs. KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 vs KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 compared to KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	62.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	104 HP	Engine power	98 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	95 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.5
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	910 mm	Seat Height	915 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	33 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

The Wunderlich tank bag with smart handling.

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50 Years Strong: One Brand – One Promise!

Perfect fit, premium quality – with Hepco&Becker accessories, your bike is ready for any adventure. Quality made in Germany.

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Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 vs. KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 vs KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

50 Years Strong: One Brand – One Promise!

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011 compared to KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

CLICK BAG. The one with the “click”.

50 Years Strong: One Brand – One Promise!

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs KTM 990 Adventure S

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

Price KTM 990 Adventure S

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