KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs. BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 vs BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014 compared to BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

BMW R 1200 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	173 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,870 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	144 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.2	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,482 mm	Wheelbase	1,507 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2014

With all the power and hard "Beast videos" from KTM, this horsepower monster is actually a 100% everyday bike for touring or going to work.

precise handling

traction control

powerful engine

High price

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 R vs BMW R 1200 GS

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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