Honda CBR600RR 2011 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

Honda CBR600RR 2011

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CBR600RR 2011 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

Honda CBR600RR 2011

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

Honda CBR600RR 2011

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	42.5 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	120 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	13,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	66 Nm	Torque	138 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	11,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	13.1
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Dual ignition
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	599 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,375 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	18 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR600RR 2011

First and foremost, you have to let them run. Minimal impulses are enough to initiate a change of direction; every action requires the slightest effort. Otherwise, only light motorbikes are so playful. Only the revs must never drop, otherwise you have lost your chance to be the first to cross the finish line.

Incredibly low dry weight

first sport ABS

razor-sharp handling

Weaknesses in the low rev range

sporty but extremely uncomfortable seating position.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is anything but old-fashioned. The Euro5 engine continues to shine incredibly with its 160 hp and the awesome torque of 138 Newton metres. The refined electronics ensure an even smoother ride, which, thanks to the wonderfully agile handling, results in a lot of fun when cornering. But the new SASi also has a lot to offer comfort freaks and all those who value the touring qualities of this type of motorbike. A nice, standard feature is the adaptive cruise control ACC, which independently keeps the distance to the vehicle in front - and works really well. In any case, the Quickshifter+ or the all-inclusive TechPack is recommended - at this basic price, the 1300 euro surcharge is not that much of a burden.

Very sporty, but also cultivated V2 power plant

extremely playful handling despite high weight

comfortable, driving-friendly seating position

good brakes including cornering ABS

comprehensive electronics package

adaptive cruise control ACC

clear, well-structured instrumentation with huge 7-inch display

Gearshift assistant and other features at extra cost

idiosyncratic look

stiff seat bench

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CBR600RR vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Price Honda CBR600RR

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