Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Overview - Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Technical Specifications Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	152 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	106 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	44 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
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	999 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	direct
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	25.5 degree	Rake	64 degree
Trail	Trail	97 mm	Trail	123 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	267 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,470 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Bluetooth, Connectivity, Case system, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2024

The Suzuki GSX-S1000GX does a damn good job as a crossover bike. The range of possible uses is huge. You feel equally comfortable in the saddle when riding in a sporty style and when travelling comfortably. A very practical bike with which you can have a lot of fun and enjoy touring long distances.

insanely good engine

great reponsiveness, great torque curve

Very good integration of the quickshifter including perfect shifting

Very high-quality overall impression - the bike is very reliable

Very stable riding performance in all situations

Good electronic suspension enables a very wide range of use

The bike looks authentic both as a comfortable touring machine and as an aggressive sports bike

Pleasant seating comfort

Accessible and logical operation of the electronics

Very harmonious riding performance

Hardly any vibrations and no disturbing noises - the bike presents itself very confidently

automatic mode of the suspension adapts optimally to different road conditions

The maximum payload is 198kg. For a touring motorbike, this is a little too tight

The extensive standard equipment in this price range lacks a centre stand and heated grips Integration of sat nav is cumbersome - no suitable mounting point available, standard software not a fully-fledged solution

Standard tyres seem unwieldy and spoil the great impression

Windscreen can only be adjusted with tools

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2020

The 1290 Super Adventure R is supposed to be the new off-road flagship of the KTM Adventure range - and it is! It's amazing how easy it is to move 240 kilos off-road with a full tank. The off-road mode is also largely convincing. On the other hand, as on the 1290 Super Adventure S, the full 160 hp and 140 Newton metres of torque as well as all comfort features (apart from the electronically adjustable suspension) are available on the R version: Four performance modes (Sport, Street, Rain and Offroad), cornering ABS, traction control, cruise control, keyless race-on system and the mobile phone management "My Ride". This means that the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R actually combines four motorbikes in one - and thus justifies the proud price.

Fully off-road capable

good off-road mode

easy handling

very powerful and refined engine

state-of-the-art electronic features such as traction control, quickshifter and cornering ABS

large, easy-to-read TFT display

LED headlights with cornering lights.

High price

power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield