KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Overview - KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	90.7 mm	Bore	106.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.8 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	145 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	149 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	52 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	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-air
Displacement	Displacement	889 ccm	Displacement	1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	190 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	240 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Load-bearing engine
Rake	Rake	63.7 degree	Rake	63.8 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	285 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,528 mm	Wheelbase	1,534 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	880 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	444 km	Range	395 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	105 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	113 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.5 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	88 dB	Stationary noise	88 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike with a powerful transmission, a high level of comfort and superior dynamics. It shines with agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Despite its polarised design, it is a clear choice for experienced riders who appreciate comfort and performance on lengthy tours.

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly neutral handling

great ergonomics for long distances

high range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow very dynamic driving manoeuvres

great features

great operating concept

superb seat

very harmonious steering behaviour

impressive stability at high speeds

superior power even in demanding conditions

High weight - difficult to heave off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor tarmac

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

looks even more polarising than on previous models

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 890 Adventure R vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Overview - KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 890 Adventure R vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

Price KTM 890 Adventure R

Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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