KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018 vs. Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

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Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018 compared to Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line crankpin offset
Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	73 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	68 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.1	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
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	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
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Kayaba
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	220 mm	Travel	230 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
Travel	Travel	220 mm	Travel	220 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle, Central tube
Rake	Rake	64 degree	Rake	27 degree
Trail	Trail	123 mm	Trail	105 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	282 mm
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	267 mm	Diameter	245 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,580 mm	Wheelbase	1,595 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	890 mm	Seat Height	910 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	240 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	205 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable	Equipment	Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

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

Yamaha Tenere 700 Extreme Edition 2024

The Ténéré 700 Extreme replaces the "Rally" model variation and scores with even more off-road capability. Brutal KYB spring components with 230 millimetre front and 220 millimetre rear suspension unleash their full power off-road and promise uncompromising rides even on single trails and demanding tracks. The off-road-optimised titanium footrests provide perfect grip on off-road terrain.

Suspension at its best

Cool look thanks to high mudguard

Titanium footrests for better grip

Enormous ground clearance

Very high riding position

ergonomics take some getting used to when cornering

splash protection slightly worse due to high mudguard