KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel125 mmTravel210 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel220 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter305 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter276 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width200 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,497 mmWheelbase1,504 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height890 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2021

The KTM Super Duke R has evolved perfectly over the generations: The engine is strong, has a huge amount of torque and in the current version also works excellently from low revs. However, the excellent interaction of all components is responsible for the overall wonderful performance of the big Duke. The active seating position is comfortable and unbelievably driving-friendly, the chassis is of a high standard, the brakes are powerful and the electronics are state of the art. Even the looks are now pleasing more and more critics. It's just a shame that you have to pay extra for the ingenious shift assistant with blipper.

wonderfully powerful engine with a lot of bang - especially from below and in the middle

super-agile and comfortable seating position

decent braking power

stable chassis, fully adjustable

comprehensive electronics package

acceptable consumption for the high power.

Shift assistant with blipper not standard

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

Price KTM 1290 Super Duke R

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