KTM 390 Adventure R 2025 vs. BMW K 1200 LT 2009

KTM 390 Adventure R 2025

KTM 390 Adventure R 2025

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

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Technical Specifications KTM 390 Adventure R 2025 compared to BMW K 1200 LT 2009

KTM 390 Adventure R 2025
BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore70.5 mm
StrokeStroke64 mmStroke75 mm
Engine powerEngine power44 HPEngine power116 HP
TorqueTorque39 NmTorque120 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
DisplacementDisplacement398.7 ccmDisplacement1.171 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height870 mmSeat Height770 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 390 Adventure R 2025

KTM 390 Adventure R 2025

The 390 Adventure has never been so uncompromisingly trimmed for off-road use. With powerful travel, modern electronics and less than 180 kg, the 390 Adventure R could be the long sought-after, all-rounder among touring enduros. It can easily conquer motorway stages, be chased through twisties or transmitted over hill and dale. But there is a potential catch: the engine taken from the 390 Duke is also very hungry for revs in the Adventure R. This results in constant shifting and hardly any spontaneous propulsion. This can be particularly annoying in enduro bike mode. So whether the KTM 390 Adventure R can fulfil long-standing desires remains a matter of taste.

Top ergonomics for both standing and seated riding

Adjustable suspension with plenty of reserves

State-of-the-art electronics

Good wind protection

Versatile use

Serious enduro bike tyres

Low weight

Engine needs a lot of revs for superior propulsion

engine tends to stall

brakes not very stable

focus on sportiness reduces comfort (e.g. rather hard seat)

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

BMW K 1200 LT 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 390 Adventure R vs BMW K 1200 LT

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