KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)229 kgDry Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)238 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentCornering lightsEquipmentHeated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015

The 1290 Super Adventure is rightly presented by KTM as an adventure flagship. Packed with sophisticated electronics and almost everything you could possibly need in a big touring enduro, it recommends itself as expected for the long haul. What you don't immediately see from its bulky appearance, however, is that the Super Adventure, like its 1190 sisters, is an incredible fun machine. Especially in tight corners, it is unbelievable fun. The electronics control traction, chassis and engine management so unobtrusively that you can concentrate fully and above all safely on accelerating. On the intermediate straights, the 160 hp of power ensure that the 1290 Super Adventure can also meet sporting requirements and is thus hardly surpassed in terms of universality.

Very powerful and confident engine

sporty, agile handling

comprehensive electronics package

interaction of many electronic features

semi-active suspension

cornering ABS

adjustable traction control

cruise control

large 30-litre fuel tank

heated seats

main stand

LED cornering lights.

Windshield very jagged

locking lever of the windshield on the right side

power delivery under 2000 revs somewhat jerky

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure

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