Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

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Overview - Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Technical Specifications Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore106 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke67.9 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque136 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio13.1
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDesmodromic, DOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,198.4 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,529 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height845 mmSeat Height890 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)209 kgDry Weight (with ABS)217 kg
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)232 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)240 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

Ducati Multistrada 1200 2016

The diva from Bologna is no longer a diva at all - the Ducati Mulitstrada 1200 behaves exactly as you would expect from a touring enduro. The predecessor was already agile, but the current Multi now also impresses with smooth manners in all speed ranges. This could seem almost boring to true fans of the old Mulitstrada, but makes it more usable overall. In tight corners, it needs a little more pressure than the competition, but it also draws a nice line and in hairpin bends, thanks to the DVT system, the now predictable attack from far below is very beneficial. When the bends get wider, the Multistrada 1200 draws on the full power of its 160 hp in the upper rev range, which only a few competitors can keep up with. The seating position has also been eased compared to its predecessor, and the rider now sits much more comfortably in front of the wide handlebars.

Well-drivable, powerful engine

sensitive chassis

superb Brembo braking system with ABS

tunable power modes

cruise control

optional equipment packages can be combined.

Windshield rather narrow

not a cheap pleasure

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

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