KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 vs. Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 compared to Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	108 mm	Bore	81 mm
Stroke	Stroke	71 mm	Stroke	52.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160 HP	Engine power	175 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	120 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,301 ccm	Displacement	1,077 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Sachs

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Sachs

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Aluminium

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Brembo	Brand	Brembo

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,445 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	825 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)	Dry Weight (with ABS)	215 kg	Dry Weight (with ABS)	184 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more than a sporty touring enduro - it is a sports machine that can also go on tours. The powerful 160 hp engine is not only extremely powerful, it is also very easy to operate and makes you want to ride sportily. The many electronic assistance systems such as traction control, semi-active chassis, various modes and cornering ABS also contribute to making you feel right at home on the 1290 Super Adventure S. Finally, the huge TFT display and other gadgets such as the Race-on system or My Ride are also quite convincing.

Powerful engine

precise handling

traction control with fun factor

cornering ABS as standard

easy-to-read, huge TFT display

quickshifter

LED headlights with cornering lights

off-road capable.

High price

power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 RR 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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