KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 are both powerful enduro motorcycles that offer a range of features and capabilities.
Starting with the engine and drive train, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 is equipped with a V2 engine with a displacement of 1301ccm. It produces 160 HP of power and 138 Nm of torque. The engine is started electrically and power is transmitted through a chain. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 features a Boxer engine with a displacement of 1254ccm. It generates 136 HP of power and 143 Nm of torque. The engine is also started electrically but power is transmitted through a prop shaft.
In terms of suspension, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 has an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 48mm at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The front suspension offers a travel of 220mm and can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension also has a travel of 220mm and can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is equipped with a telelever front suspension with a diameter of 37mm and a single swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The front suspension offers a travel of 190mm and can be adjusted for preload. The rear suspension has a travel of 200mm and can be adjusted for preload and rebound.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
In terms of chassis, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 features a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a steel frame. The KTM has a frame type of tubular, while the BMW has a load-bearing engine frame type. The rake of the KTM is 64.7 degrees and the trail is 112.8mm. The BMW has a rake of 62.9 degrees and a trail of 109mm.
Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front. The KTM has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The BMW also has ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1577mm, a seat height of 880mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1525mm, a seat height of 850mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.
In terms of equipment, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 is equipped with cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is equipped with LED headlights and an adjustable windscreen. The BMW also has a color TFT display as standard.
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 is praised for its sporty V2 power plant, playful handling, driving-friendly seating position, good brakes with cornering ABS, comprehensive electronics package, and clear, well-structured instruments with a large 7-inch display. On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is praised for its high-torque boxer engine, good sound, comfortable seating position suitable for long distances, stable braking performance, good weather protection, and standard LED headlights.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 is criticized for its gearshift assistant being available at an extra cost and its higher price compared to the S model despite having fewer features. The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is criticized for its manageable standard equipment and a long surcharge list, as well as its jagged appearance with little elegance.
In conclusion, both the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 offer impressive performance and features. The KTM excels in terms of its powerful engine, handling, and electronics package, while the BMW offers a comfortable riding position and good overall performance. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022
The R variant of the 1290 Super Adventure is one of the most luxurious options for long tours that don't end on paved roads. Plenty of power is available at all times and the rally look immediately evokes wanderlust. The WP suspension can cope with almost any conceivable surface, but it has to be adjusted manually and you also have to do without the distance cruise control.
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs BMW R 1250 GS
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. In terms of price, the actual average prices of both motorbikes are almost the same. A KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 experiences a loss of 1,250 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 980 GBP for a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019 there are less KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 8 compared to 104. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 46 days compared to 107 days for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 19 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R was published on 04/10/2016 and now has more than 36,400 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.
