Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

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Overview - Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. However, they have some notable differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

In terms of the engine, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 features an in-line, 3-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1160cc. It delivers 150 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a V-twin, 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1301cc. It produces 160 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. Both bikes have electric starters and offer impressive performance.

When it comes to the suspension, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 is equipped with a Showa upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a Showa monoshock in the rear. The front suspension has a diameter of 49mm and offers 220mm of travel, while the rear suspension also provides 220mm of travel. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 features a WP upside-down telescopic fork in the front and a WP monoshock in the rear. The front suspension has a diameter of 48mm and offers 200mm of travel, while the rear suspension also provides 200mm of travel. Both bikes have adjustable suspension settings for compression, preload, and rebound.

In terms of the chassis, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 has a steel tubular frame with a rake of 66.3 degrees and a trail of 112mm. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a chromium-molybdenum tubular frame with a rake of 64 degrees and a trail of 120mm. Both bikes offer stability and agility for off-road riding.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

When it comes to braking, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 is equipped with Brembo double disk brakes in the front, providing excellent stopping power. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 also features Brembo double disk brakes in the front for strong and reliable braking performance.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes offer a range of features. The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 comes with hill start assist, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, shift assistant with blipper, cruise control, and traction control. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 offers ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height ranging from 875mm to 895mm. The kerb weight of the bike with ABS is 249kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It also has a wheelbase of 1560mm and a seat height ranging from 860mm to 875mm. The kerb weight of the bike with ABS is 238kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

In terms of equipment, both bikes offer a range of features. The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 comes with Bluetooth connectivity, heated grips, a keyless system, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 offers heated grips, cornering lights, LED headlights, and an adjustable windscreen.

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 offers pleasant and relaxed ergonomics, good wind protection, state-of-the-art electronics, ample equipment, very powerful brakes, a finely responsive semi-active chassis, a decent range, and a quick-shifting quickshifter. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017, on the other hand, boasts a powerful engine, precise handling, traction control with a fun factor, cornering ABS as standard, an easy-to-read TFT display, LED headlights with cornering lights, and off-road capability.

However, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 has the weakness of being very high for short-legged riders. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017, on the other hand, has the weakness of a high price and a power-consuming height adjustment for the windshield.

In conclusion, both the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 offers a comfortable and well-equipped riding experience, while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 delivers powerful performance and off-road capability. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore90 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke60.7 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque130 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.2 Compression Ratio13.1
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,160 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel220 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake66.3 degreeRake64 degree
TrailTrail112 mmTrail120 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter282 mmDiameter267 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsHill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height875 mmSeat Height860 mm
Seat Height up toSeat Height up to895 mmSeat Height up to875 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)249 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)238 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, Heated grips, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentHeated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro can do more than you think in many respects. Its chassis can cope with more, the chassis gives more confidence and stability and the engine has more smoothness, especially at the bottom. This is how the Briton conquers the Bosnia Rally as the best bike in the heavyweight class (around 250 kilograms). Above all, the suppleness with which it masters slopes, dirt roads and rocky passages set it apart from the competition. The electronics are also pleasantly restrained, the brakes are user-friendly and, on top of that, the ergonomics are perfect for both tall and short riders when the bike is stationary. If you prefer big touring enduros and like to swap the road for the trail, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro is the perfect choice.

Pleasant, relaxed ergonomics

Good wind protection

State-of-the-art electronics

Ample equipment

Very powerful brakes

Finely responsive, semi-active chassis

Ok range

Quick-shifting quickshifter

Very high for short-legged pilots

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 and a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 is about 54% higher. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 there are more Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 43 compared to 26. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S with 68 days compared to 118 days for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 9 reviews for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO and 31 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S since model year 2017. The first review for the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally PRO was published on 12/7/2021 and now has more than 62,100 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Adventure S published on 10/12/2016.

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