BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

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Overview - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeV
BoreBore101 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke73 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power105 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque115 NmTorque138 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionStrutFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,577 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height910 mmSeat Height880 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity33 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2009

In the last 30 years of its development, the GS has learned everything you need to know to remain the best-selling motorbike over 500 cubic metres for years - worldwide!

easy to ride

33-litre tank

ergonomics

brakes

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2021

The Super Adventure R presented itself as a great adventure motorbike during the intensive test in the Pyrenees. It offered a great combination of long-distance comfort and off-road capability. You won't find this combination in this consistency on any other motorbike. Above all, the chassis is tough and presented itself from its best side in tough terrain. Of course, only very few riders will actually ride this monster properly - but in rough terrain, "having" has always been better than "needing".

Robust overall impression

high-quality and practical chassis

great seat for a lot of endurance in the saddle

sporty and high-quality components

powerful but easy-to-control engine

practical riding aids.

The high-priced motorbike lacks individual features in the basic equipment

fiddly controls

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

Price BMW R 1200 GS Adventure

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