KTM 1190 Adventure 2015 vs. BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 1190 Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

Overview - KTM 1190 Adventure 2015 vs BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 1190 Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

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Technical Specifications KTM 1190 Adventure 2015 compared to BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 1190 Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

KTM 1190 Adventure 2015

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	105 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	69 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	150 HP	Engine power	104 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	125 Nm	Torque	115 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Prop shaft
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,195 ccm	Displacement	1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Strut

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,560 mm	Wheelbase	1,510 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	860 mm	Seat Height	910 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	212 kg	Kerb Weight	256 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	33 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 Adventure 2015

The KTM 1190 Adventure is an absolute all-rounder, there is no demand that it does not fulfil: It combines sport, touring, mountain passes and off-road riding. With hardly any other "all-rounder" motorbike is it so fast - even on the racetrack the 1190 Adventure cuts a fine figure with its 150 hp. An unbeatable climber, especially on narrow mountain roads, but also a pleasant companion on the daily ride to work. Also included is a comprehensive electronics package with adjustable power modes, traction control and even a lean angle ABS is on board.

Combines sport with comfort

buttery smooth gearbox

powerful and well controllable engine

excellent seating position

handy chassis

sophisticated electronics

lean angle ABS

Engine jerks a little below 3000 revs

unlike its predecessor, it no longer looks quite so independent

smooth gliding is not its strong point

BMW R 1200 GS Adventure 2011

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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