BMW F 750 GS 2018 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2019

BMW F 750 GS 2018

BMW F 750 GS 2018

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

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Overview - BMW F 750 GS 2018 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2019

The BMW F 750 GS 2018 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 are both enduro motorcycles that offer powerful engines and advanced rider assistance systems. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine specifications, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 is equipped with an in-line, 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 853ccm. It produces 77 HP of power and 83 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 also features an in-line, 2-cylinder engine but with a larger displacement of 799ccm. It delivers a higher power output of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions.

When it comes to suspension, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 is equipped with a telescopic fork front suspension with a diameter of 41mm and a travel of 151mm. The rear suspension features a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 177mm. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019, on the other hand, features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with a larger diameter of 43mm and a travel of 200mm. The rear suspension is also a swing arm with a monoshock but with the same travel of 200mm. Both motorcycles offer preload adjustment for the rear suspension.

BMW F 750 GS 2018

BMW F 750 GS 2018

In terms of chassis, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 features a steel frame with a tubular, load-bearing engine design. It has a rake of 63 degrees and a trail of 104.5mm. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019, on the other hand, features a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular, load-bearing engine design. It has a slightly steeper rake of 64.1 degrees and a trail of 107.8mm.

Both motorcycles are equipped with double disk front brakes for efficient stopping power. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019, however, offers additional advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, in addition to ABS. The BMW F 750 GS 2018 only offers ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1559mm and a seat height of 815mm. The fuel tank capacity is 15 liters. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches and the same rear tire width of 150mm but with a larger diameter of 18 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1509mm and a slightly higher seat height of 830mm. The fuel tank capacity is larger at 20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 offers a powerful engine with a pleasant sound, a comfortable seating position, stable brakes, and playful handling. It also has an extensive range of accessories, riding modes, traction control, and LED headlights. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 is praised for its engine with manners and character, enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption.

However, the BMW F 750 GS 2018 does have some weaknesses, including a very low bikini screen and an inconspicuous appearance. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019, on the other hand, has been criticized for its unattractive surcharge policy and the original seat not being optimally shaped.

Technical Specifications BMW F 750 GS 2018 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019

BMW F 750 GS 2018
KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power77 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore48 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel151 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel177 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake63 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail104.5 mmTrail107.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,559 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 750 GS 2018

BMW F 750 GS 2018

Anyone who regards the BMW F 750 GS merely as an entry-level bike is doing it an injustice. Although the low seat height, easy handling and pleasant engine response are indeed suitable for beginners, the "small" GS is also a lot of fun for advanced riders. The possibility of raising the F 750 GS to the level of an upper-class bike with all kinds of luxury features is unique and makes it the ultimate wolf in sheep's clothing.

Powerful engine with pleasant sound

comfortable seating position

stable brakes

playful handling

extensive range of accessories

riding modes

traction control

LED headlights.

Very low bikini screen

inconspicuous appearance

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 750 GS vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a BMW F 750 GS 2018 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 750 GS 2018 is about 8% higher. A BMW F 750 GS 2018 experiences a loss of 120 USD in one year and 380 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 890 USD and 860 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019 there are less BMW F 750 GS 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 30. It takes less time to sell a BMW F 750 GS with 77 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 23 reviews for the BMW F 750 GS and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW F 750 GS was published on 11/7/2017 and now has more than 54,400 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 10/6/2018.

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