BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022 vs. KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022

KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022 compared to KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022

KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022

KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	101 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	62.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	115 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	92 Nm	Torque	100 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.7	Compression Ratio	11.5
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	853 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Brakes Rear

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,593 mm	Wheelbase	1,570 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	875 mm	Seat Height	915 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2022

Packed with technical features and additional equipment, the "small" Adventure is a high-tech machine. The many functions work well, and our testers were particularly impressed by the electronic chassis and the silky-smooth running of the engine. The Asian origin of the engine is not noticeable. The larger tank of the Adventure version and all the accessories drive up both the weight and the price. At 244 kg, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a bulky lump, which doesn't please everyone. But the ergonomics are top-notch, and the seating position in the wide fairing conveys a feeling of safety and protection.

Silky-smooth engine

top ergonomics and comfort

absolutely suitable for touring

suitable for off-road

technically very mature

High price with additional equipment

engine exudes little emotion

fork not adjustable

quite high weight

KTM 990 Adventure R 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 850 GS Adventure vs KTM 990 Adventure R

Price BMW F 850 GS Adventure

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