KTM 990 Adventure 2012 vs. BMW F 900 GS 2024

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

BMW F 900 GS 2024

BMW F 900 GS 2024

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Overview - KTM 990 Adventure 2012 vs BMW F 900 GS 2024

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

BMW F 900 GS 2024

BMW F 900 GS 2024

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Adventure 2012 compared to BMW F 900 GS 2024

KTM 990 Adventure 2012
BMW F 900 GS 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore86 mm
StrokeStroke62.4 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power115 HPEngine power105 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque100 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement895 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,570 mmWheelbase1,585 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height870 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW F 900 GS 2024

BMW F 900 GS 2024

The F 900 GS feels completely different to its direct predecessor, the F 850 GS. Instead of a sedate all-rounder, with the Enduro Pro package it has become an agile adventure bike with considerable off-road capabilities. Uncomplicated yet powerful, it can be ridden on and off the beaten track. However, it only really comes into its own with a few accessories. The Enduro Pro package and Dynamic package are almost mandatory purchases, which also pushes the price up. All in all, a remarkable reorientation of BMW's in-line two-cylinder enduro bike.

Linear, fun motor

Suitably dimensioned brakes

Super responsive, optional suspension

Optional enduro bike pro mode offers versatile configuration options

Successful ergonomics for seated and standing riding

Pleasant handling

Good quickshifter

Sophisticated off-road solutions, such as folding foot brake lever riser

Accessible, comfortable and cool - a great combination

Wind protection could be better

Only tubeless rims available

Standard suspension not good enough off-road

Engine runs a bit raw and louder than comparable competitors

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Adventure vs BMW F 900 GS

Price KTM 990 Adventure

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Price BMW F 900 GS

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