Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 vs. KTM 1190 Adventure R 2013

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

KTM 1190 Adventure R 2013

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012 compared to KTM 1190 Adventure R 2013

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

KTM 1190 Adventure R 2013

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

KTM 1190 Adventure R 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	79.5 mm	Stroke	69 mm
Engine power	Engine power	110 HP	Engine power	150 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	114.1 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	12.5
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,199 ccm	Displacement	1,195 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Technology	Technology	Wave	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,540 mm	Wheelbase	1,580 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré World Crosser 2012

The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Ténéré is a sophisticated touring motorbike with great comfort potential and a high level of suitability for everyday use. Despite its unspectacular appearance, it impresses with its robust design, reliable technology and good balance on lengthy tours. Even from today's perspective, it remains an underestimated but worthwhile choice for frequent and long-distance travellers.

Comfortable seating position

harmonious suspension

very reliable

suitable for off-road use

superior engine characteristics

high long-distance capability

unsportsmanlike braking system

high weight

weak peak power

somewhat sluggish handling