BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 2009

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

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Overview - BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 vs KTM 1190 RC8 2009

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 2009

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
KTM 1190 RC8 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore102.5 mmBore103 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power155 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,148 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeLoad-bearing engineFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,504 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

The all-purpose weapon from Bavaria that can also handle ambitious off-road rides with ease. Thanks to an extra 2 centimetres of suspension travel and 10 litres more fuel in the tank, no tour is too far and no challenge too great. The comparatively low centre of gravity helps with handling and the more powerful engine brings it much closer to the normal R 1250 GS in terms of riding dynamics. In the new 1250 model generation, it offers not only the revised engine, which brings even better rideability, but also a plus in standard equipment and safety. The fiercest competitor for the Adventure is nevertheless lurking in its own house, because even the conventional, less expensive GS is already a fine all-rounder.

Great ride comfort

extreme range

good ergonomics

excellent weather protection

bulbous torque

clean response

generally good rideability due to low centre of gravity

customisation options.

High weight noticeable in the braking zone

high price

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

KTM 1190 RC8 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs KTM 1190 RC8

Price BMW R 1250 GS Adventure

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Price KTM 1190 RC8

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