BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024 vs. KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

Technical Specifications BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024 compared to KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	106.5 mm	Bore	110 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	145 HP	Engine power	173 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	149 Nm	Torque	145 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13.3	Compression Ratio	13
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,300 ccm	Displacement	1,350 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telelever	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Travel	Travel	190 mm	Travel	200 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Paralever	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	200 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	63.8 degree	Rake	65.2 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	285 mm	Diameter	267 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Radar cruise control, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	170 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,534 mm	Wheelbase	1,558 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	847 mm
Seat Height up to	Seat Height up to	890 mm	Seat Height up to	867 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	395 km	Range	343 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	113 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	155 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	6.7 l/100km

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	Connectivity, Keyless System, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2024

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike with a powerful transmission, a high level of comfort and superior dynamics. It shines with agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Despite its polarised design, it is a clear choice for experienced riders who appreciate comfort and performance on lengthy tours.

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly neutral handling

great ergonomics for long distances

high range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow very dynamic driving manoeuvres

great features

great operating concept

superb seat

very harmonious steering behaviour

impressive stability at high speeds

superior power even in demanding conditions

High weight - difficult to heave off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor tarmac

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

looks even more polarising than on previous models

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO 2025

With the 1390 Adventure S EVO, KTM demonstrates what is technically possible, incorporating new and improved comfort features – such as a wonderfully smooth-running automatic gearbox, adaptive cruise control and semi-active suspension into a bike that, after ten model years, is extremely well-developed and undoubtedly ranks among the sportiest touring enduro bikes. Whether you’re out for a relaxed ride, even with a passenger, or racing with a knife between your teeth on your way to the ‘King of the Pass’ – the SAS is living proof that comfort and sportiness are not mutually exclusive.

A powerful engine that performs with confidence in any situation

a perfectly tuned automatic gearbox with noticeable differences between the gear modes

a foot-operated gear lever AND paddle shifters on the handlebars

state-of-the-art electronic suspension

Front radar with useful features

sportiness

generous space, even for the pillion passenger

easy-to-read 8-inch TFT display with offline sat-nav

intuitive controls

top-class brakes

Dynamic Slip Adjuster in the optional Rally mode

The wide fuel tank means the seating position isn’t ideal

fuel consumption is relatively high

the emergency braking assistant intervenes a little too early

Price Comparison Average Market Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO

Price BMW R 1300 GS Adventure

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Price KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO

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