KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs. KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

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Overview - KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

The KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 are both enduro motorcycles with similar features and specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 has a larger bore and stroke compared to the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017. This results in a higher engine power of 150 HP and torque of 125 Nm for the 1190 Adventure, while the 1090 Adventure has a slightly lower engine power of 125 HP and torque of 109 Nm. Both models have an electric starter and use a chain transmission.

Both motorcycles have a suspension front and rear with the same brand, WP. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork, providing excellent handling and stability. However, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control, which are not present in the 1190 Adventure.

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

In terms of chassis, both models have a chromium-molybdenum frame type, which offers strength and durability. The braking system in the front is provided by Brembo for both motorcycles.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a 19-inch front tire diameter and a 17-inch rear tire diameter. However, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 has a wider rear tire width of 170 mm, while the 1090 Adventure has a slightly narrower rear tire width of 150 mm. Both models have a wheelbase of 1560 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. The seat height of the 1190 Adventure is 860 mm, while the 1090 Adventure has a slightly lower seat height of 850 mm.

When it comes to strengths, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 is praised for its combination of sport and comfort, smooth gearbox, powerful and controllable engine, excellent seating position, manageable chassis, sophisticated electronics, and lean angle ABS. On the other hand, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 is commended for its very powerful and cultivated engine with a wide rev range, performance modes, switchable ABS, adjustable traction control, agile and safe handling, adjustable ergonomics, height-adjustable windshield, low weight, and comparatively low price.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

However, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 does have some weaknesses. It is noted to have a slight jerkiness in the engine below 3000 revs and its design is not as unique as its predecessor. Additionally, smooth gliding is not considered one of its strong points.

The KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 also has a couple of weaknesses. Its design may seem outdated compared to the newer 1290 Super Adventures, and its suspension fork is not adjustable.

In summary, while both the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and the KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 are capable enduro motorcycles, the 1190 Adventure offers a more powerful engine and advanced electronics, while the 1090 Adventure provides additional rider assistance systems and adjustable ergonomics at a comparatively lower price.

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

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Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

With no other "all-rounder" motorbike will you be so fast. An unbeatable climber, especially on narrow mountain roads, but also a pleasant companion on the daily ride to work.

Combines sport with comfort

buttery smooth gearbox

powerful and well controllable engine

excellent seating position

manageable chassis

sophisticated electronics

lean angle ABS.

Engine jerks a little below 3000 revs

unlike its predecessor, it no longer looks quite so independent

smooth gliding is not its strong point.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.

Very powerful, cultivated engine with wide rev range

performance modes

ABS can be switched off

adjustable traction control

agile and safe handling

adjustable ergonomics

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively low price.

Optics seem outdated by the new 1290 Super Adventures

suspension fork not adjustable

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 Adventure vs KTM 1090 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and a KTM 1090 Adventure 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 is about 4% higher. Compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 there are more KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 20 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure with 77 days compared to 81 days for the KTM 1190 Adventure. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 21 reviews for the KTM 1190 Adventure and 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 1190 Adventure was published on 9/18/2012 and now has more than 10,600 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1090 Adventure published on 10/12/2016.

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