KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
Overview - KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
The KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 are both powerful enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.
In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a bore of 103 mm and a stroke of 63 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 has a slightly larger bore of 108 mm and a stroke of 71 mm. This results in the KTM 1290 Super Adventure having a higher engine power of 160 HP compared to the 125 HP of the KTM 1090 Adventure. Similarly, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure has a higher torque of 140 Nm compared to the 109 Nm of the KTM 1090 Adventure. Both models have an electric starter and a chain transmission, as well as a 2-cylinder engine. However, the KTM 1090 Adventure has a displacement of 1050 ccm, while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure has a larger displacement of 1301 ccm.
In terms of suspension, both models have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and WP suspension at the rear. The chassis of both models is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular frame. The front brakes of both models are provided by Brembo.
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 offers ABS, riding modes, and traction control. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 offers ride by wire technology, which allows for more precise throttle control.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both models have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. However, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure has a slightly wider rear tire width of 170 mm compared to the 150 mm of the KTM 1090 Adventure. Both models have a wheelbase of 1560 mm and a seat height of 850 mm for the KTM 1090 Adventure and 860 mm for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure. The dry weight of the KTM 1090 Adventure with ABS is 205 kg, while the dry weight of the KTM 1290 Super Adventure with ABS is slightly higher at 229 kg. The kerb weight of the KTM 1090 Adventure with ABS is 228 kg, while the kerb weight of the KTM 1290 Super Adventure with ABS is 249 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the KTM 1090 Adventure is 23 liters, while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters.
In terms of equipment, both models have adjustable windshields. However, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 has the additional feature of cornering lights, which provide improved visibility when cornering.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is praised for its powerful and cultivated engine with a wide rev range, performance modes, the ability to switch off the ABS, adjustable traction control, agile and safe handling, adjustable ergonomics, height-adjustable windshield, low weight, and comparatively low price. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 is praised for its very powerful and confident engine, sporty and agile handling, comprehensive electronics package, interaction of many electronic features, semi-active suspension, cornering ABS, adjustable traction control, cruise control, large 30-liter fuel tank, heated seats, main stand, and LED cornering lights.
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is criticized for its outdated optics compared to the new 1290 Super Adventures and its non-adjustable suspension fork. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 is criticized for its jagged windshield, the locking lever of the windshield on the right side, and slightly jerky power delivery under 2000 revs.
Overall, both the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two models ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
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.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015
The 1290 Super Adventure is rightly presented by KTM as an adventure flagship. Packed with sophisticated electronics and almost everything you could possibly need in a big touring enduro, it recommends itself as expected for the long haul. What you don't immediately see from its bulky appearance, however, is that the Super Adventure, like its 1190 sisters, is an incredible fun machine. Especially in tight corners, it is unbelievable fun. The electronics control traction, chassis and engine management so unobtrusively that you can concentrate fully and above all safely on accelerating. On the intermediate straights, the 160 hp of power ensure that the 1290 Super Adventure can also meet sporting requirements and is thus hardly surpassed in terms of universality.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1090 Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and a KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015 is about 4% higher. A KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 experiences a loss of 990 USD in one year and 490 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 500 USD and 1,190 USD for a KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2015. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 7. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure with 82 days compared to 101 days for the KTM 1090 Adventure. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure and 18 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure since model year 2015. The first review for the KTM 1090 Adventure was published on 10/12/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 8,100 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Adventure published on 8/19/2014.
