KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 vs. BMW S 1000 XR 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2021
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 vs BMW S 1000 XR 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

BMW S 1000 XR 2021
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018 compared to BMW S 1000 XR 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2018

With generous standard equipment, a retuned engine and unmistakably edgy KTM design, the 1290 Super Duke GT aims to enter the sport touring segment. With rideable performance and the full power of the naked bike in the spirit of the "Ready-to-Race" credo, it stands out from the competition not only visually. The mattighofen sports fanatics even fit heated grips and cruise control to offer frequent riders a nice spot. Somehow they still manage to remain credible and to trigger storms of enthusiasm in the rider.
BMW S 1000 XR 2021

The BMW S 1000 XR offers a pleasant touring motorbike on the basis of a super sports bike. Sounds like a compromise - but rides like a spot-on development. The motorbike is practical and mature. Wind and weather protection are very good, integration from the mobile phone is well tested and intuitive, and the engine is simply always a joy to ride. The chassis adapts well to the load condition, but it never becomes sensitive and really comfortable. The seat comfort is good, but the knee angle becomes a bit acute on long tours. Nevertheless, this is a great motorbike that you like to ride sportily, but also very far.