BMW F 850 GS 2019 vs. KTM 690 Duke 2016
BMW F 850 GS 2019
KTM 690 Duke 2016
Overview - BMW F 850 GS 2019 vs KTM 690 Duke 2016
BMW F 850 GS 2019
KTM 690 Duke 2016
Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS 2019 compared to KTM 690 Duke 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
BMW F 850 GS 2019
The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.
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KTM 690 Duke 2016
It is unbelievable how cultivated KTM has developed the single-cylinder without sacrificing performance. It can be considered a stroke of genius that, within the framework of the EURO4 standard, the engine's running culture was raised while at the same time increasing power. The flat torque curve is responsible for the smooth, powerful propulsion. From 4000 revs, the Duke pushes hard and revs up to 8500 revs. Even at low revs, the engine does not stutter or swallow, which is an advantage in the city. The Duke's greatest strength, apart from its rideability, is its manoeuvrability, which is why it can confidently be called a toy. It's only when you're on the racetrack and attacking hard that you wish you had the "R" under your bum.
