KTM 1190 Adventure 2013 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

The KTM 1190 Adventure model year 2013 and the KTM 890 Adventure R model year 2023 are both enduro motorcycles with their own unique features and specifications.

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2013 has a larger bore of 105 mm compared to the 90.7 mm bore of the KTM 890 Adventure R 2023. The stroke of the 1190 Adventure is 69 mm, while the 890 Adventure R has a stroke of 68.8 mm. The engine power of the 1190 Adventure is higher at 150 HP compared to the 105 HP of the 890 Adventure R. However, the torque of the 890 Adventure R is slightly lower at 100 Nm compared to the 125 Nm of the 1190 Adventure. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and chain transmission. They both have 2 cylinders, but the displacement of the 1190 Adventure is larger at 1195 ccm compared to the 889 ccm of the 890 Adventure R.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension, branded by WP. The rear suspension is also branded by WP for both models.

KTM 1190 Adventure 2013

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a chromium-molybdenum frame. However, the frame type of the 890 Adventure R is described as tubular and load-bearing engine, while the 1190 Adventure has a tubular frame type.

In terms of assistance systems, the 890 Adventure R has more advanced rider assistance systems compared to the 1190 Adventure. The 890 Adventure R has ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, and traction control. The 1190 Adventure only has ride by wire.

KTM 890 Adventure R 2023

In terms of dimensions and weights, the 890 Adventure R has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the 19-inch front tire diameter of the 1190 Adventure. The rear tire width of the 890 Adventure R is smaller at 150 mm compared to the 170 mm of the 1190 Adventure. The rear tire diameter of the 890 Adventure R is also smaller at 18 inches compared to the 17-inch rear tire diameter of the 1190 Adventure. The wheelbase of the 890 Adventure R is slightly smaller at 1528 mm compared to the 1560 mm of the 1190 Adventure. The seat height of the 890 Adventure R is higher at 880 mm compared to the 860 mm of the 1190 Adventure. The fuel tank capacity of the 1190 Adventure is larger at 23 liters compared to the 20 liters of the 890 Adventure R.

In terms of strengths, the 1190 Adventure 2013 is praised for its ABS/MSC control, top chassis, and lively engine. On the other hand, the 890 Adventure R 2023 is praised for its off-road capable chassis, harmonious ergonomics (especially for tall pilots), agile handling, powerful engine, comprehensive electronics package, cornering ABS including an off-road mode standard, finely controllable brakes, and traction control depending on lean angle.

In terms of weaknesses, the 1190 Adventure 2013 is criticized for its consumption and windbreak. The 890 Adventure R 2023 is criticized for its standard seat being rather hard padded, the seat height being challenging for small riders, and useful features such as Quickshifter+ being at an extra cost.