KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
Vue d’ensemble - KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
The KTM 1190 Adventure model year 2014 and the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure model year 2019 are both enduro motorcycles that offer a combination of sportiness and comfort.
In terms of engine specifications, the KTM 1190 Adventure has a larger bore of 105 mm compared to the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure's 102.5 mm. However, the BMW has a longer stroke of 76 mm compared to the KTM's 69 mm. The KTM also has a higher engine power of 150 HP compared to the BMW's 136 HP. However, the BMW has a higher torque of 143 Nm compared to the KTM's 125 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and 2 cylinders. The KTM has a displacement of 1195 ccm, while the BMW has a displacement of 1254 ccm.
In terms of suspension, the KTM 1190 Adventure has an upside-down telescopic fork at the front, while the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a telelever front suspension.

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014
In terms of chassis, the KTM 1190 Adventure has a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has a steel frame. The BMW also has a load-bearing engine frame type, which provides additional stability.
Both motorcycles have advanced rider assistance systems. The KTM 1190 Adventure has ride by wire technology, while the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire width of 170 mm. The KTM has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the BMW has a wheelbase of 1504 mm. The KTM has a seat height of 860 mm, while the BMW has a seat height of 890 mm. The BMW also has a larger fuel tank capacity of 30 liters, compared to the KTM's 23 liters.
The KTM 1190 Adventure has strengths such as a smooth gearbox, powerful and controllable engine, excellent seating position, manageable chassis, sophisticated electronics, and lean angle ABS. However, it has weaknesses such as engine jerking below 3000 revs and a less independent appearance compared to its predecessor.
On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has strengths such as great ride comfort, extreme range, good ergonomics, excellent weather protection, bulbous torque, clean response, and generally good rideability due to its low center of gravity. It also offers customization options. However, it has weaknesses such as high weight noticeable in the braking zone and a high price.
Caractéristiques techniques KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 par rapport à BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

Avec aucune autre moto "à tout faire", on ne sera aussi rapide. Elle est imbattable, en particulier sur les routes de montagne étroites, mais elle est aussi un compagnon agréable pour les trajets quotidiens vers le travail.
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019

L'arme polyvalente de Bavière, qui supporte sans problème les sorties off-road les plus ambitieuses. Grâce à un débattement supplémentaire de 2 centimètres et à 10 litres de carburant en plus dans le réservoir, aucun tour n'est trop loin et aucun défi trop grand pour elle. Le centre de gravité relativement bas aide à la maniabilité et le moteur plus puissant la rapproche beaucoup plus de la R 1250 GS normale en termes de dynamique de conduite. Dans la nouvelle génération de modèles 1250, elle offre non seulement un moteur retravaillé qui apporte une conduite encore meilleure, mais aussi un plus en matière d'équipement de série et de sécurité. Mais le concurrent le plus redoutable pour l'Adventure se cache malgré tout dans sa propre maison, car même la GS traditionnelle, moins chère, est déjà un talent universel raffiné.
Comparaison des prix Prix moyen du marché KTM 1190 Adventure vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 is about 111% higher. A KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 experiences a loss of 680 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 770 USD for a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2019 there are less KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 20 compared to 24. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS Adventure with 51 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 30 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure since model year 2019. 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 43,300 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS Adventure published on 11/6/2018.