KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019
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The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is equipped with a V-twin engine that delivers a powerful 160 HP and 140 Nm of torque. Its engine type and displacement are different from the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019, which features an in-line twin engine with a displacement of 799 ccm. The 790 Adventure R has a lower engine power of 95 HP and torque of 88 Nm.
Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a 2-cylinder engine, while the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 also has a 2-cylinder engine.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks with a diameter of 48 mm. However, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 has a longer front suspension travel of 240 mm compared to the 200 mm on the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017. The rear suspension on both motorcycles is a swing arm with a monoshock, but the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 has a longer rear suspension travel of 240 mm compared to the 200 mm on the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound on the rear suspension, while the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 only offers preload adjustment.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017
Both motorcycles have a chromium-molybdenum frame, but the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 has a tubular frame that is load-bearing for the engine. The rake and trail measurements are different, with the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 having a rake of 64 degrees and a trail of 120 mm, while the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 has a rake of 63.7 degrees and a trail of 110.4 mm.
The braking system on both motorcycles consists of double disk brakes at the front. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 also has ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, but it does not have electronically adjustable suspension.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019
In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a front tire diameter of 19 inches, a rear tire width of 170 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1560 mm and a seat height of 860 mm. The dry weight, including ABS, is 215 kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches, a rear tire width of 150 mm, and a rear tire diameter of 18 inches. It has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1528 mm and a higher seat height of 880 mm. The dry weight, including ABS, is 189 kg, and it has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is praised for its powerful engine, precise handling, traction control, cornering ABS, easy-to-read TFT display, quickshifter, LED headlights with cornering lights, and off-road capability. The KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 is praised for its high chassis quality, great running culture of the engine, rich torque, perfectly dimensioned power, easy-to-read display, practical rally electronics package, and stability and maneuverability on the road.
As for weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is criticized for its high price and power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield. The KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 is noted to have the quickshifter not standard, a slightly fiddly indicator switch, and a seat that is a little more uncomfortable on long tours compared to the standard model.
Tehničke specifikacije KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 u odnosu na KTM 790 Adventure R 2019
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more than a sporty touring enduro - it is a sports machine that can also go on tours. The powerful 160 hp engine is not only extremely powerful, it is also very easy to operate and makes you want to ride sportily. The many electronic assistance systems such as traction control, semi-active chassis, various modes and cornering ABS also contribute to making you feel right at home on the 1290 Super Adventure S. Finally, the huge TFT display and other gadgets such as the Race-on system or My Ride are also quite convincing.
KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally able to draw on their full resources and show what they can do. The higher-quality chassis compensates for the disadvantages of the long suspension travel on the road, but scores points off-road with massive reserves. The surcharge is more than justified. The seat height will probably restrict the clientele somewhat.
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There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 and a KTM 790 Adventure R 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is about 20% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2019 there are more KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 26 compared to 8. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S with 68 days compared to 73 days for a KTM 790 Adventure R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and 9 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure R since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S was published on 10/12/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure R published on 10/6/2018.