BMW S 1000 XR 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

BMW S 1000 XR 2021

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
Visão geral - BMW S 1000 XR 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
The BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 are both sport touring motorcycles that offer powerful performance and advanced features.
Starting with the BMW S 1000 XR 2021, it is equipped with an inline four-cylinder engine that delivers 165 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque. The transmission is a chain drive, and it has a displacement of 999cc. The suspension consists of a telescopic fork at the front with 150mm of travel and adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The rear suspension is a swingarm with a monoshock and also offers 150mm of travel. The frame is made of aluminum, and it has a dual-tube design that supports the engine. The front brakes are dual discs with radial technology, and it comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, ABS for curves, cruise control, and traction control. The tire dimensions are 120mm wide at the front and 190mm wide at the rear, both with a 17-inch diameter. The wheelbase is 1552mm, and the seat height is 840mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters and features LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, TFT display, and adjustable windshield.

BMW S 1000 XR 2021
On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 is powered by a V-twin engine that produces 175 horsepower and 141 Nm of torque. It also has a chain drive transmission and a displacement of 1301cc. The front suspension consists of a telescopic fork with 125mm of travel and adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings. The rear suspension is a single swingarm with a monoshock and offers 156mm of travel. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum, and it has a tubular design. The front brakes are dual discs with radial and monoblock technology. It comes with ABS and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems. The tire dimensions are the same as the BMW S 1000 XR, with a 120mm width at the front and a 190mm width at the rear, both with a 17-inch diameter. The wheelbase is slightly shorter at 1482mm, and the seat height is 835mm. It has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 liters and features an adjustable windshield.
In terms of strengths, the BMW S 1000 XR 2021 offers modes that change the response behavior for practical use, an excellent four-cylinder engine with a wide usable range of RPMs, a well-balanced vehicle even with a passenger thanks to the electronic chassis with automatic load recognition, and good brakes. On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 has a powerful and confident engine, exemplary agility, a 6.5-inch color TFT display, luxurious standard equipment, precise semi-active chassis, superb Quickshifter Plus, and practical saddlebag system.

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
However, the BMW S 1000 XR 2021 has some weaknesses, including a slightly narrow knee angle for tall riders on long journeys, suspension damping that is not sensitive enough for a truly comfortable setup, and high fuel consumption. The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 also has a relatively high fuel consumption and may not appeal to everyone with its polarizing optics.
In conclusion, both the BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 offer powerful performance and advanced features. The BMW excels in its practicality and well-balanced design, while the KTM stands out with its agility and luxurious equipment. The choice between the two would depend on individual preferences and priorities.
Especificações técnicas BMW S 1000 XR 2021 em comparação com KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020
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BMW S 1000 XR 2021

A BMW S 1000 XR oferece uma agradável moto de turismo com base numa moto super desportiva. Parece um compromisso - mas é um desenvolvimento perfeito. A mota é prática e madura. A proteção contra o vento e as intempéries é muito boa, a integração a partir do telemóvel é bem testada e intuitiva e o motor é simplesmente sempre um prazer de conduzir. O chassis adapta-se bem às condições de carga, mas nunca se torna sensível e é realmente confortável. O conforto do assento é bom, mas o ângulo dos joelhos torna-se um pouco agudo em viagens longas. No entanto, esta é uma excelente moto para quem gosta de andar desportivamente, mas também para quem gosta de ir longe.
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020

Precisa de 175 cv ou mesmo de controlo de arranque numa moto de turismo? Claro que não. É divertida? Sem dúvida! Embora a Super Duke GT não consiga esconder os seus genes e seja inegavelmente uma Duke em termos de agilidade e potência em curva, apesar dos seus 209 kg de peso a seco, ainda é possível passear de forma descontraída, assumindo sempre uma certa "maturidade" com estes dados de desempenho, claro. Porque ao contrário da Super Duke R ou mesmo de uma 890 Duke R, não me sugere constantemente a faca entre os dentes, mas sim uma sensação de soberania, livremente de acordo com o lema "eu posso, mas não preciso". E tudo isto vem equipado de série, como seria de esperar de uma moto que custa 22.499 euros na Áustria ou 19.053 euros na Alemanha.
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado BMW S 1000 XR vs KTM 1290 Super Duke GT
There are a few key differences between a BMW S 1000 XR 2021 and a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW S 1000 XR 2021 is about 35% higher. A BMW S 1000 XR 2021 experiences a loss of 760 EUR in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1 630 EUR for a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke GT 2020 there are more BMW S 1000 XR 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 13 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a BMW S 1000 XR with 71 days compared to 104 days for a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 40 reviews for the BMW S 1000 XR and 22 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke GT since model year 2016. The first review for the BMW S 1000 XR was published on 21/10/2014 and now has more than 16 000 views. This compares to more than 23 600 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Duke GT published on 17/11/2015.