Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023 have V-twin engines. However, the Pan America has a slightly smaller bore of 105 mm compared to the Super Adventure's 108 mm. The stroke of the Pan America is 72 mm, while the Super Adventure has a stroke of 71 mm. The Pan America has an engine power of 151.98 HP, while the Super Adventure has a slightly higher power of 160 HP. The torque of the Pan America is 128 Nm, while the Super Adventure has a higher torque of 138 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions. The Pan America has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1252 ccm, while the Super Adventure also has 2 cylinders but a larger displacement of 1301 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Pan America has a fork diameter of 47 mm and a travel of 191 mm, while the Super Adventure has a slightly larger fork diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 200 mm. Both motorcycles have compression, preload, and rebound adjustment for the front suspension. For the rear suspension, both motorcycles have swing arms and monoshock absorbers. The travel of the rear suspension is the same for both motorcycles at 191 mm, and they both have compression, preload, and rebound adjustment.

In terms of chassis, the Pan America has an aluminum frame with a double cradle design, while the Super Adventure has a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design. Both motorcycles have a rake of 65 degrees.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2022

In terms of brakes, both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front with Brembo brand. The Pan America does not specify the type of brakes, while the Super Adventure mentions that it has good brakes including cornering ABS.

In terms of assistance systems, both motorcycles have advanced rider assistance systems. The Pan America has ABS, electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. The Super Adventure has electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, radar cruise control, ride by wire, and traction control.

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 Pan America has a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Super Adventure does not specify the rear tire diameter. The wheelbase of the Pan America is 1585 mm, while the Super Adventure has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1560 mm. The seat height of the Pan America is 850 mm, while the Super Adventure has a slightly lower seat height of 849 mm. The dry weight of the Pan America with ABS is 242 kg, while the Super Adventure has a lower dry weight of 220 kg. The kerb weight of the Pan America with ABS is 258 kg, while the Super Adventure has a slightly higher kerb weight of 243 kg. The fuel tank capacity of the Pan America is 21.2 l, while the Super Adventure has a larger fuel tank capacity of 23 l. The range of the Pan America is 432 km, while the Super Adventure has a slightly lower range of 416 km. The combined fuel consumption of the Pan America is 4.9 l/100km, while the Super Adventure has a higher combined fuel consumption of 5.7 l/100km.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2023

In terms of equipment, both motorcycles have connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The Pan America has additional equipment such as Bluetooth, heated grips, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, and an adjustable windscreen. The Super Adventure has additional equipment such as a keyless system and an adjustable windscreen.

In terms of strengths, the Pan America has a sporty engine, comfortable seating position, extensive electronics, independent look, and standard cornering ABS and cornering TC. It also offers an optional seat lowering when stationary. The Super Adventure has a very sporty but also cultivated V2 power plant, extremely playful handling despite high weight, comfortable driving-friendly seating position, good brakes including cornering ABS, and a comprehensive electronics package. It also offers adaptive cruise control (ACC) and a clear, well-structured instrumentation with a huge 7-inch display.

In terms of weaknesses, the Pan America has reported issues with workmanship and haptics, and its quickshifter is an additional cost and not perfect. The Super Adventure has a gearshift assistant and other features that are at an additional cost, an idiosyncratic look, and a stiff seat bench.