2020 BMW F 850GS Adventure vs 2025 KTM 890 Adventure R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2020 BMW F 850GS Adventure 2020 BMW F 850GS Adventure

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Twin, four-stroke
Power
95 hp / 70.8 kW @ 8250 rpm OE output reduction 35 kW (48 hp) at 6,500 rpm OE RON91 unleaded regular fuel: 66 kW (90 hp) at 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
197.0 km/h
Weight
537.9 pounds
2025 KTM 890 Adventure R 2025 KTM 890 Adventure R

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
78.3 kW / 105 hp @ 8000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
210 kg / 464 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20202025
ColoursRallye Style, Exclusive Style, Ice Grey-
Make ModelBMW F 850GS AdventureKTM 890 Adventure R
Dimensions
Seat Heigth -Alternate (mm)890 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)62.7 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1593 mm-
Seat Heigth -Alternate (in.)35.0 inches-
Width (in.)37.0 inches-
Seat Height (mm)875 mm-
Seat Height (in.)34.4 inches-
Length (mm)2300 mm-
Length (in.)90.6 inches-
Width (mm)939 mm-
Height (mm)1437 mm-
Height (in.)56.6 inches-
Seat Height875 mm / 34.4 in SA low-slung: 815 mm / 32.0 in SA double seat low: 835 mm / 32.8 in SA double seat: 860 mm / 33.8 in SZ rally seat: 890 mm / 35.0 in880 mm / 34.6 in
Wheelbase1593 mm / 62.7 in1528 mm / 60.2 in
Ground Clearance-263 mm / 10.4 in
Height1437 mm / 56.5 in (excl mirrors)-
Length2300 mm / 90.5 in-
Width939 mm / 36.6 in (incl mirrors)-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (lbs.)537.9 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)6.08 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity (l)23.00 litres-
Wet Weight (kg)244.0 kg210
Fuel Capacity23 Litres / 6.0 US gal20 Litres / 5.3 US gal
Wet Weight 244 kg / 540 lbs210 kg / 464 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)122.4 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)197.0 km/h-
Max Power95 hp / 70.8 kW @ 8250 rpm OE output reduction 35 kW (48 hp) at 6,500 rpm OE RON91 unleaded regular fuel: 66 kW (90 hp) at 8,000 rpm78.3 kW / 105 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque92 Nm / 67.9 lb-ft @ 6250 rpm SA power reduction 63 Nm at 4,500 rpm SA ROZ91 Normal unleaded petrol: 86 Nm at 6,250 rpm100 Nm / 73.7 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.3 x 3.0 inches-
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke-
Displacement (ci)52.05 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)853.0 cc-
Fuel Reserve (l)3.50 litres-
Bore x Stroke (mm)84.0 x 77.0 mm-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)0.92 US gallons-
CO295.1 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Displacement853 cc / 52 ci-in889 cc / 54.3 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke84 x 77mm90.7 x 68.8 mm
Compression Ratio12.7:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4Euro 5
Engine LubricationDry sump-
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Exhaust-Stainless-steel
Fuel Consumption4.10 litres/100 km (24.4 km/l or 57.37 mpg)-
Fuel InductionElectronic intake injectionDKK Dell'Orto with 46mm throttle body
Fuel TypeUnleaded super, minimum octane number 95 (RON) OE unleaded regular fuel, minimum octane number 91 (RON)-
IgnitionKnock control and oxygen sensors. -
Lubrication-Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 10 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchMultiplate wet clutch (anti-hopping), mechanically controlledPASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Final DriveO-ring chain45:16 Chain 520 X-Ring
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub39:75
Transmission / DriveConstant-Mesh 6 speed6 Speed (quickshifter optional)
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)215 mm-
Trail (in.)5.0 inches-
Trail (mm)126 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)9.1 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)230 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)8.5 inches-
Frame TypeBridge-type steel frame in shell constructionChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - Front43 mm USD forks48mm Fully adjustable WP Xplor inverted forks
Suspension - RearAluminum double-sided swing arm, directly mounted, preload and rebound damping adjustable (Dynamic ESA)Linkage-free spring-preload adjustable WP Xplor PDS piggyback shock
Rake26.0°26.3°
Steering Head Angle62°63.7°
Wheel Travel - Front230 mm / 9.0 in (SA low-slung 210 mm)240 mm / 9.4 in
Wheel Travel - Rear215 mm / 8.4 in (SA low-slung 195 mm)240 mm / 9.4 in
Electrical Systems
AlternatorPermanent magnetic alternator 416 W (nominal power)-
Lighting systemLED headlamps-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 305 mm discs, 2 piston floating calipers2x 320mm discs with 4-piston radially mounted calipers
Brakes - RearSingle 265mm disc,1 piston floating caliperSingle 260mm disc
ABSBMW Motorrad ABS (switchable)Bosch 9.3 MP incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable
RimsCross spoke wheels-
Tyres - Front90/90-21 90/90 x 21 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
Tyres - Rear150/70 R17 150/70 x 18 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
Wheels-Wire-spoked with aluminium rim
Wheels - FrontCross-spoke 21 x 2.15 in2.50 x 21
Wheels - RearCross-spoke 17 x 4.25 in4.50 x 18