2021 BMW R 1250RS vs 2025 KTM 890 Adventure R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2021 BMW R 1250RS 2021 BMW R 1250RS

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
136 hp / 100 kW @ 7750 rpm
Top Speed
201.2 km/h / 125.0 mph
Weight
535.7 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
CommentsAdjustable Windshield. 2 Ride Modes (Rain/Road). Automatic Stability Control.-
Year20212025
ColoursBlack Storm Metallic, Style Sport Yellow, Style Exclusive Blue-
Make ModelBMW R 1250RSKTM 890 Adventure R
Dimensions
Height (in.)49.4 inches-
Height (mm)1255 mm-
Length (in.)86.7 inches-
Length (mm)2202 mm-
Width (mm)925 mm-
Width (in.)36.4 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1530 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)60.2 inches-
Seat Height (mm)820 mm-
Seat Height (in.)32.3 inches-
Seat Height820 mm / 32.3 in OE low seat: 760 mm / 29.9 in OE sport seat: 840 mm / 33.0 in880 mm / 34.6 in
Wheelbase1530 mm / 60.2 in1528 mm / 60.2 in
Ground Clearance-263 mm / 10.4 in
Height1255 mm / 49.4 in minimum-
Length2202 mm / 86.6 in-
Width925 mm / 36.4 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)243.0 kg210
Wet Weight (lbs.)535.7 pounds-
Fuel Capacity (l)18.00 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)4.76 US gallons-
Fuel Capacity18 Litres / 4.7 US gal20 Litres / 5.3 US gal
Wet Weight243 kg / 535.7 lbs210 kg / 464 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)125.0 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)201.2 km/h-
Top Speed201.2 km/h / 125.0 mph-
Max Power136 hp / 100 kW @ 7750 rpm78.3 kW / 105 hp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque143 Nm / 105.4 lb-ft @ 6250 rpm100 Nm / 73.7 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine
Engine TypeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke-
Displacement (ci)76.52 cubic inches-
Displacement (cc)1254.0 cc-
CO2109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (in,)4.0 x 3.0 inches-
Fuel Reserve (gal.)1.06 US gallons-
Bore x Stroke (mm)102.0 x 76.0 mm-
Fuel Reserve (l)4.00 litres-
Displacement1254 cc / 76.5 cu-in889 cc / 54.3 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, with two overhead, spur gear driven camshafts , a counterbalance shaft and variable intake camshaft control system BMW ShiftCam, 4 valves per cylinder, Intake 40mm, outlet 34 mmFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system-
Bore x Stroke102.5 x 76 mm90.7 x 68.8 mm
Compression Ratio12.5:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid / Air cooledLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger
EmissionsClosed-loop three-way catalytic converter, compliant with Euro 5 emission standardEuro 5
Engine LubricationDry sump-
Engine ManagementDigital engine control: BMS-O with e-gasBosch EMS with RBW
Exhaust-Stainless-steel
Fuel Consumption4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)-
Fuel InductionElectronic intake pipe fuel injection, 52mm throttle valve DKK Dell'Orto with 46mm throttle body
Fuel Reserve4.00 litres / 1.06 US gallons-
Fuel TypeSuper petrol unleaded, octane number 95 (ROZ), adaptation through engine control (91 to 98 ROZ)-
Lubrication-Pressure lubrication with 2 oil pumps
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12 V / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchWet clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically activatedPASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Final DriveShaft45:16 Chain 520 X-Ring
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveConstant mesh39:75
Transmission / DriveConstant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gearing system6 Speed (quickshifter optional)
Chassis
Trail (in.)4.4 inches-
Trail (mm)111 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)5.5 inches-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)140 mm-
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)5.5 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)140 mm-
Frame TypeTwo-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame, load-bearing engineChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated
Suspension - FrontTelescopic Upside-Down fork; stanchion diameter 45 mm48mm Fully adjustable WP Xplor inverted forks
Suspension - RearCast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; WAD strut (travel- related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable at handwheelLinkage-free spring-preload adjustable WP Xplor PDS piggyback shock
Rake26.7°26.3°
Steering Angle62.3°-
Steering Head Angle-63.7°
Trail110.9 mm / 4.3 in-
Wheel Travel - Front140 mm / 5.5 in240 mm / 9.4 in
Wheel Travel - Rear140 mm / 5.5 in240 mm / 9.4 in
Electrical Systems
Lighting systemLED-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 320mm floating discs, 4-piston radial brake calipers2x 320mm discs with 4-piston radially mounted calipers
Brakes - RearSingle 276mm disc, 2-piston floating caliperSingle 260mm disc
ABSBMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part integral), disengageableBosch 9.3 MP incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode, disengageable
RimsCast aluminum-
Tyres - Front120/70 ZR1790/90 x 21 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
Tyres - Rear180/55 ZR17150/70 x 18 Continental Twinduro TKC 80
WheelsCast aluminium wheelsWire-spoked with aluminium rim
Wheels - Front3.50 x 17 in2.50 x 21
Wheels - Rear5.50 x 17 in4.50 x 18