2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs 2026 CFMoto 1000 MT-X

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
118 kW / 160 hp @ 8750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
217 kg / 478.4 lbs
2026 CFMoto 1000 MT-X 2026 CFMoto 1000 MT-X

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Power
82.8 kW / 111 hp @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
222 kg / 489.4 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year2017 - 182026
Make ModelKTM 1290 Super Adventure RCFMoto 1000 MT-X
Dimensions
Seat Height890 mm / 35 in871 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1580±15 mm / 62.2 in1524 mm / 60 in
Ground Clearance250 mm / 9.8 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)-222
Dry Weight (kg)217-
Dry Weight217 kg / 478.4 lbs-
Fuel Capacity23 Litres / 6 US gal22.5 Litres / 5.9 US gal
Wet Weight-222 kg / 489.4 lbs
Performance
Max Power118 kW / 160 hp @ 8750 rpm82.8 kW / 111 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque140 Nm / 103.7 lb-ft @ 6750rpm100.9 Nm / 77.4 lb-ft @626-speed 50 rpm
Engine
Displacement1301 cc / 79.3 cu-in946 cc / cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Bore x Stroke108 x 71 mm95.2 x 70.4 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:113.5:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pumpLiquid cooled
Engine ManagementKeihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignition-
Fuel Induction2x Keihin EFI w/ 52mm throttle bodiesBosch EFI
IgnitionSystem contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustmentElectronic
LubricationForced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumpsPressure lubrication with two oil pumps
StarterEletricElectric
Valve Inspection Interval18,600 miles-
EV Specifics
Battery CapacityBattery: 12V 11.2AH-
Drivetrain
ClutchPASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operatedWet multi-plate
Final DriveChain 5/8 x 5/16" X RingChain
Primary Drive Ratios40:76-
Transmission / Drive6-speed6-speed CF-SC slipper clutch
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated Tubular steel, aluminum swingarm
Suspension - Front48 mm WP fully adjustable USD forksKYB, φ48 upside down suspension, preload, compression and damping adjustable
Suspension - RearWP-PDS Monoshock fully adjustableKYB, multi-link rear suspension, preload, compression and rebound adjustable
Steering Head Angle64°-
Wheel Travel - Front220 mm / 8.6 in229 mm / 9 in
Wheel Travel - Rear220 mm / 8.6 in229 mm / 9 in
Electrical Systems
Charging System450 watts max.-
Instrumentation-8-inch curved TFT display, CFMOTO Ride App connectivity
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm floating disc, Brembo four-piston brake calipers2 x Φ320mm, four-piston caliper, Brembo
Brakes - RearSingle 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston brake caliperΦ240mm single disc, single-piston caliper, Brembo
ABSBosch 9ME combined ABS, incl. cornering ABS and offroad mode, disengageableBOSCH dual-channel ABS (rear ABS switchable)
Tyres - Front90/90-2190/90 R21 CST
Tyres - Rear150/70-ZR18150/70 R18 CST
Wheels-Wire-spoked rims
Wheels - FrontSpoked aluminum-
Wheels - RearSpoked aluminum-