2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs 2024 BMW F 900GS

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

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

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
215 kg / 473.9 lbs
2024 BMW F 900GS 2024 BMW F 900GS

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
77 kW / 103 hp @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
219 kg / 482.8 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year2017 - 182024
Make ModelKTM 1290 Super Adventure SBMW F 900GS
Dimensions
Seat Height860 mm / 33.5 in870 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1560±15 mm / 61.4 in1590 mm / 62.6 in
Ground Clearance220 mm / 8.7 in-
Length-2270 mm / 89.4in
Width-943 mm / 37.1 in (incl. hand protectors)
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)-219
Dry Weight (kg)215-
Dry Weight215 kg / 473.9 lbs-
Fuel Capacity23 Litres / 6 US gal14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal
Wet Weight-219 kg / 482.8 lbs
Performance
Max Power118 kW / 160 hp @ 8750 rpm77 kW / 103 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque140 Nm / 103.7 lb-ft @ 6750rpm93 Nm / 68.6 lb-ft @ 6750 rpm
Engine
Displacement1301 cc / 79.3 cu-in895 cc / 54.6 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke108 x 71 mm86 x 77 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:113.1:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pumpLiquid cooled
Emissions-Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-5
Engine ManagementKeihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignition-
Fuel Induction2x Keihin EFI, 52mm throttle bodiesElectronic injection
IgnitionSystem contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustmentElectronic
LubricationForced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumps-
StarterEletricElectric
Valve Inspection Interval18,600 miles-
EV Specifics
Battery CapacityBattery: 12V 11.2AH12 V / 9 Ah, maintenance-free
Drivetrain
ClutchPASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operatedMultiple-disc wet clutch (anti hopping), mechanically operated
Final DriveChain 5/8 x 5/16" X RingEndless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
Gear Ratios-1st 2.833, 2nd 2.067, 3rd 1,600, 4th 1.308, 5th 1,103, 6th 0,968
Primary Drive Ratios40:761.821
Secondary Drive Ratio-2.765
Transmission / Drive6-speedClaw-shift 6-speed gearbox integrated in crankcase
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated Bridge-type frame, steel shell construction, load bearing engine
Suspension - FrontWP Semi-active Suspension USD ø 48 mm43mm Upside-down telescopic fork, rebound and compression damping adjustable
Suspension - RearShock absorber WP Semi-active Suspension PDS MonoshockAluminium double-sided swinging arm, directly linked WAD central spring strut, spring base and rebound damping adjustable (Optional equipment: sport suspension) (Option: Dynamic ESA)
Steering Head Angle64°62,0°
Trail-119.78 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Front200 mm / 7.9 in230 mm / 9.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear200 mm / 7.9 in215 mm / 8.5 in
Electrical Systems
Alternator-permanent magnetic alternator 416 W (nominal power)
Charging System450 watts max.-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm floating disc, Brembo four-piston brake calipers2 x 305mm floating discs, 2-piston floatingcalipers
Brakes - RearSingle 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston brake caliperSingle 265mm discs, single-piston floating caliper
ABSBosch 9ME combined ABS, incl. cornering ABS and offroad mode, disengageableBMW Motorrad ABS
Tyres - Front120/70-ZR1990/90 x 21
Tyres - Rear170/60-ZR17150/70 x R17
Wheels-Cross-spoke wheels
Wheels - Front-2.15″ x 21″
Wheels - Rear-4.25″ x 17"