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

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
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 SCFMoto 1000 MT-X
Dimensions
Seat Height860 mm / 33.5 in871 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1560±15 mm / 61.4 in1524 mm / 60 in
Ground Clearance220 mm / 8.7 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)-222
Dry Weight (kg)215-
Dry Weight215 kg / 473.9 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, 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 - FrontWP Semi-active Suspension USD ø 48 mmKYB, φ48 upside down suspension, preload, compression and damping adjustable
Suspension - RearShock absorber WP Semi-active Suspension PDS MonoshockKYB, multi-link rear suspension, preload, compression and rebound adjustable
Steering Head Angle64°-
Wheel Travel - Front200 mm / 7.9 in229 mm / 9 in
Wheel Travel - Rear200 mm / 7.9 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 - Front120/70-ZR1990/90 R21 CST
Tyres - Rear170/60-ZR17150/70 R18 CST
Wheels-Wire-spoked rims