BMW R 1300 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 1300 GS or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 1300 GS and 1290 Super Adventure S. BMW R 1300 GS Price starts at Rs.21.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.74 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R 1300 GS is 2 cylinder, 1300 cc Engine can generate 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm power whereas KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is a N/A cylinder, 1301 cc Engine can generate N/A power. In terms of mileage, R 1300 GS provides a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model), and 1290 Super Adventure S has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). BMW R 1300 GS is available in 4 colours & 2 variants whereas KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
R 1300 GS vs 1290 Super Adventure S
| Key Highlights | BMW R 1300 GS | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | 
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.21.20 Lakh | Rs.22.74 Lakh | 
| Engine Capacity | 1300 cc | 1301 cc | 
| Power | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm | N/A | 
| Mileage/Range | 21 kmpl | N/A km/charge | 
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Specifications Overview
| R 1300 GS specifications | 1290 Super Adventure S specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 24.08 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.83 Lakh Price Breakup | 
| Transmission Type | Manual | - | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 Litres | 23 Litres | 
| Engine Displacement | 1300 cc | 1301 cc | 
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 1300 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | 1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS  | Dual Channel ABS  | 
| Front Wheel Size | - | 200  | 
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | - | 
| Wheel Type | Alloy  | - | 
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber  | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active  | 
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm  | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload  | 
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19  | 3.50 x 19  | 
| Rear Tyre Size | 170/60 - R17  | 5.00 x 17  | 
| Front Type | Disc  | - | 
| Rear Type | Disc  | - | 
| Tubeless Tyres | Yes | - | 
| Tyre Size Spare | No | No | 
Instrumentation
| R 1300 GS Instrumentation | 1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
| Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes | 
| Fuel level guage | - | 5.7 liters /100 km  | 
| Gear Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Tachometer | Digital  | - | 
| Speedometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Odometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
Exterior
| R 1300 GS Exterior | 1290 Super Adventure S Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - | 
Warranty
| R 1300 GS Warranty | 1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | 3 Year  | - | 
Body & Suspension
| R 1300 GS Body & Suspension | 1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | ||
| Images | ||
| Frame Type | Two-part frame consisting of main frame bolted rear frame  | - | 
Engine & Transmission
| R 1300 GS Engine & Transmission | 1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up  | - | 
| Ignition | CDI  | - | 
| Engine Capacity | 1300 cc | 1301 cc | 
| Engine Type | Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder
four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead
chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels  | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75  | 
| No. of Cylinders | 2  | - | 
| Transmission Type | Manual  | - | 
| Battery Capacity | 0.12 kwh | - | 
| Top Speed | 255 kmph | - | 
| Bore x Stroke | 106.5 x 73 mm  | 108 mm x 71 mm  | 
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder  | Twin Cylinder  | 
| Cooling type | Air/Liquid Cooled  | - | 
| Max Power  | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm  | - | 
| Max Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm  | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm  | 
| Mileage (Claimed) | 21  kmpl | - | 
| Motor Power | - | 118 kW (160 hp) @ 9000 rpm  | 
Comfort & Convenience
| R 1300 GS Comfort & Convenience | 1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - | 
| Front Storage Box | No | - | 
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Pillion Backrest | No | - | 
| Pillion Footrest | Yes | - | 
| Riding Modes | Eco Rain Road Enduro  | - | 
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Under Seat Storage | No | - | 
| GPS & Navigation | Yes | - | 
| Console Type | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - | 
| Instrument Console | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Start Type | Electric start  | - | 
| USB Charger Port | Yes | - | 
Safety
| R 1300 GS Safety | 1290 Super Adventure S Safety | |
|---|---|---|
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | 
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - | 
| Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | - | 
| Radial Tyres | Yes | - | 
| Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | 
| Pass Light | Yes | - | 
| Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - | 
| Turn Signal | LED  | LED  | 
| ABS - Anti-lock braking system  | Yes | Yes | 
| Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch  | - | 
| Traction Control System | Yes | - | 
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 1300 GS Dimensions & Capacity | 1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2212 mm | - | 
| Width | 1000 mm | - | 
| Height | 1406 mm | - | 
| Wheelbase | 1518 mm | 1557 mm | 
| Ground Clearance | - | 223 mm | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity  | 19 Litres | 23 Litres | 
| Body Type | Adventure bike  | - | 
| Seat Height | 850 mm | 849 mm | 
| Unladden/Kerb Weight | 237 kg | 220 kg | 
Pros & Cons
| R 1300 GS Pros & Cons | 1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Pros | 
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| Cons | 
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 1300 GS and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Safety
R 1300 GS comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. 1290 Super Adventure S has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
BMW R 1300 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 1300 GS has a 19 Litres fuel tank with 1406 mm seat height. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has seat height and 23 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 1300 GS and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS?
The on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS is Rs. 24.08 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is Rs. 25.83 Lakh in New Delhi.


















