KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or BMW R 1250 GS Adventure? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1290 Super Adventure S and R 1250 GS Adventure. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.74 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Price starts at Rs.22.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is N/A cylinder, 1301 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is a 2 cylinder, 1254 cc Engine can generate 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of range, 1290 Super Adventure S provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and R 1250 GS Adventure has a  mileage of 14 kmpl (base model). KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours & 3 variants.
1290 Super Adventure S vs R 1250 GS Adventure
| Key Highlights | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure | 
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.22.74 Lakh | Rs.22.50 Lakh | 
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1254 cc | 
| Power | N/A | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 14 kmpl | 
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Specifications Overview
| 1290 Super Adventure S specifications | R 1250 GS Adventure specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 25.83 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.56 Lakh Price Breakup | 
| User Rating | - | 5.0 | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 30 Litres | 
| Engine Displacement | 1301 cc | 1254 cc | 
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| 1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 1250 GS Adventure Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS  | Dual Channel ABS  | 
| Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston  | 
| Front Disc Size | - | 305  | 
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36  | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36  | 
| Front Wheel Size | 200  | - | 
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42  | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42  | 
| Wheel Type | - | Spoke  | 
| Front Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active  | BMMotorraTeleleverstanchiodiamete1.(3mm)centrasprinstrut"  | 
| Rear Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload  | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever  | 
| Front Tyre Size | 3.50 x 19  | 120/70 - R19  | 
| Rear Tyre Size | 5.00 x 17  | 170/60 - R17  | 
Instrumentation
| 1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | R 1250 GS Adventure Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
| Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No | 
| Touch Screen Display | - | No | 
| Fuel level guage | 5.7 liters /100 km  | Yes | 
| Gear Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Tachometer | - | Digital  | 
| Speedometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Odometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
Exterior
| 1290 Super Adventure S Exterior | R 1250 GS Adventure Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes | 
| LED headlight | - | Yes | 
Warranty
| 1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | R 1250 GS Adventure Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years or Unlimited km  | 
Body & Suspension
| 1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | R 1250 GS Adventure Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | ||
| Images | ||
| Frame Type | - | Two-section frame& front- and bolted on rear frame& load-bearing engine  | 
Engine & Transmission
| 1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | R 1250 GS Adventure Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up  | 
| Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder  | 
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1254 cc | 
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75  | Air-Liquid Cooled& Twin Cylinder& DOHC& Boxer Engine  | 
| No. of Cylinders | - | 2  | 
| No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4  | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual  | 
| Battery Capacity | - | 0.144 kwh | 
| Top Speed | - | 200 kmph | 
| Bore x Stroke | 108 mm x 71 mm  | 102.5 mm x 76 mm  | 
| Charging Socket | - | No | 
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder  | Twin Cylinder  | 
| Cooling type | - | Air/Liquid Cooled  | 
| Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection  | 
| Max Power  | - | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm  | 
Comfort & Convenience
| 1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | R 1250 GS Adventure Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes | 
| Front Storage Box | - | No | 
| Geo Fencing | - | NO  | 
| Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Pillion Backrest | - | No | 
| Pillion Footrest | - | Yes | 
| Riding Modes | - | 3  | 
| Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Under Seat Storage | - | No | 
| GPS & Navigation | - | Yes | 
| Console Type | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes | 
Safety
| 1290 Super Adventure S Safety | R 1250 GS Adventure 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 | 
| Power Modes | - | 3  | 
| Slipper Clutch | - | Wet Multiplate  | 
| Traction Control System | - | Yes | 
Dimensions & Capacity
| 1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | R 1250 GS Adventure Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | - | 2270 mm | 
| Width | - | 980 mm | 
| Height | - | 1460 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 1557 mm | 1504 mm | 
| Ground Clearance | 223 mm | 185 mm | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity  | 23 Litres | 30 Litres | 
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.78 Litres | 
| Body Type | - | Adventure  | 
| Seat Height | 849 mm | 890 mm | 
| Unladden/Kerb Weight | 220 kg | 268 kg | 
Entertainment & Communication
| 1290 Super Adventure S Entertainment & Communication | R 1250 GS Adventure Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
| MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes | 
Pros & Cons
| 1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | R 1250 GS Adventure Pros & Cons | |
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| Cons | 
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Safety
1290 Super Adventure S comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . R 1250 GS Adventure has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission and R 1250 GS Adventure comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a 23 Litres. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has 1460 mm seat height and 30 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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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.
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure?
The on-road price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is Rs. 25.56 Lakh in New Delhi.
















