KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs BMW R 1300 GS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or BMW R 1300 GS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1290 Super Adventure S and R 1300 GS. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.75 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R 1300 GS Price starts at Rs.21.20 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 1300 GS is a 2 cylinder, 1300 cc Engine can generate 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of range, 1290 Super Adventure S provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and R 1300 GS has a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model). KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW R 1300 GS is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.
1290 Super Adventure S vs R 1300 GS
Key Highlights | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | BMW R 1300 GS |
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Price | Rs.22.75 Lakh | Rs.21.20 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1300 cc |
Power | N/A | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 21 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
1290 Super Adventure S specifications | R 1300 GS specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 25.84 Lakh Price Breakup | 24.08 Lakh Price Breakup |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 19 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1301 cc | 1300 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 1300 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Front Wheel Size | 200 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Wheel Type | - | Alloy |
Front Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active | Central Shock Absorber |
Rear Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload | Single-sided Swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 3.50 x 19 | 120/70 - R19 |
Rear Tyre Size | 5.00 x 17 | 170/60 - R17 |
Front Type | - | Disc |
Rear Type | - | Disc |
Tubeless Tyres | - | Yes |
Tyre Size Spare | No | No |
Instrumentation
1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | R 1300 GS Instrumentation | |
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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
1290 Super Adventure S Exterior | R 1300 GS Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
Warranty
1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | R 1300 GS Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 3 Year |
Body & Suspension
1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | R 1300 GS Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Two-part frame consisting of main frame bolted rear frame |
Engine & Transmission
1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | R 1300 GS Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | CDI |
Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75 | Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder
four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead
chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels |
No. of Cylinders | - | 2 |
Transmission Type | - | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.12 kwh |
Top Speed | - | 255 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 108 mm x 71 mm | 106.5 x 73 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | - | Air/Liquid Cooled |
Max Power | - | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Max Torque | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Mileage (Claimed) | - | 21 kmpl |
Motor Power | 118 kW (160 hp) @ 9000 rpm | - |
Comfort & Convenience
1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | R 1300 GS Comfort & Convenience | |
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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
1290 Super Adventure S Safety | R 1300 GS Safety | |
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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
1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | R 1300 GS Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2212 mm |
Width | - | 1000 mm |
Height | - | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase | 1557 mm | 1518 mm |
Ground Clearance | 223 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 19 Litres |
Body Type | - | Adventure bike |
Seat Height | 849 mm | 850 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 220 kg | 237 kg |
Pros & Cons
1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | R 1300 GS Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R 1300 GS
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 1300 GS has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Traction Control System, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .
Transmission
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission and R 1300 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a 23 Litres. BMW R 1300 GS has 1406 mm seat height and 19 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R 1300 GS FAQs
What is the on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The on-road price of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is Rs. 25.84 Lakh in New Delhi.
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.