KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs BMW S 1000 XR
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or BMW S 1000 XR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1290 Super Adventure S and S 1000 XR. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.74 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW S 1000 XR 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 S 1000 XR is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 170 bhp power. In terms of range, 1290 Super Adventure S provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and S 1000 XR has a  mileage of 20  Kmpl kmpl (base model). KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW S 1000 XR is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.
1290 Super Adventure S vs S 1000 XR
| Key Highlights | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | BMW S 1000 XR | 
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.22.74 Lakh | Rs.22.50 Lakh | 
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 999 cc | 
| Power | N/A | 170 bhp | 
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 20 kmpl | 
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Specifications Overview
| 1290 Super Adventure S specifications | S 1000 XR specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 25.83 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.56 Lakh Price Breakup | 
| User Rating | - | 4.3 | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 20 Litres | 
| Engine Displacement | 1301 cc | 999 cc | 
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| 1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | S 1000 XR Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS  | Dual Channel ABS  | 
| Front Wheel Size | 200  | - | 
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy  | 
| Front Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active  | USfronforks  | 
| Rear Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload  | Rear moNo-shock absorber  | 
| Front Tyre Size | 3.50 x 19  | 120/70 ZR17  | 
| Rear Tyre Size | 5.00 x 17  | 190/55 ZR17  | 
| Front Type | - | Dual Disc  | 
| Rear Disc/Drum Size | - | 220 mm | 
| Rear Type | - | Disc  | 
| Tyre Size Spare | No | No | 
Instrumentation
| 1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | S 1000 XR Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
| Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes | 
| Fuel level guage | 5.7 liters /100 km  | Digital  | 
| Tachometer | - | Digital  | 
| Speedometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Odometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
Exterior
| 1290 Super Adventure S Exterior | S 1000 XR Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
| LED headlight | - | Yes | 
Warranty
| 1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | S 1000 XR Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years  | 
Body & Suspension
| 1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | S 1000 XR Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | ||
| Images | ||
| Frame Type | - | Aluminium composite bridge frame  | 
Engine & Transmission
| 1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | S 1000 XR Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 999 cc | 
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75  | in-line 4-cylinder engine  | 
| No. of Cylinders | - | 4  | 
| No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4  | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual  | 
| Battery Capacity | - | 0.0864 kwh | 
| Top Speed | - | 253 kmph | 
| Bore x Stroke | 108 mm x 71 mm  | 80 X 49.7 mm  | 
| Charging Socket | - | No | 
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder  | Four Cylinder  | 
| Cooling type | - | Liquid Cooled  | 
| Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection  | 
| Max Power  | - | 170 bhp  | 
| Max Torque | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm  | 114Nm @ 9250rpm  | 
| Mileage (Claimed) | - | 20  kmpl | 
Comfort & Convenience
| 1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | S 1000 XR Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
| Console Type | Digital  | Digital  | 
| Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes | 
| Handle Type | - | Single bar  | 
| Instrument Console | Digital  | - | 
| Seat Style | - | Split  | 
| Side Stand Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Start Type | - | Self Start  | 
| USB Charger Port | - | Yes | 
Safety
| 1290 Super Adventure S Safety | S 1000 XR Safety | |
|---|---|---|
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | 
| Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | 
| Turn Signal | LED  | - | 
| ABS - Anti-lock braking system  | Yes | Yes | 
| Power Modes | - | No | 
| Slipper Clutch | - | Yes | 
| Traction Control System | - | Yes | 
Dimensions & Capacity
| 1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | S 1000 XR Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | - | 2183 mm | 
| Width | - | 940 mm | 
| Height | - | 1408 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 1557 mm | 1548 mm | 
| Ground Clearance | 223 mm | 160 mm | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity  | 23 Litres | 20 Litres | 
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4 Litres | 
| Body Type | - | Adventure  | 
| Seat Height | 849 mm | 850 mm | 
| Unladden/Kerb Weight | 220 kg | 226 kg | 
Entertainment & Communication
| 1290 Super Adventure S Entertainment & Communication | S 1000 XR Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
| MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes | 
Pros & Cons
| 1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | S 1000 XR Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW S 1000 XR
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 . S 1000 XR has Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System, Slipper Clutch.
Transmission
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission and S 1000 XR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a 23 Litres. BMW S 1000 XR has 1408 mm seat height and 20 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 S 1000 XR?
The on-road price of BMW S 1000 XR is Rs. 25.56 Lakh in New Delhi.
















