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.22.75 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 |
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Price | Rs.22.75 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 | |
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On Road Price | 25.84 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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | S 1000 XR Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years |
Body & Suspension
1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | S 1000 XR Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Aluminium composite bridge frame |
Engine & Transmission
1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | S 1000 XR Engine & Transmission | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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 | |
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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), Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
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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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW S 1000 XR 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 S 1000 XR?
The on-road price of BMW S 1000 XR is Rs. 25.56 Lakh in New Delhi.