KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Tiger 1200
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or Triumph Tiger 1200? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1290 Super Adventure S and Tiger 1200. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price starts at Rs.22.74 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Triumph Tiger 1200 Price starts at Rs.19.39 Lakh (ex-showroom) for GT Pro Snowdonia White. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is N/A cylinder, 1301 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Triumph Tiger 1200 is a 3 cylinder, 1160 cc Engine can generate 148 bhp @ 9000 rpm power. In terms of range, 1290 Super Adventure S provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and Tiger 1200 has a  mileage of 19.6 kmpl (base model). KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Triumph Tiger 1200 is available in 4 colours & 9 variants.
1290 Super Adventure S vs Tiger 1200
| Key Highlights | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | Triumph Tiger 1200 | 
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.22.74 Lakh | Rs.19.39 Lakh | 
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1160 cc | 
| Power | N/A | 148 bhp @ 9000 rpm | 
| Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 19.6 kmpl | 
| + Add Bike 3 | 
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Specifications Overview
| 1290 Super Adventure S specifications | Tiger 1200 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 25.83 Lakh Price Breakup | 22.18 Lakh Price Breakup | 
| User Rating | - | 3.8 | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 Litres | 20 Litres | 
| Engine Displacement | 1301 cc | 1160 cc | 
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| 1290 Super Adventure S Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Tiger 1200 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS  | Dual Channel ABS  | 
| Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston  | 
| Front Disc Size | - | 320  | 
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 34  | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 32  | 
| Front Wheel Size | 200  | 19  | 
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42  | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42  | 
| Rear Wheel Size | - | 18  | 
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy  | 
| Front Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down 48 mm/ semi-active  | Showa 49mm  semi-active damping USD forks. 200mm travel  | 
| Rear Suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber/ semi-active electronically
regulated preload  | Showa semi-active damping monoshock  | 
| Front Tyre Size | 3.50 x 19  | 120/70 - R19  | 
Instrumentation
| 1290 Super Adventure S Instrumentation | Tiger 1200 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
| Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes | 
| 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 | Tiger 1200 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes | 
| LED headlight | - | Yes | 
Warranty
| 1290 Super Adventure S Warranty | Tiger 1200 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years/Unlimited Kms  | 
Body & Suspension
| 1290 Super Adventure S Body & Suspension | Tiger 1200 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | ||
| Images | ||
| Frame Type | - | Tubular Steel Frame  | 
Engine & Transmission
| 1290 Super Adventure S Engine & Transmission | Tiger 1200 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up  | 
| Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder  | 
| Engine Capacity | 1301 cc | 1160 cc | 
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder 4-stroke V 75  | Liquid-cooled& 12 valve& DOHC& inline 3-cylinder  | 
| No. of Cylinders | - | 3  | 
| No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4  | 
| Transmission Type | - | Manual  | 
| Top Speed | - | 220 kmph | 
| Bore x Stroke | 108 mm x 71 mm  | 90 mm x 60.7 mm  | 
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder  | Three Cylinder  | 
| Cooling type | - | Liquid Cooled  | 
| Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection  | 
| Max Power  | - | 148 bhp @ 9000 rpm  | 
| Max Torque | 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm  | 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm  | 
| Mileage (Claimed) | - | 19.6  kmpl | 
Comfort & Convenience
| 1290 Super Adventure S Comfort & Convenience | Tiger 1200 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 | - | 4  | 
| 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 | Tiger 1200 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 | - | 4  | 
| Slipper Clutch | - | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch  | 
| Traction Control System | - | Yes | 
Dimensions & Capacity
| 1290 Super Adventure S Dimensions & Capacity | Tiger 1200 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | - | 2245 mm | 
| Width | - | 849 mm | 
| Height | - | 1436 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 1557 mm | 1560 mm | 
| Ground Clearance | 223 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 | 245 kg | 
Entertainment & Communication
| 1290 Super Adventure S Entertainment & Communication | Tiger 1200 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|
| MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes | 
Pros & Cons
| 1290 Super Adventure S Pros & Cons | Tiger 1200 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Triumph Tiger 1200
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 . Tiger 1200 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S comes with 6 gears transmission and Tiger 1200 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a 23 Litres. Triumph Tiger 1200 has 1436 mm seat height and 20 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Triumph Tiger 1200 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. 25.83 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Triumph Tiger 1200?
The on-road price of Triumph Tiger 1200 is Rs. 22.18 Lakh in New Delhi.




















