KTM 1390 Super Duke R vs BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, KTM 1390 Super Duke R or BMW R 1250 GS Adventure? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between 1390 Super Duke R and R 1250 GS Adventure. KTM 1390 Super Duke R Price starts at Rs.22.97 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Price starts at Rs.22.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. KTM 1390 Super Duke R is N/A cylinder, 1350 cc Engine can generate 140 kW 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, 1390 Super Duke R provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and R 1250 GS Adventure has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model). KTM 1390 Super Duke R is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours & 3 variants.
1390 Super Duke R vs R 1250 GS Adventure
Key Highlights | KTM 1390 Super Duke R | BMW R 1250 GS Adventure |
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Price | Rs.22.97 Lakh | Rs.22.50 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1350 cc | 1254 cc |
Power | 140 kW | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Mileage/Range | N/A km/charge | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
1390 Super Duke R specifications | R 1250 GS Adventure specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 26.09 Lakh Price Breakup | 25.56 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.2 | 5.0 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.5 Litres | 30 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1350 cc | 1254 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
1390 Super Duke R Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 1250 GS Adventure Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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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 | 3.50 17 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42 |
Rear Wheel Size | 6.00 17 | - |
Wheel Type | Cast aluminium wheels | Spoke |
Front Suspension | WP APEX-USD 48 mm& semi-active (Gen 3) | BMMotorraTeleleverstanchiodiamete1.(3mm)centrasprinstrut" |
Rear Suspension | WP APEX-linkage shock | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
Front Tyre Size | - | 120/70 - R19 |
Instrumentation
1390 Super Duke R Instrumentation | R 1250 GS Adventure Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | No |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | - | Yes |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | - | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
1390 Super Duke R Exterior | R 1250 GS Adventure Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Warranty
1390 Super Duke R Warranty | R 1250 GS Adventure Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
1390 Super Duke R Body & Suspension | R 1250 GS Adventure Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Chrome-moly tubular space frame& powder-coated | Two-section frame& front- and bolted on rear frame& load-bearing engine |
Engine & Transmission
1390 Super Duke R Engine & Transmission | R 1250 GS Adventure Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1350 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Type | 2-cylinder& 4-stroke& V 75 degree | Air-Liquid Cooled& Twin Cylinder& DOHC& Boxer Engine |
No. of Cylinders | - | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | - | 0.144 kwh |
Top Speed | - | 200 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 110 X 71 mm | 102.5 mm x 76 mm |
Charging Socket | - | No |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Liquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger | Air/Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | - | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 140 kW | 134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
1390 Super Duke R Comfort & Convenience | R 1250 GS Adventure Comfort & Convenience | |
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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
1390 Super Duke R Safety | R 1250 GS Adventure 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 |
Power Modes | - | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | PASC (TM) slipper clutch& hydraulically actuated | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
1390 Super Duke R Dimensions & Capacity | R 1250 GS Adventure Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 2270 mm |
Width | - | 980 mm |
Height | - | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase | 1491 mm | 1504 mm |
Ground Clearance | 149 mm | 185 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.5 Litres | 30 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.78 Litres |
Body Type | Sports | Adventure |
Seat Height | 834 mm | 890 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 268 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
1390 Super Duke R Entertainment & Communication | R 1250 GS Adventure Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | Yes |
Pros & Cons
1390 Super Duke R Pros & Cons | R 1250 GS Adventure Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of KTM 1390 Super Duke R and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
Safety
1390 Super Duke R 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 Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
KTM 1390 Super Duke R comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R 1250 GS Adventure comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
KTM 1390 Super Duke R has a 17.5 Litres. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure has 1460 mm seat height and 30 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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KTM 1390 Super Duke R and BMW R 1250 GS Adventure FAQs
What is the on-road price of KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
The on-road price of KTM 1390 Super Duke R is Rs. 26.09 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.