KTM 890 Adventure R vs BMW F 850 GS Adventure

KTM 890 Adventure R

₹15.80 Lakh*

BMW F 850 GS Adventure

₹13.75 Lakh*

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Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height	Compare
KTM 890 Adventure R ₹15.80 Lakh*	889 cc	105 bhp @ 8000 rpm	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	-	196 kg	880 mm
Triumph Tiger 900 ₹14.40 - ₹16.55 Lakh*	888 cc	106.5 bhp @ 9500 rpm	90 Nm @ 6850 rpm	25.67 kmpl	219 kg	820 mm	890 Adventure R vs Tiger 900
Kawasaki Versys 1100 ₹13.89 Lakh*	1099 cc	99.0 bhp @ 9000 rpm	112.0 Nm @ 7600 rpm	-	257 kg	820 mm	890 Adventure R vs Versys 1100
Harley-Davidson Sportster S ₹16.70 Lakh*	1252 cc	120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm	125 Nm @ 6000 rpm	20 kmpl	225 kg	765 mm	890 Adventure R vs Sportster S
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 ₹13.84 - ₹17.99 Lakh*	1200 cc	103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm	112 Nm @ 4250 rpm	-	217 kg	810 mm	890 Adventure R vs Speed Twin 1200
BMW F 850 GS ₹12.95 Lakh*	853 cc	93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm	92 Nm @ 6250 rpm	24.4 kmpl	233 kg	860 mm	890 Adventure R vs F 850 GS
Indian Motorcycle 101 Scout ₹15.99 Lakh*	1250 cc	111 bhp	109Nm @ 6300 rpm	50 kmpl	249 kg	680 mm	890 Adventure R vs 101 Scout
Indian Motorcycle Super Scout ₹16.15 Lakh*	1250 cc	111 bhp	109Nm @ 6300 rpm	50 kmpl	249 kg	680 mm	890 Adventure R vs Super Scout

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
Front Disc Size	320	305
Front Wheel Size	R21	R12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size	R18	R17
Wheel Type	Spoke	Spoke
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD	Upside-dowtelescopifork4mm
Rear Suspension	WP Xplor PDS shock absorber	Cast aluminium dual swing arm& central WAD spring strut&
Front Tyre Size	90/90 R21	90/90 R21
Rear Tyre Size	150/70 R18	150/70 R17
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	260 mm	265 mm
Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	42
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	36
Tubeless Tyres	Data Not Available

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
Engine Capacity	889 cc	853 cc
Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Parallel Twin	Data Not Available
No. of Cylinders	2	2
No. of valves per cylinder	2	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Bore x Stroke	90.7 mm x 68.8 mm	84 mm x 77 mm
Configuration	DOHC	Data Not Available
Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Electronic Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Max Power	105 bhp @ 8000 rpm	93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Max Torque	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	92 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
Top Speed	Data Not Available	197 kmph
Mileage (Claimed)	Data Not Available	24.4 kmpl

Pros	Powerful 889cc engine delivers strong performance Top-tier off-road hardware with WP suspension and high ground clearance Loaded with rider aids including traction control and multiple ride modes Excellent long-distance capability with large fuel tank	Strong 853cc twin engine (95 hp, 92 Nm) offers smooth and usable performance Excellent touring ability with large 23-litre fuel tank and wind protection Proper off-road capability with 21-inch front wheel and long-travel suspension Premium electronics - TFT display, ride modes, traction control, ABS Plush ride quality that handles bad roads with ease
Cons	Tall and demanding for inexperienced riders Weight noticeable in city riding and tight conditions Ride quality can feel stiff on regular roads Expensive ownership and limited accessibility for beginners	Heavy (240+ kg), especially with full fuel tank Expensive to buy and maintain Not very city-friendly due to size and height Gearbox can feel slightly notchy/stiff Not as powerful as bigger GS models

Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight