KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2019
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 are both powerful and capable enduro motorcycles.
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers 160 HP of power and 138 Nm of torque. It has a displacement of 1301 ccm and features a chain transmission. The bike has a chromium-molybdenum frame and a tubular frame type. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork with a diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. The bike has double disk brakes at the front and advanced rider assistance systems such as electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and traction control. It has a 19-inch front tire diameter, a 170 mm rear tire width, a 17-inch rear tire diameter, a wheelbase of 1560 mm, and a seat height ranging from 849 mm to 869 mm. The bike weighs 243 kg (with ABS) and has a fuel tank capacity of 23 liters. Additional equipment includes cornering lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen.
On the other hand, the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is equipped with a boxer engine that delivers 136 HP of power and 143 Nm of torque. It has a displacement of 1254 ccm and features a prop shaft transmission. The bike has a steel frame and a load-bearing engine frame type. The front suspension is a telelever with a diameter of 37 mm and a travel of 190 mm. The rear suspension is a single swing arm with a monoshock and a travel of 200 mm. The bike has double disk brakes at the front and advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, anti-slipping control, riding modes, and ride by wire. It has a 19-inch front tire diameter, a 170 mm rear tire width, a 17-inch rear tire diameter, a wheelbase of 1525 mm, and a seat height ranging from 850 mm to 870 mm. The bike weighs 249 kg (with ABS) and has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters. Additional equipment includes LED headlights and an adjustable windscreen.
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 has a very sporty and cultivated V2 power plant, offering a powerful and enjoyable riding experience. Despite its high weight, the bike has accessible handling and a comfortable, driving-friendly seating position. It also features good brakes with cornering ABS and a comprehensive electronics package, including riding modes, cruise control, and traction control. The bike has a clear and well-structured instrumentation with a large 7-inch display, providing the rider with all the necessary information.
The BMW R 1250 GS 2019, on the other hand, has an extremely high-torque boxer engine that delivers a good sound and a thrilling riding experience. The bike offers a comfortable seating position, making it suitable for long distances. It also has stable braking performance and good weather protection. The BMW comes with a color TFT display as standard and features LED headlights, providing improved visibility.
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 has a somewhat sluggish turn-in behavior in bends. Additionally, the bike's package design and pricing policy may be seen as opaque by some. The quality of the dashboards and switches also does not feel very high.
The BMW R 1250 GS 2019 has manageable standard equipment, with a long surcharge list for additional features. The bike's appearance may be seen as jagged with little elegance.
In conclusion, both the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 and the BMW R 1250 GS 2019 are powerful and capable enduro motorcycles. The KTM offers a sportier and more cultivated power plant, while the BMW provides an extremely high-torque boxer engine. The KTM has a more comprehensive electronics package and a larger display, while the BMW offers a comfortable seating position and good weather protection. Each bike has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the two will ultimately depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021
All in all, the long-distance capable KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is made for a trip for two, whereby the rider hardly ever has to think about where it is going. It likes motorway sections, fast country road passages or winding mountain passes in the tightest of corners just as much as unpaved roads with the occasional rough gravel section, where it is primarily the rider or their routine that decides how far they can go. The handling, which is improved compared to the predecessor due to the lower tank (and thus centre of gravity), also scores points here. The electronic chassis copes perfectly with the changing surfaces of a journey and always conveys transparency, the engine sovereignty in every situation. Ready to race - or also: Ready for long-distance racing!
BMW R 1250 GS 2019
The BMW R 1250 GS is the logical further development of the R 1200 GS - logical above all because one should not expect such a popular motorbike to be radically changed. Accordingly, the design has been changed cautiously, and the familiar options for the chassis and electronics have been retained. The new name R 1250 GS, however, promises a new engine - and it really is something! 136 hp at 7750 rpm and a whopping 143 Newton metres of maximum torque at 6250 rpm are an absolute blast! BMW has thus renovated the big GS almost perfectly: it remains clearly recognisable, has a little more electronics as standard, a still long list of surcharges (which customers like to tick from A to Z) and a now even better and more sovereign power plant - what more could you want?!
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs BMW R 1250 GS
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 and a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW R 1250 GS 2019 is about 6% higher. A KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 experiences a loss of 110 GBP in one year and 930 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 980 GBP and 920 GBP for a BMW R 1250 GS 2019. Compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2019 there are less KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 26 compared to 104. It takes less time to sell a BMW R 1250 GS with 46 days compared to 91 days for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and 50 reviews for the BMW R 1250 GS since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S was published on 12/10/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 305,600 views for the first review on BMW R 1250 GS published on 19/09/2018.
