KTM 990 Adventure S 2009 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2023

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

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Overview - KTM 990 Adventure S 2009 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2023

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Adventure S 2009 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2023

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009
BMW R 1250 GS 2023

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke62.4 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power98 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque95 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio12.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,570 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height915 mmSeat Height850 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity22 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

KTM 990 Adventure S 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

BMW R 1250 GS 2023

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Adventure S vs BMW R 1250 GS

Price KTM 990 Adventure S

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Price BMW R 1250 GS

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