Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	100 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	66 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	107 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	138 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	75
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,037 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Kayaba	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	48 mm
Travel	Travel	160 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Travel	Travel	160 mm	Travel	200 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	64.7 degree	Rake	65.3 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	267 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Double piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,555 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	849 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	247 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	243 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	115 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	134 g/km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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!

Very sporty, but also cultivated V2 power plant

extremely accessible handling despite high weight

comfortable, driving-friendly seating position

good brakes including cornering ABS

comprehensive electronics package

clear, well-structured instrumentation with huge 7-inch display.

Turn-in behaviour in bends somewhat sluggish

Opaque package design and pricing policy

Dashboards and switches do not feel very high quality

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Price Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT

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Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

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Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021

Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1050 XT 2021 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2021