BMW F 850 GS 2022 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

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Overview - BMW F 850 GS 2022 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2019

When comparing the BMW F 850 GS 2022 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2019, it is important to consider their technical specifications and strengths and weaknesses.

In terms of engine and drive train, both motorcycles have an in-line engine with 2 cylinders. However, the BMW F 850 GS has a smaller bore of 84 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 88 mm. The stroke of the BMW is 77 mm, while the KTM has a stroke of 65.7 mm. Both motorcycles have a similar engine power of 95 HP, but the BMW has a higher torque of 92 Nm compared to the KTM's 88 Nm. Both motorcycles have an electric starter and a chain transmission.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and a swing arm suspension in the rear. The BMW F 850 GS has a front fork diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 204 mm, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a front fork diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 200 mm. In the rear, the BMW has a travel of 219 mm and an adjustment for preload and rebound, while the KTM has a travel of 200 mm and an adjustment for preload.

BMW F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

In terms of chassis, the BMW F 850 GS has a steel frame, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a chromium-molybdenum frame. The BMW has a frame type of tubular, load-bearing engine, while the KTM has a similar frame type. The rake of the BMW is 62 degrees, while the KTM has a rake of 64.1 degrees. The trail of the BMW is 126 mm, while the KTM has a trail of 107.8 mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front. The BMW F 850 GS has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, while the KTM 790 Adventure has ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW F 850 GS has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1593 mm and the seat height is 860 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 15 liters. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is 1509 mm and the seat height is 830 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters.

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

When it comes to strengths, the BMW F 850 GS offers good wind and weather protection, a well thought-out operating concept, practical equipment, and very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use. It also provides good seat comfort and a great connectivity solution. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure has an engine with manners and character, enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption.

However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The BMW F 850 GS experiences vibrations in the upper rev range and has a boring engine. It also has a stiff quickshifter gearstick, front damping that is too lax, and a fork that is not adjustable. Some riders also feel that it has a ponderous feel and that the front brake could do with more bite. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure has an unattractive surcharge policy and an original seat that is not optimally shaped.

In conclusion, the BMW F 850 GS 2022 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 have their own unique features and strengths. It ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities when choosing between the two motorcycles.

Technical Specifications BMW F 850 GS 2022 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019

BMW F 850 GS 2022
KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque92 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore48 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel204 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel219 mmTravel200 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake62 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail126 mmTrail107.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter305 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter265 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,593 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 850 GS 2022

BMW F 850 GS 2022

The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.

Good wind and weather protection

well thought-out operating concept

practical equipment

very accessible operation and driveability in everyday use

good seat comfort

great connectivity solution

Vibrations in the upper rev range

boring engine

stiff quickshifter gearstick

front damping too lax

fork not adjustable

ponderous feel

front brake could do with more bite.

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KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 850 GS vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a BMW F 850 GS 2022 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 850 GS 2022 is about 63% higher. A BMW F 850 GS 2022 experiences a loss of 380 GBP in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 910 GBP for a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019 there are less BMW F 850 GS 2022 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 6 compared to 30. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure with 101 days compared to 105 days for the BMW F 850 GS. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the BMW F 850 GS and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW F 850 GS was published on 21/11/2017 and now has more than 69,800 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 06/10/2018.

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