KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019 vs. Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019 compared to Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2019
The 1290 Super Adventure R is supposed to be the new off-road flagship of the KTM Adventure range - and it is! It's amazing how easy it is to move 240 kilos off-road with a full tank. The off-road mode is also largely convincing. On the other hand, as on the 1290 Super Adventure S, the full 160 hp and 140 Newton metres of torque as well as all comfort features (apart from the electronically adjustable suspension) are available on the R version: Four performance modes (Sport, Street, Rain and Offroad), cornering ABS, traction control, cruise control, keyless race-on system and the mobile phone management "My Ride". This means that the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R actually combines four motorbikes in one - and thus justifies the proud price.
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE 2024
It's amazing how much an unagitated, practical all-round motorbike like the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE can get to your heart. It is probably due to this clever design with manageable electronic features that can be optimally customised to personal needs. Thanks to the excellent Ride-by-Wire system, the engine is more powerful in the lower range than the displacement would suggest and does everything right both on and off-road. With 220 millimetres of travel at the front and rear, the suspension is really well trimmed for off-road, but clearly also offers an advantage for road riders on bad roads. The ergonomics are good so far, only tall riders should consider the higher, optional seat due to the somewhat acute knee angle.
