Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017 vs. KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017 vs KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017 compared to KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore77 mmBore103 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke63 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque109 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.3 Compression Ratio13
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameChromium-molybdenum

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradial, PetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)250 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)228 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

Kawasaki Versys 1000 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

KTM 1090 Adventure 2017

The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.

Very powerful, cultivated engine with wide rev range

performance modes

ABS can be switched off

adjustable traction control

agile and safe handling

adjustable ergonomics

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively low price.

Optics seem outdated by the new 1290 Super Adventures

suspension fork not adjustable

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Versys 1000 vs KTM 1090 Adventure

Price Kawasaki Versys 1000

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Price KTM 1090 Adventure

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