KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016 vs. KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016 vs KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016 compared to KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016
KTM 990 Adventure 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke62.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque100 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,570 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity30 lFuel Tank Capacity19.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

KTM 1290 Super Adventure 2016

The 1290 Super Adventure is rightly presented by KTM as an adventure flagship. Packed with sophisticated electronics and almost everything you could possibly need in a big touring enduro, it recommends itself as expected for the long haul. What you don't immediately see from its bulky appearance, however, is that the Super Adventure, like its 1190 sisters, is an incredible fun machine. Especially in tight corners, it is unbelievable fun. The electronics control traction, chassis and engine management so unobtrusively that you can concentrate fully and above all safely on accelerating. On the intermediate straights, the 160 hp of power ensure that the 1290 Super Adventure can also meet sporting requirements and is thus hardly surpassed in terms of universality.

Very powerful and confident engine

sporty, agile handling

comprehensive electronics package

interaction of many electronic features

semi-active suspension

cornering ABS

adjustable traction control

cruise control

large 30-litre fuel tank

heated seats

main stand

LED cornering lights.

Windshield very jagged

locking lever of the windshield on the right side

power delivery under 2000 revs somewhat jerky

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

KTM 990 Adventure 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure vs KTM 990 Adventure

Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure

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Price KTM 990 Adventure

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