KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 vs. BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017
BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 vs BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017
BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 compared to BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017
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.
BMW F 850 GS Adventure 2020
Packed with technical features and additional equipment, the "small" Adventure is a high-tech machine. The many functions work well, and our testers were particularly impressed by the electronic chassis and the silky-smooth running of the engine. The Asian origin of the engine is not noticeable. The larger tank of the Adventure version and all the accessories drive up both the weight and the price. At 244 kg, the BMW F 850 GS Adventure is a bulky lump, which doesn't please everyone. But the ergonomics are top-notch, and the seating position in the wide fairing conveys a feeling of safety and protection.
