KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 vs. KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

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Overview - KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 are both high-performance motorcycles from KTM, but they have some key differences.

In terms of engine specifications, both bikes have the same bore and stroke measurements of 108 mm and 71 mm respectively. They also have the same engine displacement of 1301 ccm and starter type of electric. However, the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a slightly higher engine power of 180 HP compared to the 160 HP of the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017. Both bikes have the same torque of 140 Nm.

The transmission type for both bikes is a chain drive, and they both have 2 cylinders. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 has a chromium-molybdenum frame type, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a tubular frame type. Both bikes have double disk front brakes with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has the additional feature of monoblock technology in its front brakes. The brand of the front brakes for both bikes is Brembo.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front with a diameter of 48 mm. However, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 has a front suspension travel of 220 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a front suspension travel of 125 mm. The rear suspension for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is a swing arm with a travel of 220 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a single swing arm with a travel of 140 mm. Both bikes have WP suspension.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 has a front tire width of 90 mm and a diameter of 21 inches, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a rear tire width of 200 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is 1580 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a wheelbase of 1497 mm. The seat height for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is 890 mm, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a seat height of 835 mm. The dry weight of the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is 217 kg with ABS, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a dry weight of 189 kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is 23 liters, while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS, traction control, and ride by wire. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 also has electronically adjustable suspension, riding modes, and cornering lights. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has cornering ABS in addition to the standard ABS.

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 is fully off-road capable, has a good off-road mode, and offers easy handling. It also has a very powerful and refined engine and state-of-the-art electronic features. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has a new frame and seating position, a reverse linkage on the shock absorber, and a better automatic gearshift. It also has a powerful engine despite Euro 5 regulations and sensitive electronics.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 has a high price and a power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield. The KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 has easily scratched plastic between the seat and tank and brake squeaks at walking speed.

Overall, both the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 and the KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 are powerful and capable motorcycles, but they have different strengths and weaknesses that cater to different riding preferences and needs.

Technical Specifications KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017
KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore108 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke71 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power160 HPEngine power180 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque140 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,750 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio13.5
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,301 ccmDisplacement1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter48 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel220 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel220 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter267 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,580 mmWheelbase1,497 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height890 mmSeat Height835 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)217 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017

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.

Fully off-road capable

good off-road mode

easy handling

very powerful and refined engine

state-of-the-art electronic features such as traction control, quickshifter and cornering ABS

large, easy-to-read TFT display

LED headlights with cornering lights.

High price

power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020

KTM has done everything right with the new Superduke 1290 R. The sportier seating position that results from the new frame is perfect for the fast attack, the engine has lost none of its power despite Euro 5, but has also become more refined in conjunction with the more sensitive electronics.

New frame, new seating position

Reverse linkage on shock absorber

Better automatic gearshift

Powerful engine despite Euro 5

Sensitive electronics

Easily scratched plastic between seat and tank

brake squeaks at walking speed

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 and a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 is about 9% higher. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Duke R 2020 there are less KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2017 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Duke R with 78 days compared to 86 days for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 19 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R and 65 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Duke R since model year 2013. The first review for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure R was published on 10/4/2016 and now has more than 36,400 views. This compares to more than 4,900 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Duke R published on 11/8/2012.

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