BMW F 800 GS 2012 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

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Overview - BMW F 800 GS 2012 vs KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 GS 2012 compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

BMW F 800 GS 2012
KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power86 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,570 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12 Compression Ratio12.7
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
LubricationLubricationDry sumpLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
WheelbaseWheelbase1,578 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height880 mmSeat Height880 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity16 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 GS 2012

BMW F 800 GS 2012

Fully equipped with special equipment from Touratech, the BMW looked very imposing and gave the impression of a real, masculine adventurer's motorbike. Headlight grille, engine guard, grippy, wider footrests, and much more hopefully deceived many eyewitnesses about the same-sex partnership on the breathable comfort seat.

Fully equipped with optional extras

imposing impression

good workmanship

pleasant chassis.

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KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

KTM 790 Adventure R 2019

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally able to draw on their full resources and show what they can do. The higher-quality chassis compensates for the disadvantages of the long suspension travel on the road, but scores points off-road with massive reserves. The surcharge is more than justified. The seat height will probably restrict the clientele somewhat.

High chassis quality ensures a wide range of use

Engine offers great running culture, rich torque and perfectly dimensioned power

Easy-to-read display

Practical rally electronics package

Despite radical chassis also stable, manoeuvrable and suitable for everyday use on the road

Quickshifter not standard

indicator switch a little fiddly

seat a little more uncomfortable on long tours than on standard model

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW F 800 GS vs KTM 790 Adventure R

Price BMW F 800 GS

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Price KTM 790 Adventure R

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