KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Overview - KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In terms of engine specifications, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 has a larger bore of 103 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure 2020's 88 mm. The stroke of the KTM 1050 Adventure is 63 mm, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a stroke of 65.7 mm. Both models have the same engine power of 95 HP, but the KTM 1050 Adventure has a higher torque of 107 Nm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 88 Nm. Both models have an electric starter and a chain transmission. They also have 2 cylinders, but the KTM 1050 Adventure has a larger displacement of 1050 ccm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 799 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both models have upside-down telescopic forks with WP as the brand for both the front and rear suspension.

In terms of chassis, both models have a chromium-molybdenum frame. However, the KTM 790 Adventure has a tubular frame that is load-bearing, meaning it supports the engine, while the KTM 1050 Adventure has a tubular frame without load-bearing capabilities.

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 790 Adventure has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure's 19 inches. Both models have the same rear tire width of 150 mm, but the KTM 790 Adventure has a larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure's 17 inches. The KTM 790 Adventure has a shorter wheelbase of 1509 mm compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure's 1560 mm. The seat height of the KTM 790 Adventure is also lower at 830 mm compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure's 850 mm. The KTM 790 Adventure is lighter with a dry weight of 189 kg compared to the KTM 1050 Adventure's 212 kg. Both models have a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters for the KTM 790 Adventure and 23 liters for the KTM 1050 Adventure.

Now, let's discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each model. The KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 has a powerful and cultivated engine, disengageable ABS, adjustable traction control, and agile handling. It also has adjustable ergonomics, a prestigious look similar to its bigger sisters, a height-adjustable windshield, and a low weight. Additionally, it is offered at an affordable price.

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 has an engine with manners and character. It offers enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, and tremendous off-road capabilities. It also has a low average consumption.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 has a rev limiter that kicks in at 8500 revs and its wind protection is not quite optimal. The KTM 790 Adventure 2020, on the other hand, has an unattractive surcharge policy and its original seat is not optimally shaped.

Overall, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 have their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The KTM 1050 Adventure offers a more powerful engine and adjustable ergonomics, while the KTM 790 Adventure provides better off-road capabilities and a more efficient fuel consumption. Ultimately, the choice between the two models would depend on the rider's specific preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 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 width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)212 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

KTM 1050 Adventure 2015

The KTM 1050 Adventure picks up where the 990 Adventure left off a few years ago: Around 100 hp of power, playful handling and as much or as little electronics as is currently state-of-the-art. The engine is anything but weak, ABS and traction control regulate safely and inconspicuously and the handling is extremely fun-oriented, partly because of the relatively narrow tyres. And all this at a price that is only undercut by a few competitors in the league of big touring enduros. Sad as it may be, the two 1190 Adventures and, above all, the flagship 1290 Super Adventure, have soared in price to very high levels. And that is precisely why the KTM 1050 Adventure is perhaps the most coherent of the four Adventure models.

powerful, cultivated engine

: disengageable ABS

adjustable traction control

agile handling

adjustable ergonomics

prestigious look similar to the big sisters

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

affordable price.

Rev limiter already kicks in at 8500 revs

wind protection not quite optimal

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1050 Adventure vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is about 7% higher. A KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 experiences a loss of 340 USD in one year and 750 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 710 USD and 760 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure 2020. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020 there are less KTM 1050 Adventure 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 11 compared to 18. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1050 Adventure with 75 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2015 1000PS.de editors have written 8 reviews for the KTM 1050 Adventure and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 1050 Adventure was published on 11/4/2014 and now has more than 10,900 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 10/6/2018.

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