KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

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Overview - KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

The KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 has a slight advantage with 160 HP compared to the 150 HP of the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014. The torque is also higher in the 1290 Super Adventure S, with 140 Nm compared to 125 Nm in the 1190 Adventure.

Both motorcycles have a two-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1195 ccm for the 1190 Adventure and 1301 ccm for the 1290 Super Adventure S. They also have the same starter system, transmission type, and suspension brand.

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

One of the main differences between the two models is the advanced rider assistance systems. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 comes with ABS, suspension electronically adjustable, riding modes, traction control, and ride by wire, while the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 only has ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have the same front tire diameter, rear tire width, rear tire diameter, wheelbase, seat height, and fuel tank capacity.

When it comes to strengths, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 is praised for its combination of sport and comfort, smooth gearbox, powerful and controllable engine, excellent seating position, manageable chassis, sophisticated electronics, and lean angle ABS.

On the other hand, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is commended for its powerful engine, precise handling, traction control with a fun factor, cornering ABS as standard, easy-to-read TFT display, quickshifter, LED headlights with cornering lights, and off-road capability.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 is criticized for its engine jerking below 3000 revs and its less independent appearance compared to its predecessor. It is also noted that smooth gliding is not its strong point.

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017, on the other hand, is criticized for its high price and the power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield.

Overall, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 offers more advanced features and improvements compared to the KTM 1190 Adventure 2014. However, it comes at a higher price and has a minor drawback with the power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield.

Technical Specifications KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore105 mmBore108 mm
StrokeStroke69 mmStroke71 mm
Engine powerEngine power150 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque140 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio13.1
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDual ignitionIgnitionDual ignition
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement1,195 ccmDisplacement1,301 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 pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsRide by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width170 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,560 mmWheelbase1,560 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height860 mmSeat Height860 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity23 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

KTM 1190 Adventure 2014

With no other "all-rounder" motorbike will you be so fast. An unbeatable climber, especially on narrow mountain roads, but also a pleasant companion on the daily ride to work.

Combines sport with comfort

buttery smooth gearbox

powerful and well controllable engine

excellent seating position

manageable chassis

sophisticated electronics

lean angle ABS.

Engine jerks a little below 3000 revs

unlike its predecessor, it no longer looks quite so independent

smooth gliding is not its strong point.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more than a sporty touring enduro - it is a sports machine that can also go on tours. The powerful 160 hp engine is not only extremely powerful, it is also very easy to operate and makes you want to ride sportily. The many electronic assistance systems such as traction control, semi-active chassis, various modes and cornering ABS also contribute to making you feel right at home on the 1290 Super Adventure S. Finally, the huge TFT display and other gadgets such as the Race-on system or My Ride are also quite convincing.

Powerful engine

precise handling

traction control with fun factor

cornering ABS as standard

easy-to-read, huge TFT display

quickshifter

LED headlights with cornering lights

off-road capable.

High price

power-consuming height adjustment of the windshield

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1190 Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 and a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 is about 33% higher. Compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017 there are less KTM 1190 Adventure 2014 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 20 compared to 26. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1290 Super Adventure S with 68 days compared to 81 days for the KTM 1190 Adventure. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 21 reviews for the KTM 1190 Adventure and 31 reviews for the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 1190 Adventure was published on 9/18/2012 and now has more than 10,600 views. This compares to more than 32,200 views for the first review on KTM 1290 Super Adventure S published on 10/12/2016.

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