KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 vs. BMW F 850 GS 2020
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
BMW F 850 GS 2020
Overview - KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 vs BMW F 850 GS 2020
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
BMW F 850 GS 2020
Technical Specifications KTM 1090 Adventure 2017 compared to BMW F 850 GS 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1090 Adventure 2017
The KTM 1090 Adventure is a huge step away from its predecessor, the 1050 Adventure, towards its bigger sisters. The electronics package with adjustable riding modes, traction control and ABS remains at the already high level, but the engine now has 125 hp, around a third (!) more than the 1050. Almost more importantly, it can now rev freely to over 10,000 rpm and thus offers a more usable rev band. You will hardly find a more balanced bike in the class of still reasonably priced large touring enduros.
BMW F 850 GS 2020
The BMW F 850 GS also scores points in 2022 with its pleasant ergonomics and accessible character. Operation is easy and you quickly feel comfortable on the motorbike. The longer the tour, the more you miss the finesse in the details. The damping of the fork is too lax and not adjustable. The engine gets a bit boring in the long run, and the gearstick and quickshifter are always stiff. In direct comparison with other touring enduros, it is always somewhat overshadowed by more exciting models.
