KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs. KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
Overview - KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
The KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 are both enduro motorcycles with similar technical specifications. They have the same bore and stroke measurements, engine power, torque, starter type, transmission, number of cylinders, and displacement. They also have the same front and rear suspension brands, frame type, front tire diameter, rear tire width and diameter, wheelbase, seat height, and fuel tank capacity.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a very powerful and cultivated engine with a wide rev range. It offers performance modes, allowing riders to adjust the bike's behavior to their preferences. The ABS can be switched off, providing more control in certain situations. The bike also has adjustable traction control, ensuring optimal grip on different surfaces. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has agile and safe handling, making it suitable for both on-road and off-road riding. The ergonomics are adjustable, allowing riders to find their preferred riding position. The height-adjustable windshield provides wind protection for different rider heights. Despite its power, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a relatively low weight, making it easier to handle. Additionally, it is priced comparatively lower than other models in its class.
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
Similarly, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a powerful and refined engine. It also offers disengageable ABS and adjustable traction control, providing riders with control and safety. The bike has agile handling, making it maneuverable in various riding conditions. Like the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018, the ergonomics are adjustable, allowing riders to find a comfortable riding position. The bike has a prestigious look similar to its larger counterparts, giving it a premium feel. The height-adjustable windshield offers wind protection, and the bike has a relatively low weight. The KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 is priced comparatively affordably, making it an attractive option for riders on a budget.
However, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 does have some weaknesses. Its optics may seem outdated when compared to the newer 1290 Super Adventures. Additionally, the suspension fork is not adjustable, limiting the rider's ability to fine-tune the bike's suspension.
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
Similarly, the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a couple of weaknesses. The rev limiter kicks in at 8500 revs, which may be limiting for riders who prefer higher rev ranges. The chassis is also slightly soft for off-road use, which may affect the bike's performance in more challenging terrain.
In summary, both the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 have powerful engines, adjustable features, and relatively low weights. The KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 offers more advanced features such as performance modes and switchable ABS, while the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a more affordable price point and a prestigious look. However, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 may have outdated optics and a non-adjustable suspension fork, while the KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 has a lower rev limit and a slightly soft chassis for off-road use.
Technical Specifications KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 compared to KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
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.
KTM 1050 Adventure 2016
In my opinion, 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.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 1090 Adventure vs KTM 1050 Adventure
There are a few key differences between a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and a KTM 1050 Adventure 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is about 31% higher. A KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 experiences a loss of 990 USD in one year and 490 USD in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 1,350 USD and 1,980 USD for a KTM 1050 Adventure 2016. Compared to KTM 1050 Adventure 2016 there are more KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a KTM 1050 Adventure with 96 days compared to 101 days for the KTM 1090 Adventure. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure and 8 reviews for the KTM 1050 Adventure since model year 2015. The first review for the KTM 1090 Adventure was published on 10/12/2016 and now has more than 32,200 views. This compares to more than 10,900 views for the first review on KTM 1050 Adventure published on 11/4/2014.
