KTM 790 Adventure 2020 vs. Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

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Overview - KTM 790 Adventure 2020 vs Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

The KTM 790 Adventure 2020 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 are both enduro motorcycles that offer impressive features and capabilities.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is equipped with an in-line 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 799cc. It delivers a power of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. The engine is known for its manners and character, providing a thrilling riding experience. On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 features an in-line 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 659cc. It offers a slightly lower power of 80 HP and torque of 70 Nm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is equipped with WP suspension components, while the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 features Kayaba suspension components. The Aprilia offers a slightly higher front suspension travel of 240mm compared to the 200mm on the KTM, providing better off-road capabilities. The Aprilia also offers adjustable compression, preload, and rebound settings on the rear suspension, allowing for better customization.

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

When it comes to the chassis, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 features a chromium-molybdenum frame, while the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 has a steel frame. Both frames are tubular in design, providing strength and durability. The KTM has a rake of 64.1 degrees and a trail of 107.8mm, while the Aprilia has a slightly lower rake of 63.3 degrees and a trail of 113.3mm.

In terms of braking, both motorcycles are equipped with double disk brakes at the front. The KTM 790 Adventure 2020 offers advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022, on the other hand, offers additional features like launch control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150mm. The KTM has a rear tire diameter of 18 inches, while the Aprilia has the same size as the front tire. The wheelbase on the KTM is 1509mm, while the Aprilia has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1525mm. The seat height on the KTM is 830mm, while the Aprilia offers a higher seat height of 860mm. Both motorcycles have a dry weight of around 187-189kg and a fuel tank capacity of 18-20 liters.

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

In terms of strengths, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is praised for its engine with manners and character, high chassis stability, excellent brakes, tremendous off-road capabilities, and low average consumption. On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 is praised for its handling and ergonomics, good chassis components with decent suspension travel, well-tuned driving modes, easily adjustable traction control, and the inclusion of cruise control as standard.

However, both motorcycles also have their weaknesses. The KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is criticized for its unattractive surcharge policy and the original seat not being optimally shaped. The Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022, on the other hand, is noted for the good quickshifter not being standard, the extra cost for the attractive color variant, and the wind protection could be better.

In conclusion, both the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 and the Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 offer impressive features and capabilities for enduro motorcycle enthusiasts. The KTM excels in engine performance and off-road capabilities, while the Aprilia offers excellent handling and a range of advanced features. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Adventure 2020 compared to Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

KTM 790 Adventure 2020
Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore88 mmBore81 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke63.93 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement659 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel240 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandKayaba
TravelTravel200 mmTravel240 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engineFrame typeTubular
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake63.3 degree
TrailTrail107.8 mmTrail113.3 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 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 diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,509 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height860 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)189 kgDry Weight (with ABS)187 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022

All in all, the well-equipped Tuareg 660 from Aprilia is not only a great touring enduro in the truest sense of the word for 11,990 euros in Germany and 13,490 euros in Austria, but also - if you like - a "Tenere with everything". For this, you have to dig a little deeper into your pocket. But you will quickly become familiar with the more accessible Tuareg, which makes it a good choice for those looking for their first adventures off the beaten track - without boring experienced riders, quite the opposite. In any case, the Aprilia is an enrichment for the Sequment and a good option for those who do not want to do without electronic riding aids even on an off-road oriented Reissenduro.

Handling and ergonomics

Good chassis components with decent suspension travel

Driving modes well tuned or differences well noticeable

Traction control easily adjustable even while driving

Cruise control as standard

The good quickshifter is not standard

The smart white-blue-red colour variant "Indigo Tagelmust" is at extra cost

The wind protection could be better

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 790 Adventure vs Aprilia Tuareg 660

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Adventure 2020 and a Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 is about 16% higher. A KTM 790 Adventure 2020 experiences a loss of 710 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 50 USD for a Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022. Compared to Aprilia Tuareg 660 2022 there are less KTM 790 Adventure 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 18 compared to 36. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure with 101 days compared to 103 days for a Aprilia Tuareg 660. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure and 15 reviews for the Aprilia Tuareg 660 since model year 2022. The first review for the KTM 790 Adventure was published on 10/6/2018 and now has more than 53,600 views. This compares to more than 38,900 views for the first review on Aprilia Tuareg 660 published on 11/13/2019.

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