KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

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Overview - KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2019

The KTM 1090 Adventure model year 2018 and the KTM 790 Adventure model year 2019 are both enduro motorcycles with similar features but also some distinct differences.

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a V-type engine with a bore of 103 mm and a stroke of 63 mm. It has an engine power of 125 HP and a torque of 109 Nm. The starter is electric and the transmission is chain-driven. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has an in-line engine with a bore of 88 mm and a stroke of 65.7 mm. It has a slightly lower engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. The starter and transmission are the same as the 1090 Adventure. Both motorcycles have 2 cylinders, but the displacement of the 1090 Adventure is 1050 ccm, while the 790 Adventure has a smaller displacement of 799 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The front suspension on both models is provided by WP and has a diameter of 43 mm. However, the travel on the 790 Adventure is slightly higher at 200 mm compared to the 185 mm on the 1090 Adventure. The rear suspension on both models is also provided by WP and has a travel of 190 mm on the 1090 Adventure and 200 mm on the 790 Adventure.

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018

In terms of chassis, both motorcycles have a chromium-molybdenum frame type. The rake on the 1090 Adventure is 64 degrees, while on the 790 Adventure it is slightly higher at 64.1 degrees. The trail on the 1090 Adventure is 120 mm, while on the 790 Adventure it is lower at 107.8 mm.

Both motorcycles have double disk brakes at the front. The assistance systems on both models include ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the 790 Adventure also has the additional feature of ride by wire.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire diameter on the 1090 Adventure is 19 inches, while on the 790 Adventure it is slightly larger at 21 inches. The rear tire width is the same on both models at 150 mm, but the rear tire diameter on the 1090 Adventure is 17 inches, while on the 790 Adventure it is 18 inches. The wheelbase on the 1090 Adventure is 1560 mm, while on the 790 Adventure it is shorter at 1509 mm. The seat height on the 1090 Adventure is 850 mm, while on the 790 Adventure it is lower at 830 mm. The dry weight with ABS on the 1090 Adventure is 205 kg, while on the 790 Adventure it is lighter at 189 kg. The fuel tank capacity on the 1090 Adventure is larger at 23 liters, while on the 790 Adventure it is 20 liters.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 has a very powerful and cultivated engine with a wide rev range. It also has performance modes, the ability to switch off ABS, and adjustable traction control. The handling of the 1090 Adventure is agile and safe, and it has adjustable ergonomics and a height-adjustable windshield. The motorcycle is relatively lightweight and has a comparatively low price.

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 has an engine with manners and character. It offers enormously high chassis stability and brakes without reproach. The 790 Adventure also has tremendous off-road capabilities and a low average consumption.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is considered to have outdated optics compared to the new 1290 Super Adventures. Additionally, the suspension fork on the 1090 Adventure is not adjustable. The KTM 790 Adventure 2019, on the other hand, has an unattractive surcharge policy and the original seat is not optimally shaped.

Overall, both the KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2019 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The 1090 Adventure offers a more powerful engine and a larger fuel tank capacity, while the 790 Adventure has a more modern design and better off-road capabilities. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use of the motorcycle.

Technical Specifications KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 1090 Adventure 2018
KTM 790 Adventure 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore103 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke63 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque109 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore52 mmThrottle Bore46 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
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
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement1,050 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel185 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel190 mmTravel200 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake64 degreeRake64.1 degree
TrailTrail120 mmTrail107.8 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter267 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %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)205 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 1090 Adventure 2018

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.

Very powerful, cultivated engine with wide rev range

performance modes

ABS can be switched off

adjustable traction control

agile and safe handling

adjustable ergonomics

height-adjustable windshield

low weight

comparatively low price.

Optics seem outdated by the new 1290 Super Adventures

suspension fork not adjustable

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2019

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 1090 Adventure vs KTM 790 Adventure

There are a few key differences between a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 is about 26% 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 890 USD and 860 USD for a KTM 790 Adventure 2019. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2019 there are less KTM 1090 Adventure 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 30. With 101 days it takes the same amount of time to sell a KTM 1090 Adventure or a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 7 reviews for the KTM 1090 Adventure and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. 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 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 10/6/2018.

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