Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018 vs. KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Overview - Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018 vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Built for Adventure.

The TKC70 Rocks is built for the long haul and rocky trail.

Details

Technical Specifications Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018 compared to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	98 mm	Bore	108 mm
Stroke	Stroke	79.5 mm	Stroke	71 mm
Engine power	Engine power	112 HP	Engine power	160 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	117 Nm	Torque	140 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11	Compression Ratio	13.1
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,199 ccm	Displacement	1,301 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Technology	Technology	Wave	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,540 mm	Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	845 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	261 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	238 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere 2018

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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