BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2023
BMW F 850 GS 2018
KTM 790 Adventure 2023
Vue d’ensemble - BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2023
The BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 are both enduro motorcycles that offer impressive performance and capabilities.
Starting with the engine and drive train, both models feature an inline twin-cylinder engine with similar power outputs of 95 HP. However, the BMW F 850 GS has a slightly higher torque of 92 Nm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 88 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters and chain transmissions. In terms of displacement, the BMW F 850 GS has a larger engine with 853ccm, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a slightly smaller engine with 799ccm.
In terms of suspension, both motorcycles feature upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension with a monoshock in the rear. The BMW F 850 GS offers a slightly higher front suspension travel of 204 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 200 mm. However, the KTM 790 Adventure has a slightly higher rear suspension travel of 200 mm compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 219 mm. Both motorcycles offer preload and rebound adjustments for the rear suspension.
BMW F 850 GS 2018
In terms of chassis, the BMW F 850 GS has a steel frame, while the KTM 790 Adventure features a chromium-molybdenum frame. Both motorcycles have tubular, load-bearing engine frames. The KTM 790 Adventure has a slightly steeper rake angle of 64.1 degrees compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 62 degrees. The trail measurement is also different, with the BMW F 850 GS having a trail of 126 mm and the KTM 790 Adventure having a trail of 107.8 mm.
Both motorcycles feature double disk brakes in the front, providing effective stopping power. The KTM 790 Adventure offers additional advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The BMW F 850 GS only offers ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm. However, the KTM 790 Adventure has a slightly larger rear tire diameter of 18 inches compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 17 inches. The wheelbase of the BMW F 850 GS is longer at 1593 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 1509 mm. The seat height of the BMW F 850 GS is also higher at 860 mm compared to the KTM 790 Adventure's 840 mm. Additionally, the KTM 790 Adventure has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 15 liters.
KTM 790 Adventure 2023
In terms of strengths, the BMW F 850 GS 2018 offers a superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, extensive range of accessories, riding modes, traction control, and off-road capability. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a rev-happy engine with impressive power, low fuel consumption, excellent traction control regulation, effective wind protection with a wide range of settings, logical controls, agile handling, precise ride, effective brakes, comfortable on-road ergonomics, and a well-dosed clutch.
However, the BMW F 850 GS 2018 has some weaknesses, including a disc that is too low and sound that could be better. The KTM 790 Adventure 2023 also has a few weaknesses, such as the sporty Quickshifter+ only being available at an extra cost, a chassis adjustment range that is not too wide, and a handlebar position that is too low off-road.
In conclusion, both the BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The BMW F 850 GS offers a superior engine and a wide range of accessories, while the KTM 790 Adventure has a rev-happy engine and excellent traction control regulation. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Caractéristiques techniques BMW F 850 GS 2018 par rapport à KTM 790 Adventure 2023
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
Avantages et inconvénients en comparaison
BMW F 850 GS 2018
On ne le voit peut-être pas au premier coup d'œil, mais la nouvelle BMW F 850 GS est en fait une construction entièrement nouvelle. Le châssis en acier et la transmission ont été modifiés, le moteur a été agrandi à 853 cubiques et conçu de manière encore plus puissante avec un déport de 90 degrés des manetons. La nouvelle F 850 GS se présente ainsi plus souveraine qu'excitée et convainc aussi bien sur la route qu'en off-road. La particularité de la BMW est la possibilité de la configurer exactement en fonction de ses besoins personnels grâce à une vaste gamme d'accessoires - il n'y a en fait aucune caractéristique actuellement disponible que l'on ne puisse obtenir sur sa F 850 GS. Mais cela fait aussi grimper le prix.
KTM 790 Adventure 2023
La KTM 790 Adventure est toujours l'une des motos de voyage de classe moyenne les plus sportives - si vous cherchez une moto de tourisme qui maîtrise brutalement la route et le off-road, vous trouverez votre bonheur ici. Mais en même temps, le châssis et le moteur offrent suffisamment de confort et de bonnes manières pour que le pilote ne devienne pas fou, même sur les longues étapes de liaison. Le moteur est merveilleusement puissant pour cette catégorie, la consommation est étonnamment basse et les aides à la conduite sont même d'un niveau supérieur à la normale. L'ergonomie est tout à fait correcte sur la route, l'ergonomie offroad devrait même être un peu moins radicale. Dans l'ensemble, la 790 Adventure offre un bon rapport qualité/prix et de bonnes performances.
Comparaison des prix Prix moyen du marché BMW F 850 GS vs KTM 790 Adventure
There are a few key differences between a BMW F 850 GS 2018 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 850 GS 2018 is about 19% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2023 there are less BMW F 850 GS 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 70. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure with 72 days compared to 112 days for the BMW F 850 GS. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the BMW F 850 GS and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure since model year 2019. The first review for the BMW F 850 GS was published on 11/21/2017 and now has more than 69,800 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure published on 10/6/2018.
