BMW R1200GS / R1250GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the BMW R1200GS / R1250GS (2024-present) and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure (2024), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: BMW R1200GS / R1250GS 145 hp, KTM 1290 Super Adventure 157.8 hp.
- Torque: BMW R1200GS / R1250GS 149 Nm, KTM 1290 Super Adventure 138.3 Nm.
Key figures
Power hp
- BMW R1200GS / R1250GS (2024-present)145
- KTM 1290 Super Adventure (2024)157.8 (best)
Torque Nm
- BMW R1200GS / R1250GS (2024-present)149 (best)
- KTM 1290 Super Adventure (2024)138.3
Weight kg
- BMW R1200GS / R1250GS (2024-present)269
- KTM 1290 Super Adventure (2024)228
Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.
Full specs
| Specification |  2024-present · R1300GS Adventure Remove |  2024 · R Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Adventure | Adventure |
| Years | 2024-present | 2024 |
| Engine | 1300cc Boxer Twin (ShiftCam) | two-cylinder 75° V-shaped , 4 strokes Injection Ø 52 mm Cooling system : liquid 2 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 1,301 cc 160 ch (157.80 hp) to 9,000 rpm 14.10 mkg to 6,500 rpm |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 1,301 cc |
| Power | 145 hp @ 7,750 rpm | 157.8 hp @ 9,000 rpmBest |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6,500 rpmBest | 138.3 Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, shaft drive | 6 stage gearbox , manual - optional shifter Secondary by chain |
| Final drive | shaft | chain |
| Weight | 269 kg (wet) | 228 kg (dry) |
| Seat height | 871 mm | 880 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 30 LBest | 23 L |
| Front suspension | BMW Evo Telelever, 37mm stanchions with central spring strut (anti-dive geometry); 210mm travel (longer than standard R1300GS) | Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 48 mm, Wheel travel : 220 mm (8.66 in) Preload, compression and rebound adjustment |
| Rear suspension | BMW Evo Paralever single-sided swingarm, central shock, preload adjustable; optional Dynamic ESA; 220mm travel | Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 220 mm (8.66 in) Preload, compression and rebound adjustment |
| Brake system | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (standard, lean-angle sensitive, part-integral, disengageable) | ABS |
| Front brake | Dual 310mm floating discs, 4-piston radial calipers | 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 285mm disc, double-piston floating caliper | 1 disc Ø 267 mm (10.51 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 R19 | 90/90-21 |
| Rear tire | 170/60 R17 | 150/70-18 |
| Quickshifter | Not available | Not available |
| Launch price | USD 22,745 (USA MSRP, excl destination) | Not available |
- Weight: Not ranked: these figures mix dry and wet weights, or don't state which.