2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW R 1300 GS 85 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 86.9 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.9 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 145 hp (2024 BMW R 1300 GS) up to 160 hp (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
- Torque spans 138 Nm (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S) up to 149 Nm (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S) to 237 kg (2024 BMW R 1300 GS).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW R 1300 GS | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KTM |
| Model | BMW R 1300 GS | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 145hp | 160hp |
| Torque | 149nm. | 138nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 237kg | 227kg |
| Front brake | Dual disc brakes, semi-floating type brake discs, 310 mm diameter, 4-piston radial brake calipers. | 320 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, 285 mm diameter, 2-piston floating caliper | 267 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 86.9cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 x R19 | 120/70 19 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60 x R17 | 170/60-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Telelever, handlebar tilt decoupling via flexible element, central suspension spring. | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | BMW Motorrad EVO Paralever, cast aluminum single-sided swingarm, swingarm pivot axle, central WAD spring connection, continuously adjustable spring preload. | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 240km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 5 L/100km | 23 L – 5.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18895 | $22299 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -BMW Motorrad Connectivity with TFT display Matrix LED headlights Daytime running lights Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) -BMW Motorrad Fully Integrated ABS Pro 4 riding modes (Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro) Hill Start Control (HSC) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) -Dynamic Cruise Control (DCC) Motor drag torque control (MSR) Tire Pressure Control (RDC) Keyless Ride Heated grips Smartphone charging compartment with USB charging socket Handguard protection with integrated turn signal indicators |
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2024 BMW R 1300 GS vs 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW R 1300 GS and 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S are closely matched in displacement, while the R 1300 GS has more torque, and the 1290 Super Adventure S has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
R 1300 GS and 1290 Super Adventure S have very similar engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1100 cc).
Peak power
1290 Super Adventure S has a modest listed power advantage (160 hp vs 145 hp).
Torque
R 1300 GS has a modest listed torque advantage (149 Nm vs 138 Nm).
Listed top speed
1290 Super Adventure S has a modest listed top-speed advantage (250 km/h vs 240 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1290 Super Adventure S has a modest listed weight advantage (227 kg vs 237 kg). R 1300 GS has a lower listed seat height (85 cm vs 86.9 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while displacement remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW R 1300 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which has more horsepower, BMW R 1300 GS or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has 160 hp compared with 145 hp on the BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is lighter, BMW R 1300 GS or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is lighter at 227 kg vs 237 kg for BMW R 1300 GS.
Which is better, BMW R 1300 GS or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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