2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT
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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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 86.9 cm Tallest seat here
- 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT 84.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.4 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 117 hp (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) up to 160 hp (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
- Torque spans 93 Nm (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) up to 138 Nm (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S) to 232 kg (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT).
- Displacement spans 900 cc (2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT) to 1100 cc (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
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| Specification | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | YAMAHA |
| Model | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S | 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT |
| Engine size | Above 1000cc | 900cc |
| Power | 160hp | 117hp |
| Torque | 138nm. | 93nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 232kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) | 298 mm discs, 4-piston radial calipers, Cornering ABS available, combined braking |
| Rear brake | 267 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) | 267 mm disc, 1-piston caliper, Cornering ABS available, combined braking |
| Seat height (cm) | 86.9cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 19 | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre | 170/60-17 | 180/55-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm | KYB 41 mm inverted fork, fully adjustable, 130 mm travel, Electronic suspension |
| Rear suspension | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber | KYB mono-shock, fully adjustable, 131 mm travel, Electronic suspension |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Touring |
| Top speed | 250km/h | 240km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 23 L – 5.7 L/100km | 19 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $22299 | $23000 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View YAMAHA price list |
| Extra features | – 7" TFT display with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, dual trip meters, date, clock – LED lights, cornering lights, adaptive headlight, emergency braking lights. Y-AMT only: self-cancelling indicators, illuminated switches |
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2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT are closely matched in weight, while the 1290 Super Adventure S has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
1290 Super Adventure S has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 900 cc).
Peak power
1290 Super Adventure S has a clear listed power advantage (160 hp vs 117 hp).
Torque
1290 Super Adventure S has a clear listed torque advantage (138 Nm vs 93 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 and Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT have very similar listed weights (227 kg vs 232 kg). Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT has a lower listed seat height (84.5 cm vs 86.9 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and seat height, while weight remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is listed at 250 km/h (155 mph) vs 240 km/h (149 mph) for 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has 160 hp compared with 117 hp on the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT.
Which is lighter, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is lighter at 227 kg vs 232 kg for 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT.
Which is better, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S or 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Y-AMT?
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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