2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX 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 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX 84.5 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 86.9 cm Tallest 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 152 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) up to 160 hp (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
- Torque spans 106 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) up to 138 Nm (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
- Weight spans 227 kg (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S) to 232 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) to 1100 cc (2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S).
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| Specification | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | SUZUKI | KTM |
| Model | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX | KTM 1290 Super Adventure S |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 152hp | 160hp |
| Torque | 106nm. | 138nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 232kg | 227kg |
| Front brake | Brembo, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, dual 310mm disc, ABS-equipped | 320 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) |
| Rear brake | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped | 267 mm Bosch 10.3ME Combined-ABS (incl. Cornering-ABS and offroad mode) |
| Seat height (cm) | 84.5cm | 86.9cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless | 120/70 19 |
| Rear tyre | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless | 170/60-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Adventure |
| Top speed | 260km/h | 250km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 19 L – 6.5 L/100km | 23 L – 5.7 L/100km |
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| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $18499 | $22299 |
| Brand price lists | View SUZUKI price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Smart TLR Control, Lift Limiter, Roll Torque Control, Active Damping Control, Suzuki Road Adaptive Stabilization -Smart Cruise Control, 6.5-inch full-color TFT instrument, Traction Control System, Ride-by-Wire |
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2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX vs 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S: listed specifications
The 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX and 2024 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S are closely matched in weight, while the GSX S1000GX has the higher listed top speed, and the 1290 Super Adventure S has more displacement, peak power and torque.
Engine displacement
1290 Super Adventure S has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
1290 Super Adventure S has a modest listed power advantage (160 hp vs 152 hp).
Torque
1290 Super Adventure S has a clear listed torque advantage (138 Nm vs 106 Nm).
Listed top speed
GSX S1000GX has a modest listed top-speed advantage (260 km/h vs 250 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX S1000GX and 1290 Super Adventure S have very similar listed weights (232 kg vs 227 kg). GSX S1000GX 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 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
SUZUKI GSX S1000GX is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph) vs 250 km/h (155 mph) for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S.
Which has more horsepower, SUZUKI GSX S1000GX or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has 160 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which is lighter, SUZUKI GSX S1000GX or KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is lighter at 227 kg vs 232 kg for SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which is better, SUZUKI GSX S1000GX 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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