2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT
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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 S 1000 XR 84 cm Tallest seat here
- KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT 83 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1 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 170 hp (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 173 hp (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Torque spans 114 Nm (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) up to 141 Nm (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
- Weight spans 209 kg (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT) to 227 kg (2024 BMW S 1000 XR).
- Displacement spans 1000 cc (2024 BMW S 1000 XR) to 1100 cc (KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT).
Reader votes so far — total 4: 2024 BMW S 1000 XR (2); KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT (2).
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| Specification | BMW S 1000 XR | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | KTM |
| Model | BMW S 1000 XR | KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT |
| Engine size | 1000cc | Above 1000cc |
| Power | 170hp | 173hp |
| Torque | 114nm. | 141nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 227kg | 209kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 320mm Brembo four-piston radial fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | 240mm Brembo twin-piston fixed calliper, brake disc |
| Seat height (cm) | 84cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70 17 |
| Rear tyre | 190/55 ZR17 | 200/55 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | WP Semi-active suspension USD Ø 48 mm |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium double-sided swing-arm, central shock absorber, electronic preload adjuster, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 6.7 L/100km | 23 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $17495 | $19799 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Headlight Pro (daytime riding light icon & adaptive headlight; observe country-specific regulations) -Riding modes Pro (incl. HSC Pro, MSR, ABS Pro & DTC) -Dynamic ESA chassis, Keyless Ride, Integrated case holder, Toll pass compartment -Storage compartment under seat, USB charging interface, Emergency call |
-Euro5, Heated Grips, -Riding Modes 4 Different riding modes: Rain, Street, Sport, and Track -7 inch TFT Dashboard, Twin Ignition Technology, Slipper Clutch, Wind Shield |
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2024 BMW S 1000 XR vs 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW S 1000 XR and 2023 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT are closely matched in peak power, while the S 1000 XR has the higher listed top speed, and the 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has more displacement and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a larger listed engine displacement (1100 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
S 1000 XR and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar peak power (170 hp vs 173 hp).
Torque
1290 SUPER DUKE GT has a clear listed torque advantage (141 Nm vs 114 Nm).
Listed top speed
S 1000 XR has a modest listed top-speed advantage (280 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
1290 SUPER DUKE GT is notably lighter on the listed weight (209 kg vs 227 kg). S 1000 XR and 1290 SUPER DUKE GT have very similar seat heights (84 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed and weight, while peak power and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW S 1000 XR vs KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
BMW S 1000 XR is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT.
Which has more horsepower, BMW S 1000 XR or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT has 173 hp compared with 170 hp on the BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is lighter, BMW S 1000 XR or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT is lighter at 209 kg vs 227 kg for BMW S 1000 XR.
Which is better, BMW S 1000 XR or KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE GT?
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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