BMW R 12 nine T vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R 12 nine T and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. The ex-showroom price of BMW R 12 nine T is ₹ 20,90,000 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is ₹ 22,73,900. BMW R 12 nine T is available in 1 colour and 1 variant and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is available in 0 colour and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R 12 nine T and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S.

BMW R 12 nine T vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R 12 nine T	1290 Super Adventure S
Price	₹ 20,90,000	₹ 22,73,900
Capacity	1170 cc	1301 cc
Power	107.5 bhp @ 7000 rpm	158 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Economy	--	--

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R 12 nine T

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₹ 20,90,000

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KTM

1290 Super Adventure S

Standard

₹ 22,73,900

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R 12 nine T

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1290 Super Adventure S

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	107.5 bhp @ 7,000 rpm	158 bhp @ 8,750 rpm
Max Torque	115 Nm @ 6,500 rpm	140 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	--
Top Speed (kmph)	215	--
Riding Modes	Rain, Road and Dynamic	--
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,170	1,301
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	--
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	101	108
Stroke (mm)	73	71
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Compression Ratio	12.0 : 1	13.1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	--
Cooling System	Air and Oil-Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	Single Plate Clutch	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	16	23
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	3.4	5
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	Upside-down fork, diameter 45 mm	WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever brace	WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	--
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	310	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	4	--
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	265	267
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	2	--
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	--
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	--
Front Tyre Size	180/55 - R17	--
Rear Tyre Size	120/17 - R17	--
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--

Dimensions & Chassis
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display		--
Instrument Console	Semi-Digital	Digital
Odometer	Analogue	--
Speedometer	Digital	--
Hazard Warning Indicator		--
Average Speed	--	--
OTA Updates	Not Available	--
Call/SMS Alerts	--	--
Geo Fencing		--
Distance to Empty	--	--
Stand Alarm		--
No. of Tripmeters	2	--
Tripmeter Type	Digital	--
Low Battery Indicator	--	--
Clock		--
Fuel Gauge	Digital	--
Tachometer	Digital	--
Gear Indicator		--
Low Fuel Indicator		--
Low Oil Indicator	--	--
Service Reminder Indicator	--	--
Battery	12 V / 10 Ah	--

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort

Additional Features

Colours

Blackstorm Metallic

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R 12 nine T

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BMW R 12 nine T Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	220	250
Seat Height (mm)	795	869
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	223
Overall Length (mm)	2,129	--
Overall Width (mm)	871	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,070	--
Wheelbase (mm)	--	--
Chassis Type	Tubular Space Frame	--

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)		--
Shift Light		--
Headlight Type	LED	LED
Brake/Tail Light	LED	--
Turn Signal	LED	--
Pass Light		--
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)		--

Cruise Control
Hazard Warning Lights		--
Start Type	Electric Start	--
Kill Switch		--
Traction Control		--

Pillion Backrest		--
Pillion Grab Rail		--
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat	--
Pillion Footrest		--

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster		--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		--
Additional Features	Chrome-Plated Header, On-Board Computer, Clutch Lever Adjustable, Handbrake Lever Adjustable, Keyless Ride, Tyre Pressure Control	--

Standard Warranty (year)	--	--
Standard Warranty (km)	--	--

Front Storage Box		--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)		--

GPS & Navigation	--	--
USB Charging Port		--

BMW R 12 nine T vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S