BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. The ex-showroom price of BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is ₹ 22,50,000 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is ₹ 22,73,900. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure is available in 4 colours 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 1250 GS Adventure and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S.

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	R 1250 GS Adventure	1290 Super Adventure S
Price	₹ 22,50,000	₹ 22,73,900
Capacity	1254 cc	1301 cc
Power	134.1 bhp @ 7750 rpm	158 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Economy	--	--

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R 1250 GS Adventure

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₹ 22,50,000

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1290 Super Adventure S

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₹ 22,73,900

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R 1250 GS Adventure

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	134.1 bhp @ 7,750 rpm	158 bhp @ 8,750 rpm
Max Torque	143 Nm @ 6,250 rpm	140 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Riding Range (km)	630	--
Top Speed (kmph)	200	--
Riding Modes	Eco, Rain and Road	--
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,254	1,301
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	21	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	--
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	--
Cylinders	2	2
Bore (mm)	102.5	108
Stroke (mm)	76	71
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Compression Ratio	12.5 : 1	13.1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	--
Cooling System	Air/Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	30	23
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	4	5
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 1.5" (37 mm), central spring strut	WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension	Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever	WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	--
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	305	320
Caliper - Front (Piston)	4	--
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	276	267
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	2	--
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	19	--
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	--
Front Tyre Size	120/70 - R19	--
Rear Tyre Size	170/60 - R17	--
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	36	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	42	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	36	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	42	--

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Maintenance Schedule

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display		--
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	--
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 / 11.8 Ah, maintenance-free	--

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

Colours

	Ice Grey
	Style Rallye
	Style Triple Black
	GS Trophy

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

22 Ratings

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I love this bike for adventure, touring, 4-5 days of riding, etc In bmw r 1250 gs Adv

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BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	268	250
Seat Height (mm)	890	869
Ground Clearance (mm)	--	223
Overall Length (mm)	2,270	--
Overall Width (mm)	980	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,460	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,504	--
Chassis Type	Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine	--

Standard Warranty (year)	3	--
Standard Warranty (km)	Unlimited	--

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	--	--

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

GPS & Navigation		--
USB Charging Port		--

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S