1290 Super Adventure S vs R1300GS

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM

Ex-showroom

₹165,000 - ₹2,273,900

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BMW R1300GS

BMW

Ex-showroom

₹400,000 - ₹2,295,000

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Start with price: KTM 1290 Super Adventure S at ₹165,000 - ₹2,273,900; BMW R1300GS at ₹400,000 - ₹2,295,000.

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Starting Price

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

₹165,000 - ₹2,273,900

BMW R1300GS

₹400,000 - ₹2,295,000

Power

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

160 HP @ 8750 rpm

BMW R1300GS

12V Socket

Torque

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

140 Nm @ 6500 rpm

BMW R1300GS

Engine Drag Torque Control

Mileage / Range

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

18 kmpl (Approx.)

BMW R1300GS

BMW R1300GS mileage is 4.8 kmpl (company-claimed).

Length

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

2212 mm

Width

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

1000 mm

Ground Clearance

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

223 mm

BMW R1300GS

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

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BMW R1300GS

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Detailed Specifications

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Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

48mm WP SAT (Semi-Active Technology) Upside-Down

BMW R1300GS

BMW Motorrad EVO-Telelever, Handlebar Tilting Decoupeled via Flex Element, Central Shock Absorber

Cruise Control

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

DCC (Dynamic Cruise Control With Brake Function)

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BS6 Phase 2

BMW R1300GS

BS6 Phase 2

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

The World Just Got Smaller

BMW R1300GS

"Let's Set the Pace Together"

Ride Modes

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Off-Road Ride Mode

BMW R1300GS

Eco, Rain, Road, Enduro, Enduro Pro, Dynamic, and Dynamic Pro.

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Bore

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

108 mm

BMW R1300GS

106.5 mm

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

19 inch

BMW R1300GS

3.00 x 19“

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

13.1

BMW R1300GS

13.3 : 1

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Forced Oil Lubrication with 3 Oil Pumps

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges + 1% TDS. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

BMW R1300GS

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Digital

BMW R1300GS

Digital

Service Reminder

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

Li-Ion Starter Battery

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Chrome-Moly Tubular Space Frame, Powder-Coated

BMW R1300GS

Two-Part Frame Consisting of Main Frame, Bolted Rear Frame, and Load-Bearing Engine

Maintenance Service Intervals

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

15,000 kms

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

ABS

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Cornering ABS

BMW R1300GS

BMW Full Integral ABS Pro

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S price is Rs 22.74 lakh (ex-showroom).

BMW R1300GS

BMW R1300GS price is Rs 20.95 lakh (ex-showroom).

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

200 mm

BMW R1300GS

200 mm

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Digital

BMW R1300GS

Digital

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

LED

BMW R1300GS

LED

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

223 mm

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Mobile Phone Connectivity Via Bluetooth

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

250 kg

BMW R1300GS

237 kg

On Road Price

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S on road price is Rs 26.17 lakh in Delhi, Rs 27.06 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 26.49 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 26.83 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest KTM dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

BMW R1300GS

BMW R1300GS on road price is Rs 24.11 lakh in Delhi, Rs 24.93 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 24.41 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 24.72 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Clutch

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

PASC (TM) Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated

BMW R1300GS

Wet Clutch, Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Operated

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Adventure

BMW R1300GS

Adventure

Riding Modes

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Available

BMW R1300GS

Available

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

200 mm

BMW R1300GS

190 mm

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

Performance

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

*****

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Digital

BMW R1300GS

Digital

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Head Light

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

LED

BMW R1300GS

LED Matrix Headlight

Traction Control System

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

1557 mm

BMW R1300GS

1518 mm

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

129 g/km

BMW R1300GS

110 g/km

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Orange

BMW R1300GS

Light White

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

****

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Clock

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Digital

BMW R1300GS

Digital

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R1300GS

Dry Weight

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

227 kg

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

WP SAT (Semi-Active Technology) Shock Absorber

BMW R1300GS

BMW Motorrad EVO-Paralever, Cast Aluminium Single-Sided Swingarm, Transversal Connected Swing Arm Bearings, Central WAD Spring Strut, Spring Preload Fully Adjustable

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Top Speed is 225 kmph (approximate).

BMW R1300GS

BMW R1300GS top speed is 225 kmph (company-claimed).

Design

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

****

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

USB Charging

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R 1300 GS, Triumph Tiger 1200, Ducati Multistrada V4, BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, Harley Davidson Pan America 1250

BMW R1300GS

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure, Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, Triumph Tiger 1200, Honda Africa Twin, Ducati DesertX, Ducati Multistrada V4, Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200

Braking System

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

BMW R1300GS

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Stroke

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

71 mm

BMW R1300GS

73 mm

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

17 inch

BMW R1300GS

4.50 x 17“

Cooling

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Liquid Cooled

BMW R1300GS

Air/Liquid Cooled

Odometer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Digital

BMW R1300GS

Digital

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is a premium sports tourer that gets power from a familiar 1301cc, twin cylinder engine producing 160 HP and 140 Nm of torque. This huge power value is available in accessible range. It comes with premium equipment like tyre pressure monitoring system, cornering ABS, ride by wire throttle and traction control for best ever riding experience. The bike weighs just 250 kg and comes with long travel suspension for handling bad roads with much ease. The front fascia resembles the one seen on all KTM models but in this case, it is huge in size.

BMW R1300GS

Not listed

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Different

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Yes

BMW R1300GS

Passenger Kit - Comfort Passenger Footrests

Inner Leg Curve

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

1900 mm

Caster

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

112 mm

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Yes

LED Indicator Lights

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Multifunctional Indicator Lights Rear

Voltage

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

12V

Heated Grips

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Alternator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Three-Phase Alternator with 650 W (Nominal Power)

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

170/60-R17

Maximum Payload

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

228 kg

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Cross Spoke Wheels with Golden Rim

Clutch Operation

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Anti Hopping Clutch

Keyless Start

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Keyless Ride

Front Tyre

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

120/70-R19

Permitted Total Weight

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

465 kg

Neutral Indicator

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Yes

Immobilizer

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Electronic Immobilizer

Driveline

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Shaft Drive

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

LED

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

Claw-Shifted 6-Speed Gearbox

Shift Type

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

BMW Shiftcam

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

63.8°

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

LED

Capacity

Other Features

Same

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Not listed

BMW R1300GS

10Ah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 1290 Super Adventure S vs R1300GS

Which is better among KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R1300GS?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R1300GS by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R1300GS prices compare?

Based on the available data, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is listed with ₹165,000 - ₹2,273,900, while BMW R1300GS is listed with ₹400,000 - ₹2,295,000. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW R1300GS?

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