Bmw F 850 Gs Adventure vs Ktm Adventure 890
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw F 850 Gs Adventure
Ktm Adventure 890
Horsepower (hp)
95 hp
105 hp
Torque (Nm)
92 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
244 kg
208 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
95 hp @ 8,250 rpm
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
92 Nm @ 6,250 rpm
100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h
210 km/h (estimated)
Weight
244 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
5.0–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–20 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Bmw F 850 Gs Adventure
8.0/10
"A genuinely capable adventure bike that earns its premium used price."
Pros
+Strong low-down torque delivery
+Excellent long-distance comfort
+Quality suspension hardware
Cons
−TFT screen moisture issues
−Pricey BMW dealer servicing
−Heavy for serious off-road
Ktm Adventure 890
8.5/10
"Buy a clean history example and you'll rarely want anything else."
Pros
+Razor-sharp handling for class
+Brilliant engine character throughout
+WP suspension genuinely adjustable
Cons
−Electrical gremlins on neglected bikes
−Chain wear accelerates off-road
−Fuel range barely adequate touring