Ktm 1290 Super Adventure vs Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R
Horsepower (hp)
160 hp
160 hp
Torque (Nm)
138 Nm
138 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
230 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
228 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
160 hp @ 8,500 rpm
160 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
138 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
138 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h (electronically limited; estimated)
230 km/h (estimated; electronically influenced)
Weight
228 kg (curb/wet weight, model year dependent — note: varies slightly between S and R variants)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5–8.0 L/100km (real-world average, varies with riding style)
6.5–8.5 L/100km (typical real-world average, depending on riding style)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure
8.5/10
"The fastest way to feel inadequate while grinning uncontrollably."
Pros
+Ridiculous V-twin grunt
+Best-in-class electronics suite
+Surprisingly capable off-road
Cons
−Expensive dealer servicing
−Water pump known weakness
−Heavy at low speeds
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R
8.5/10
"Uncompromising adventure weapon — buy one with full service history only."
Pros
+Savage, usable V-twin power
+Off-road capability surprisingly genuine
+Best-in-class electronics package
Cons
−Expensive dealer service intervals
−Known idle hunting issues
−Heavy at low speeds
Top 10 Accessories
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