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KTM 1290 Super Adventure Vs BMW S 1000 R comparison

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₹ 22.74 Lakh
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure Vs BMW S 1000 R Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the 1290 Super Adventure Vs S 1000 R on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

1290 Super Adventure Vs S 1000 R – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW S 1000 R in New Delhi starts at ₹ 21.27 Lakh. On the other hand, KTM 1290 Super Adventure price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 22.74 Lakh.

SummaryKTM 1290 Super AdventureBMW S 1000 R
Price₹ 22.74 Lakh₹ 21.27 Lakh
ManufacturerKTMBMW
Body TypeSportsSports
Mileage17.50 KM/L16.10 KM/L
Power160.00 bhp162.00 bhp
Engine1301.0 CC999.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

1290 Super Adventure Vs S 1000 R – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW S 1000 R base engine returns 16 KM/L. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure base returns 18 KM/L.

1290 Super Adventure Vs S 1000 R – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW S 1000 R gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM 1290 Super Adventure comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°Water/Oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke In-line Engine, Four Valve
Engine CC 1301.0 CC999.0 CC
Engine Power 160.00162.00
Max Torque 140.00114.00
Top Speed 250 kmph200 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BS6
Valves per Cylinder 44
Cooling System Liquid CooledWater/oil-Cooled
Fuel Delivery Keihin EMS With RBW And Cruise Control, Double IgnitionElectronic Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism Electric StarterSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2090 mm2090 mm
Width 831 mm812 mm
Height 1190 mm1115 mm
Wheelbase N/A1450 mm
Ground Clearance 223 mm140 mm
Kerb Weight 250 kg199 kg
Seat Height 869 mm830 mm
Chassis Type Chrome-moly Tubular Space Frame, Powder-coatedBridge-type Aluminium Laminate Frame With Load-bearing Engine

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 23.0 L16.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A4.0 L
Mileage 17.50 KM/L16.10 KM/L
Overall Riding Range 402 km265 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension WP SAT (semi-active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 MmUpside-down Telescopic Fork Ø 46 Mm, Compression And Rebound Stage Adjustable
Rear Suspension WP SAT (semi-active Technology) Shock AbsorberAluminium 2-sided Swing Arm, Rebound Damping Adjustable
Front Brake Type DiscTwin Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size 320 mm320 mm
Rear Brake Type DiscDisc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 267 mm220 mm
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless
Front Tyre 120/70 ZR19120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre 170/60 ZR17190/55 ZR 17
Wheel Type AlloyCast Aluminium Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument ConsoleDigital DisplayTFT Digital
OdometerDigitalDigital
SpeedometerDigitalDigital
Fuel GaugeDigitalDigital
Start MechanismPush-Button StartSelf-Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorYesYes
Stand IndicatorYesYes
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorYesYes
Gear IndicatorYesYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesYes
Pillion Seat TypeSeparateSplit Seat
Remote KeyYesNo
Cruise ControlYesNo
Elegant Designcross-
Fine-Atomising Injectors & Dual Throttle Valvescross-
Heat Management Technologycross-
Modern Instrumentationcross-
Ninja Stylingcross-
World's Smallest ABS Unitcross-
Coloured TFT display with BMW Motorrad Connectivity-cross
One-piece seat bench-cross
Rear pre-load adjustable-cross
Rear rebound adjustable-cross
Riding Modes Rain/Road-cross
Upside down fork-cross

Safety Features

Traction ControlYesYes
ABSYesDual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-TheftYesNo

Electricals

Head LightLEDLED
Tail LightLEDLED
Turn Signal LampYesYes
DRLsYesYes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)YesYes
Hazard Warning IndicatorYesYes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone ConnectivityYesYes
Bluetooth ConnectivityYesYes
Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
GPS & NavigationYesYes
USB Charging PortYesYes
SOSYesYes

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty3 Years3 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty3 Years3 Years

Additonal Features

Dual Throttle Valvescross-
Race-Derived Clutch Technology & Smoother Shift Feelcross-
Semi-Digital Instrument Clustercross-

Key Features

Adjustable hand brake and clutch levers-cross

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