Here is a price and spec based comparison of the BMW R 1300 GS and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is cheaper, retailing at Rs 2,273,900 whereas the BMW R 1300 GS sells at Rs 2,324,923. The BMW R 1300 GS has the smaller engine here, at 1300cc, producing 158bhp and , while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is powered by a 1301cc engine which produces 145bhp and . The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has a claimed mileage of 17.5 kmpl and the BMW R 1300 GS has a claimed mileage of 21kmpl. Read on for a detailed specification comparison.
| Price |
2,324,923
Ex-Showroom Price
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2,273,900
Ex-Showroom Price
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| CC | 1,300 cc | 1,301 cc | |
| Weight | 237 kg | 250 kg | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 litres | 23 litres | |
| BHP | 145 bhp @ 7,750 rpm | 158 bhp @ 8,750 rpm |
| Brakes & Wheels | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | |
| Front Brake | -- | -- | |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 inch | 19 inch | |
| Rear Brake | -- | -- | |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | |
| Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch | 17 inch | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Size | -- | -- | |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | |
| Wheel Size | -- | -- | |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | |
| Dimensions | |||
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 litres | 23 litres | |
| Ground Clearance | -- | 223 mm | |
| Kerb Weight | 237 kg | 250 kg | |
| Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) | -- | -- | |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 4 litres | 5 litres | |
| Seat Height | 850 mm | 869 mm | |
| Seat Length | -- | -- | |
| Wheelbase | 1,518 mm | 1,557 mm | |
| Manufacturer Warranty | |||
| Standard Warranty (km) | Unlimited km | 50,000 km | |
| Standard Warranty (Years) | 3 year | 2 year | |
| Vehicle Warranty | -- | -- | |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | 12V, 11.2Ah | |
| Bore x Stroke | -- | -- | |
| Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch | |
| Compression Ratio | 13.3 : 1 | 13.1 | |
| Cooling System | Air/Liquid Cooled | Liquid Cooled | |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 1,301 cc | |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 | |
| Engine Type | -- | -- | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | |
| Max Power | 145 bhp @ 7,750 rpm | 158 bhp @ 8,750 rpm | |
| Max Torque | 149 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 140 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | |
| Mileage - ARAI | 21 kmpl | 17.5 kmpl | |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | -- | -- | |
| Riding Modes | Eco, Rain, Road and Enduro | Sport, Street, Rain and Off-Road | |
| Riding Range | 399 km | 402.5 km | |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder | |
| Top Speed | 225 kmph | 230 kmph | |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | |
| Transmission Type | Shaft Drive | Chain Drive | |
| Service & Maintenance Schedule | |||
| 1st Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 1st Service (km) | -- | -- | |
| 2nd Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 2nd Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 3rd Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 3rd Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 4th Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 4th Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service (Days) | -- | -- | |
| 5th Service (Kms) | -- | -- | |
| No. of Free Services | 0 | 0 | |
| Suspensions & Chassis | |||
| Chassis Type | Two-part frame consisting of main frame, bolted rear frame | Tubular Space Frame | |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm | |
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber | |
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes | |
| List of Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Features | Hill Start Control (HSC), Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM), Keyless Ride | Ride-by-Wire, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) | |
| Automatic Start Stop | -- | No | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | -- | Yes | |
| Average Speed | Yes | Yes | |
| Boot Light | -- | -- | |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED | LED | |
| Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes | |
| Clock | Yes | Yes | |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes | |
| Distance to Empty | No | Yes | |
| Document Storage | -- | -- | |
| DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) | Yes | Yes | |
| Engine Temperature Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Front Storage Box | No | No | |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital | |
| Fuel Lid | -- | -- | |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Gear Shift Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Geo Fencing | No | No | |
| GPS & Navigation | Map Navigation | Turn by Turn Navigation | |
| Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Hazard Warning Lights | Yes | Yes | |
| Headlight | -- | -- | |
| Headlight Type | LED | LED | |
| Helmet Hooks | -- | -- | |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Instrument Console | -- | -- | |
| Instrument Console Type | Digital | Digital | |
| Keyless Lock/Unlock | -- | -- | |
| Kill Switch | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Luggage Hooks | -- | -- | |
| Malfunction Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Phone Connectivity | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | |
| OTA Updates | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Parking Brake | -- | -- | |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | |
| Pillion Comfort | -- | -- | |
| Pillion Seat | Stepped Seat | Stepped Seat | |
| Quickshifter | Yes | -- | |
| Real Time Mileage Indicator | -- | -- | |
| Saree Guard | Yes | Yes | |
| Seat Opening Switch | -- | -- | |
| Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes | |
| Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off | Yes | Yes | |
| Silencer Cover | Yes | Yes | |
| Silent Start | -- | No | |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | |
| Start Type | Self Start | Self Start | |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | |
| Touch Screen Display | No | No | |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes | |
| Tripmeter | -- | -- | |
| Turn Signal | LED | LED | |
| Under Seat Storage | No | No | |
| USB Charging Port | Yes | Yes | |
| Vehicle Location Tracking | -- | -- | |
| Voice Assist | -- | -- | |