BMW R1250GS vs KTM 1190 Adventure

BMW R1250GS vs KTM 1190 Adventure side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: 2019-2023 and 2013-2016.

Key differences

SpecsBMW R1250GSKTM 1190 Adventure
Years2019-20232013-2016
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceFull A onlyFull A only
Engine1254 cc, 2 cyl.1195 cc, 2 cyl.
Power100 kW / 134 bhp110 kW / 148 bhp (best value)
Torque143 Nm at 6250 rpm-
Weight249 kg (kerb weight)235 kg (kerb weight) (best value)
Seat height850 mm (low seat 820 mm)890 mm
Suspension travelfront 190 mm, rear 200 mmfront 190 mm, rear 190 mm
Max loadno datano data
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualchain, manual
Tank20 l23 l (best value)
Fuel use52 mpg (5.4 l/100 km) (best value)42 mpg (6.8 l/100 km)
Range on one tank200 miles (best value)180 miles
Used price (estimate)£11,500 - £14,100£9,200 - £10,800

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BMW R1250GS: Watch out

  • Expensive parts
  • Top-heavy when stopped
  • Popular with thieves
  • Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
  • Heavy: 230 kg or more

KTM 1190 Adventure: Watch out

  • Expensive parts
  • Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
  • Heavy: 230 kg or more

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