BMW R1300GS vs KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO

BMW R1300GS vs KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2024 and since 2025.

Key differences

SpecsBMW R1300GSKTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO
Yearssince 2024since 2025
TypeAdventureAdventure
LicenceA onlyA only
Engine1300 cm³, 2 cyl.1350 cm³, 2 cyl.
Power107 kW / 145 hp127.2 kW / 173 hp
Weight237 kg (with fluids)245 kg (with fluids)
Seat height850 mm (low seat 800 mm)867 mm (low seat 847 mm)
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxshaft, manualAMT (automated manual: normal gearbox, no clutch lever, shifts itself or by button)
Tank19 l23 l
Fuel use5.3 l/100 km6.7 l/100 km
Range on one tank310 km300 km
Used price (estimate)£14,300 - £16,300£17,500 - £18,700
New price (official list, DE)-£19,800

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BMW R1300GS: Weak points

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

KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO: Weak points

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

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