BMW R1300GS vs KTM 1390 Super Adventure S
BMW R1300GS vs KTM 1390 Super Adventure S side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2024 and since 2025.
Key differences
- More power: KTM 1390 Super Adventure S (127 vs 107 kW)
- Lighter: BMW R1300GS (237 vs 244 kg, with fluids)
- Lower seat: BMW R1300GS (850 vs 867 mm)
| Specs | BMW R1300GS | KTM 1390 Super Adventure S |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2024 | since 2025 |
| Type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Licence | A only | A only |
| Engine | 1300 cm³, 2 cyl. | 1350 cm³, 2 cyl. |
| Power | 107 kW / 145 hp | 127.2 kW / 173 hp |
| Weight | 237 kg (with fluids) | 244 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (low seat 800 mm) | 867 mm (low seat 847 mm) |
| ABS | ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | shaft, manual | chain, manual |
| Tank | 19 l | 23 l |
| Fuel use | 5.3 l/100 km | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 310 km | 310 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £14,300 - £16,300 | £15,600 - £16,700 |
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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: Weak points
- Expensive parts
- Tall seat: 850 mm or more - see "Will your feet reach the ground?"
- Heavy: 230 kg or more
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.