BMW S 1000 RR vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Last Updated: October 29, 2026

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S price starts at Rs. 22.74 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.01 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW S 1000 RR, priced at Rs. 23.75 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the S 1000 RR offers a claimed 15.6 kmpl, while the 1290 Super Adventure S delivers 17.54 kmpl. On the performance front, the S 1000 RR uses a 999cc engine producing 209.38 PS @ 13750 rpm and the 1290 Super Adventure S a 1301cc engine producing 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the S 1000 RR and 1290 Super Adventure S, the S 1000 RR is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the 1290 Super Adventure S stands out for mileage.

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S 1000 RR vs 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison Summary

Specification BMW S 1000 RRKTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 23.75 LakhRs. 22.74 Lakh
Mileage 15.6 kmpl17.54 kmpl
Engine 999 cc1301 cc
Max power 209.38 PS @ 13750 rpm160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 197 Kg250 Kg

S 1000 RR vs 1290 Super Adventure S Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW S 1000 RR STDKTM 1290 Super Adventure S STD
Rating
2 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 23.75 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 22.74 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Water Oil Cooled 4 Cylinder 4 Stroke Inline Engine, Four Valves Per Cylinder 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Max Power 209.38 PS @ 13750 rpm 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW S 1000 RR Colors
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 65,027 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 62,259 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,448 S 1000 RR Insurance Rs. 50,975 1290 Super Adventure S Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
303 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Water Oil Cooled 4 Cylinder 4 Stroke Inline Engine, Four Valves Per Cylinder
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
999 cc
1301 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
209.38 PS @ 13750 rpm
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
113 Nm @ 11000 rpm
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
80 mm
108 mm
Stroke
49.7 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double ignition
Compression Ratio
13.3 : 1
13.1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
15.6 kmpl
17.54 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
3.21s
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Telescopic Fork, Diameter 45 mm, Spring Preload, Rebound And Compression Stages Adjustable, Travel - 120 mm
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm/ Semi Active, Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Aluminium Swing Arm, Full Floater Pro, Compression And Rebound Damping Adjustable, Adjustable Spring Preload, Travel - 118 mm
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Shock Absorber/ Semi Active, Electronically Regulated Preload, Travel - 200 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
35 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-ZR17, Rear :-190/55-ZR17
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
175 kg
220 kg
Seat height
832 mm
869 mm
Load carrying capacity
209 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
5 L
Gross Weight
407 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2073*848*1205 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1456 mm
1557 mm
Length
2073 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
223 mm
Height
1205 mm
Not Available
Width
848 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.5 L
23 L
Kerb Weight
197 Kg
250 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
267 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
12V / 11.2AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Bridge Type Frame, Cast Aluminium, Co Supporting Engine
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated (Sunframe - Aluminum, Powder Coated)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Off-Road,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Gear Shift Assistant Pro, ABS Pro, M GPS Laptrigger, Dynamic Brake Control, Tyre Pressure Control, On-board Computer
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Ride By Wire
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminum, tapered
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Super Bikes, Sports Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Is KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Better Than BMW S 1000 RR?

100% users have chosen KTM 1290 Super Adventure S over BMW S 1000 RR in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 7 users have also rated KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and BMW S 1000 RR on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 1290 Super Adventure S S 1000 RR
Mileage 3.5 5.0
Performance 2.5 5.0
Comfort 3.5 5.0
Maintenance 4.5 5.0
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BMW S 1000 RR Vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW S 1000 RR vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BMW S 1000 RR vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is cheaper than BMW S 1000 RR by ₹1.01 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW S 1000 RR vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
For the STD version, 999 cc Petrol engine of S 1000 RR produces 209.38 PS @ 13750 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 11000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 1301 cc Petrol engine of 1290 Super Adventure S produces 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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