BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Last Updated: September 19, 2026

BMW R 1250 GS price starts at Rs. 20.55 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.19 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, priced at Rs. 22.74 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 1250 GS offers a claimed 21.05 kmpl, while the 1290 Super Adventure S delivers 17.54 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 1250 GS uses a 1254cc engine producing 136 PS @ 7750 rpm and the 1290 Super Adventure S a 1301cc engine producing 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1250 GS and 1290 Super Adventure S, the R 1250 GS is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1290 Super Adventure S stands out for performance.

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R 1250 GS vs 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1250 GSKTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.55 LakhRs. 22.74 Lakh
Mileage 21.05 kmpl17.54 kmpl
Engine 1254 cc1301 cc
Max power 136 PS @ 7750 rpm160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Top speed 200 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 249 Kg250 Kg

R 1250 GS vs 1290 Super Adventure S Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1250 GS Pro BS6KTM 1290 Super Adventure S STD
Rating
21 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.55 Lakh Rs. 22.74 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Max Power 136 PS @ 7750 rpm 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke - Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 62,259 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 50,975 1290 Super Adventure S Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air/liquid-cooled four stroke flat twin engine, double overhead camshaft, one balance shaft and variable engine timing system BMW ShiftCam
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
1254 cc
1301 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
136 PS @ 7750 rpm
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
143 Nm @ 6250 rpm
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
102.5 mm
108 mm
Stroke
76 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double ignition
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
13.1

Front Brake
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
21.05 kmpl
17.54 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
3.6s
Not Available
Top Speed
200 kmph
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Reserve
4 L
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm/ Semi Active, Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Shock Absorber/ Semi Active, Electronically Regulated Preload, Travel - 200 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
35 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-R19, Rear :-170/60-R17
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Peak Power
136 PS @ 7750 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 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)
Spoke - Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
220 kg
Seat height
850 - 870 mm
869 mm
Load carrying capacity
216 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
5 L
Length*Width*Height
2207*952*1430 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1514 mm
1557 mm
Length
2207 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
223 mm
Height
1430 mm
Not Available
Width
952.5 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 Liters
23 L
Kerb Weight
249 Kg
250 Kg
Total Weight
465 kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
850 - 870 mm
Not Available
Front Brake Size
305 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
276 mm
267 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.8AH
12V / 11.2AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
Not Available
Alternator
Three-phase generator with 510 Watt nominal power
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Two-section frame, front- and bolted on rear frame, load-bearing engine
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated (Sunframe - Aluminum, Powder Coated)
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Off-Road,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Ride By Wire
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminum, tapered
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Display
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Techometer
Digital
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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BMW R 1250 GS Vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
As per the users experiences BMW R 1250 GS is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and comfort in your bike. But KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is better on the grounds of maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The BMW R 1250 GS is cheaper than KTM 1290 Super Adventure S by ₹2.19 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
For the Pro BS6 version, 1254 cc Petrol engine of R 1250 GS produces 136 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 143 Nm @ 6250 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 the BMW R 1250 GS has better performance.

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