BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R

Last Updated: October 23, 2026

BMW R 1250 GS price starts at Rs. 20.55 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.41 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1390 Super Duke R, priced at Rs. 22.96 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 1250 GS offers a claimed 21.05 kmpl, while the 1390 Super Duke R delivers 16.94 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 1250 GS uses a 1254cc engine producing 136 PS @ 7750 rpm and the 1390 Super Duke R a 1350cc engine producing 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1250 GS and 1390 Super Duke R, the R 1250 GS is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1390 Super Duke R stands out for performance and a lighter kerb weight.

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R 1250 GS vs 1390 Super Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1250 GSKTM 1390 Super Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.55 LakhRs. 22.96 Lakh
Mileage 21.05 kmpl16.94 kmpl
Engine 1254 cc1350 cc
Max power 136 PS @ 7750 rpm190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Top speed 200 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 249 Kg210 Kg

R 1250 GS vs 1390 Super Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1250 GS Pro BS6KTM 1390 Super Duke R STD
Rating
21 reviews
1 review
Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.55 Lakh Rs. 22.96 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 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 1390 Super Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 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. 62,858 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 51,294 1390 Super Duke R 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
250 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
1350 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
136 PS @ 7750 rpm
190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
143 Nm @ 6250 rpm
145 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
102.5 mm
110 mm
Stroke
76 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double Ignition
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
13.2:1

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

Suspension-Front
Not Available
Wp Apex Usd Ø 48 mm, Wheel Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Wp Apex Linkage Shock, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-R19, Rear :-170/60-R17
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-200/55-17
Peak Power
136 PS @ 7750 rpm
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 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
200.5 kg
Seat height
850 - 870 mm
834 mm
Load carrying capacity
216 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2207*952*1430 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1514 mm
1491 mm
Length
2207 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
149 mm
Height
1430 mm
Not Available
Width
952.5 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 Liters
17.5 L
Kerb Weight
249 Kg
210 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
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.8AH
12V / 11.2AH
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, Cast Aluminium Composite
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,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
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Sports Tourer Bikes
Sports 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
Yes
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
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
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 1390 Super Duke R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
The BMW R 1250 GS is cheaper than KTM 1390 Super Duke R by ₹2.41 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R?
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, 1350 cc Petrol engine of 1390 Super Duke R produces 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 145 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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