KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Tiger 1200

Last Updated: October 30, 2026

Triumph Tiger 1200 price starts at Rs. 19.39 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.35 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, priced at Rs. 22.74 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 1290 Super Adventure S offers a claimed 17.54 kmpl, while the Tiger 1200 delivers 18.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the 1290 Super Adventure S uses a 1301cc engine producing 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm and the Tiger 1200 a 1160cc engine producing 150 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 1290 Super Adventure S and Tiger 1200, the Tiger 1200 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1290 Super Adventure S stands out for performance.

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1290 Super Adventure S vs Tiger 1200 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 1290 Super Adventure STriumph Tiger 1200
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 22.74 LakhRs. 19.39 Lakh
Mileage 17.54 kmpl18.8 kmpl
Engine 1301 cc1160 cc
Max power 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 250 Kg246 Kg

1290 Super Adventure S vs Tiger 1200 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 1290 Super Adventure S STDTriumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro
Rating
2 reviews
6 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 22.74 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 19.39 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75° Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm 150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Colors
Triumph Tiger 1200 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 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. 62,259 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 53,089 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 50,975 1290 Super Adventure S Insurance Rs. 46,095 Tiger 1200 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
1301 cc
1160 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
150 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
130 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
108 mm
90 mm
Stroke
71 mm
60.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Shaft Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Double ignition
Not Available
Compression Ratio
13.1
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
17.54 kmpl
18.8 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm/ Semi Active, Travel - 200 mm
Showa 49mm, semi-active damping USD forks. Wheel Travel 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Shock Absorber/ Semi Active, Electronically Regulated Preload, Travel - 200 mm
Wheel Travel 200 mm Showa semi-active damping monoshock with automatic electronic preload adjustment and New Active Preload Reduction feature. Depending on the combined weight of rider, pillion and lu

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
35 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
35 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Front :-120/70-19,Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
220 kg
Not Available
Seat height
869 mm
850 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
5 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1557 mm
1560 mm
Ground Clearance
223 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1436 mm
Width
Not Available
849 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
23 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
250 Kg
246 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
267 mm
282 mm

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

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

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

Is Triumph Tiger 1200 Better Than KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

100% users have chosen Triumph Tiger 1200 over KTM 1290 Super Adventure S in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 23 users have also rated Triumph Tiger 1200 and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 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 Tiger 1200 1290 Super Adventure S
Mileage 3.5 3.5
Performance 4.2 2.5
Comfort 4.7 3.5
Maintenance 3.8 4.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is best for long journeys, Tiger 1200 or BMW GS1200? Which one I should buy?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as currently, both these bikes are not available for sale in the market. Moreover, the Tiger 1200 has always been an impressive motorcycle and with the new updates, it is expected to be an even better tourer. Stay tuned for more updates. Read More: - The Big Cat’s Finally Out Of The Bag… Almost
  • If you compare between Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GS then go for Tiger 1200.But if you compare Tiger 1200 & BMW 1250 GSA then I prefer BMW 1250 GSA because it will give you more comfort then Tiger 1200.
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Vs Triumph Tiger 1200 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
The Triumph Tiger 1200 is cheaper than KTM 1290 Super Adventure S by ₹3.35 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Triumph Tiger 1200?
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. Whereas for the GT Pro version, 1160 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 1200 produces 150 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 130 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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