Watch KTM 990 Adventure vs BMW R1200GS. Equipment. 4 out of 5 (4/5) Panniers, Akrapovic exhausts, alarms, hard luggage – you name it, you can have it on your KTM 950/990 Adventure from the Firstly, I know KLR’s price puts it in a category on its own, and that’s no small detail to overlook. Yet, there’s a lot you get for another $3k-$4k. Yes, again that’s 50% of the total cost of a KLR, and I’m comparing apples to oranges in a way. The 2019 KTM is $1500 off at a dealer by me, down to $12k (Canadian). Die beiden Reiseenduros von KTM die KTM 1190 Adventure und KTM 1190 Adventure R im 1000PS Vergleichstest. Die "R" ist im Gelände tatsächlich besser die Adve And the Versys does 100kmph at just under 5K and 120kmph at just under 6K RPM. There are ancillary advantages too. The 390 engine is notoriously lacking in low-end torque, which isn’t much of a problem riding on the highways, but if you are intending to ride in the mountain/twisties, the that lack really comes across. Fragrant-Yak-3709. •. i own the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. The KTM is very dirt oriented and not as comfortable as the Tiger. The KTM is more nimble due to it's low tank design. Making it easier to handle in off-road conditions. The Tiger's weight is up high making it more difficult in slow technical terrain. Adventure bikes are as popular as ever, but the 2019 KTM 690 Enduro R proves you don't need multiple cylinders or fancy electronics to comfortably log hundreds of miles a day and have a great time There's a clue to the differences in KTM's own words: "With the new 1190 Adventure and R there is a more definite distinction between the two models than with the 990 Adventure. The R is definitely the bike for those who really will stray from the beaten path, fit some off-road tyres and go exploring - the bike is designed to do just that. Looking to give into motos and purchase a new 390 Adventure, as my first ever bike. When I spoke with the local leader he said that the new 2022 will be available this month. So is the upgrade worth it? Price difference is like $1k when compared to 2021. Can't to hear you through on this and your experience using this bike. I went from a KLR to a KTM 690r enduro and OMG!!! Since then it has been all KTMs. 690 to 500 to 1290 SAR to 790r. All have been great and even the 1290 SAR was better off road than the KLR. The 790 is still a heavy bike but carries the weight low and has good suspension so feels way way lighter than it is off road. The KTM 890 Adventure, on the other hand, boasts a larger 889cc, parallel-twin engine. It generates a substantial 105 horsepower and 74 lb-ft of torque. The bike’s wet weight stands at 467 lbs, making it slightly heavier than the Tuareg 660. It comes with a 6-speed transmission and a liquid-cooled engine. The KTM’s power is higher, but so 14va1.