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BMW K 1600 B
BMW K 1600 B
Standard
RM 173,500
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Standard
RM 137,800
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BMW K 1600 B vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW K 1600 B and KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW K 1600 B priced at RM 173,500 while the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 137,800. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S engine displacement is 1301 while the BMW K 1600 B houses a 1649 engine.

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Overview: K 1600 B vs 1290 Super Adventure S

Brand BMW Malaysia KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 173,500 BMW K 1600 B Price RM 137,800 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price
Variant BMW K 1600 B Standard 1290 Super Adventure S Standard
User Rating 4.56 K 1600 B reviews 4.54 1290 Super Adventure S reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1649 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 158 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 34,700 Installment : RM 2,027 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 27,600 Installment : RM 1,609 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.56/5
16 reviews
4.54/5
13 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Smooth Touring Motorcycle with Premium Comfort

    The BMW K 1600 stands out for its refinement. I’ve used it for long tours across Malaysia, and the ride quality is unmatched. The inline-six engine...

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    Adiputera Sep 24, 2025 for BMW K 1600 B

From The Experts

Things we like

Luxurious travelling

Power-packed engine

Riding comfort at its best

Low comfortable seats

3 years manufacturers warranty

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Powerful engine

Great touring abilities

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Things we don't like

Heavyweight

Not Beginner-friendly

Costlier than competing models

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Mammoth size and power not for beginner riders

A large turning radius can be cumbersome for city riding

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1649 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 158 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 26.5 L 23 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
Top Speed 200 kmph --
No. Of Cylinder 6 2
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 --
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 2 --
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast Single Exhaust
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 2-Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine
Lubrication System Dry Sump Forced Oil
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 138 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Alternator 700 W --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Injection Type Indirect Injection Fuel Injection
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Torque 5250 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm --
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Dimension

Category Touring Adventure Touring
Kerb Weight 336 kg --
Height 1465 mm --
Length 2489 mm --
Gross Weight 560 kg --
Seat Height 750 mm 849 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Wheel Base 1618 mm --
Width 1000 mm --
Ground Clearance -- 223 mm
Dry Weight -- 220 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Reserve 4.0 L --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System EFI Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 115 mm 200 mm
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever WP SAT USD
Rear Suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever WP SAT Shock absorber
Suspension Travel(Rear) 125 mm 200 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 19 Ah --

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 R19
Rear Tyre 190/55 ZR17 170/60 R17
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17
Tyre Type Runflat Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size R17 R19

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Optional Optional --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Stability Control Yes --
Back Rest Optional Optional No
Leg Guards No No
Central Locking Yes No
Traction Control Yes Yes
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road Street, Sport, Offroad Street, Sport, Offroad
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes No
Advanced Safety Features -- Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Analog Analog Digital Digital
Navigator Yes No
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No No
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Yes --
Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Bridge Bridge Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space
Side Wings Yes Yes

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Accessory Outlet -- Yes

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Yes

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BMW K 1600 B vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW K 1600 B vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?

K 1600 B is priced at RM 173,500 and 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at RM 137,800. Hence 1290 Super Adventure S is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Things we like in K 1600 B

Luxurious travelling

Power-packed engine

Riding comfort at its best

Low comfortable seats

3 years manufacturers warranty

Things we don't like in K 1600 B

Heavyweight

Not Beginner-friendly

Costlier than competing models

Things we like in 1290 Super Adventure S

Powerful engine

Great touring abilities

Things we don't like in 1290 Super Adventure S

Mammoth size and power not for beginner riders

A large turning radius can be cumbersome for city riding

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