BMW R 1300 GS
BMW R 1300 GS
Standard
RM 140,500
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Standard
RM 135,800
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BMW R 1300 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1300 GS and KTM 1290 Super Duke R, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1300 GS priced at RM 140,500 while the KTM 1290 Super Duke R Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 135,800. Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Duke R engine displacement is 1301 while the BMW R 1300 GS houses a 1300 engine.

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Overview: R 1300 GS vs 1290 Super Duke R

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Maximum Power 145 hp 174.3 hp
Displacement 1300 cc 1301 cc

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DP RM 28,100 Installment : RM 1,642 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 27,200 Installment : RM 1,586 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
3 reviews
4.38/5
16 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Flagship boxer tackles every Malaysian mile

    It felt like magic when I pulled away on the new R 1300 GS, making slow U-turns outside my kedai kopi was stress-free. The extra grunt of the boxer...

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    Zakawat Jul 16, 2025 for BMW R 1300 GS
  • Usable and fun in a wide range of circumstances

    I got a chance to test the KTM 1290 Super Duke R against its sibling, and my verdict is definitive. In my opinion, KTM has done a wonderful job in...

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    F
    faizin Aug 13, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Duke R

From The Experts

Things we like
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Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

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Things we don't like
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Fewer choices for design and colour

No integrated navigation system

No anti-theft-alarm system

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1300 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 145 hp 174.3 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L 18.0 L
Maximum Torque 149 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air & Liquid Cooled Engine Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio 13.3 : 1 --
Bore X Stroke 106.5 mm x 73 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Exhaust Pipes 2 In 1 Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
RPM at Maximum Torque 6500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm --
Emission Control -- Euro 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Lubrication System -- Forced Oil Lubrication
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Super Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Wheel Base -- 1482 mm
Seat Height -- 835 mm
Dry Weight -- 195 kg
Ground Clearance -- 141 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Electronic

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R19 --
Rear Tyre 170/60 R17 --
Front Wheel Size R19 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R17 R17

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V, 11.2 Ah

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension -- WP Monoshock
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 156 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 125 mm
Front Suspension -- USD Telescopic Fork

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Leg Guards No No
Side Reflectors Yes --
Traction Control Yes Yes
Launch Control No Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Riding Modes Road,Touring Road,Touring Street, Sport, Rain, Track Street, Sport, Rain, Track
Shutter Lock No No
Wheel Lock Front/back Yes No
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Optional Optional
Central Locking -- Optional Optional
Advanced Safety Features -- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Turn Indicator Reset, Motor Slip Regulation, Anti-Wheelie Off
Back Rest -- No
Stability Control -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
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Console

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

Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights -- Yes
Accessory Outlet -- No

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
Body Frame Type Two-Section Two-Section Trellis Trellis
Side Wings Yes Yes
Chrome Garnish -- No
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control -- Yes
Height Adjustable Seats -- No
Additional Features -- Daytime Running Lights (LED) Daytime Running Lights (LED)

Videos of BMW R 1300 GS and KTM 1290 Super Duke R

  • KTM Superduke 1290 Test
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  • 2014 KTM 1290 Super Duke Review
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BMW R 1300 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R 1300 GS vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R?

R 1300 GS is priced at RM 140,500 and 1290 Super Duke R is priced at RM 135,800. Hence 1290 Super Duke R is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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