KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Standard
RM 137,800
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KTM 1290 Super Duke R
KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Standard
RM 135,800
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and KTM 1290 Super Duke R, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S priced at RM 137,800 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 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S houses a 1301 engine.

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Overview: 1290 Super Adventure S vs 1290 Super Duke R

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1301 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 158 hp 174.3 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.54/5
13 reviews
4.38/5
16 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • 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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    faizin Aug 13, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Duke R

From The Experts

Things we like

Powerful engine

Great touring abilities

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Unmatchable Performance

LED headlights and taillights

Cost-effective price point

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Things we don't like

Mammoth size and power not for beginner riders

A large turning radius can be cumbersome for city riding

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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 1301 cc 1301 cc
Maximum Power 158 hp 174.3 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 23 L 18.0 L
Maximum Torque 138 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark Ignition Engine, Liquid Cooled
Lubrication System Forced Oil Forced Oil Lubrication
Injection Type Fuel Injection --
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Slipper Clutch, Hydraulically Actuated
Bore X Stroke 108 mm x 71 mm 108 mm x 71 mm
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Emission Control -- Euro 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Super Sport
Seat Height 849 mm 835 mm
Ground Clearance 223 mm 141 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Dry Weight 220 kg 195 kg
Wheel Base -- 1482 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 200 mm 125 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm 156 mm
Rear Suspension WP SAT Shock absorber WP Monoshock
Front Suspension WP SAT USD USD Telescopic Fork

Wheels & Tyres

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V, 11.2 Ah

Gear & Transmission

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

Safety & Security

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

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

Side Wings Yes Yes
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Chrome-moly tubular space Chrome-moly tubular space Trellis Trellis
Chrome Garnish -- No

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

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

Videos of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and KTM 1290 Super Duke R

  • KTM Superduke 1290 Test
    KTM Superduke 1290 Test
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  • 2014 KTM 1290 Super Duke Review
    2014 KTM 1290 Super Duke Review
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs KTM 1290 Super Duke R?

1290 Super Adventure S is priced at RM 137,800 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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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between 1290 Super Adventure S vs 1290 Super Duke R?

The 1290 Super Adventure S comes with a ground clearance of 223 mm , on the other hand the 1290 Super Duke R comes with a ground clearance of 141 mm , hence the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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