Comparing the BMW R 1300 GS and the KTM 85 SX side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the BMW R 1300 GS comes with a 1,300 cc unit compared to the KTM 85 SX's 84.9 cc, producing 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm and 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.83 kmpl for the BMW R 1300 GS versus 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Air and liquid-cooled | Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 84.9 cc |
| Engine Type | Two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine |
| Power | 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 5.2 L |
| Mileage | 20.83 kmpl | 25 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 237 | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) |
| Seat Height | 850 | 865 mm |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | — |
| Front Brake | Twin disc brake, semi-floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper | Disc 240 mm |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm |
| Rear Brake | Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Disc 220 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | XACT WP PDS mono shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 120/70 - R19 | 70/100 - 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 - R17 | 90/100 - 14 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubed |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | — |
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| Cluster | Digital | — |
| Color Options | Light whiteBlack Storm MetallicRacing Blue MetallicAurelius Green Metallic | Orange |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection | Keihin PWK 28 |
| Price Variants | Triple Black | 2200000 Trophy | 2225000 Option 719 Tramuntana | 2425000 | STD | 669000 |
| Starter | Electric | Kickstarter |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |
