Comparing the Hero PASSION+ and the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hero PASSION+ is available at ₹79,500, while the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Hero PASSION+ comes with a 97.2 cc unit compared to the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S's 1301 cc, producing 5.9 kW @ 8,000 rpm and 160 PS @ 8750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 84 Kmpl for the Hero PASSION+ versus 17.5 kmpl for the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S. 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 Cooled | Liquid cooled |
| Displacement | 97.2 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Type | Air cooled, 4 stroke | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° |
| Power | 5.9 kW @ 8,000 rpm | 160 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque | 8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | 140 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres | 23 L |
| Mileage | 84 Kmpl | 17.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 115 | 250 |
| Seat Height | 790 | 849/869 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | No, IBS | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Drum 130 mm | Disc 320 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm |
| Rear Brake | Drum 130 mm with IBS | Disc 267 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Tube | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 80/100 - 18 | 120/70 - ZR19 |
| Rear Tyre | 80/100 - 18 | 170/60 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED Headlamp w/ DRL | LED Headlight |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12V-3Ah MF Battery | — |
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| Cluster | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | Scratch-resistant 7-inch TFT display |
| Color Options | Sports Red BlackBlack Nexus BlueBlack Heavy GreyBlack Brown Stripes | Orange |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 80328 | STD | 2273900 |
| Starter | Kick and Self Start | Electric starter |
| Transmission | Constant mesh, 4 speed | 6 Speed Manual |








