Comparing the KTM 85 SX and the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the KTM 85 SX comes with a 84.9 cc unit compared to the KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S's 1301 cc, producing 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm and 160 PS @ 8750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 25 kmpl for the KTM 85 SX 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 | Liquid Cooled | Liquid cooled |
| Displacement | 84.9 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Type | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75° |
| Power | 15.5 bhp @ 11500 rpm | 160 PS @ 8750 rpm |
| Torque | 14 Nm @ 8500 rpm | 140 Nm @ 6500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.2 L | 23 L |
| Mileage | 25 kmpl | 17.5 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | approx. 67 kg (without fuel) | 250 |
| Seat Height | 865 mm | 849/869 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | Dual Channel |
| Front Brake | Disc 240 mm | Disc 320 mm |
| Front Suspension | XACT 43 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 43 mm | WP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc 220 mm | Disc 267 mm |
| Rear Suspension | XACT WP PDS mono shock | WP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 70/100 - 17 | 120/70 - ZR19 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100 - 14 | 170/60 - ZR17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubed | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | — | LED Headlight |
Other Specifications |
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| Cluster | — | Scratch-resistant 7-inch TFT display |
| Color Options | Orange | Orange |
| Fuel System | Keihin PWK 28 | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | STD | 669000 | STD | 2273900 |
| Starter | Kickstarter | Electric starter |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual |
