R 12 nine T vs 1290 Super Adventure S

BMW R 12 nine T vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Ahwa.

BMW R 12 nine T
BMW R 12 nine T

Standard · Cafe Racer

₹23.50 Lakh ex-showroom

₹25.71 Lakh on-road, Ahwa

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Standard · Adventure

₹22.74 Lakh ex-showroom

₹24.88 Lakh on-road, Ahwa

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R 12 nine T vs 1290 Super Adventure S: at a glance

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is ₹76,100 cheaper than the BMW R 12 nine T (₹22.74 Lakh vs ₹23.50 Lakh ex-showroom). The R 12 nine T takes best mileage, lightest and lowest seat. The 1290 Super Adventure S takes most powerful and bigger engine.

Cheapest1290 Super Adventure S — 1290 Super Adventure S (₹22.74 Lakh) vs R 12 nine T (₹23.50 Lakh)
Best mileageR 12 nine T — R 12 nine T (19.6 kmpl) vs 1290 Super Adventure S (17.5 kmpl)
Most powerful1290 Super Adventure S — 1290 Super Adventure S (158 bhp) vs R 12 nine T (107.5 bhp)
Bigger engine1290 Super Adventure S — 1290 Super Adventure S (1301 cc) vs R 12 nine T (1170 cc)
LightestR 12 nine T — R 12 nine T (220 kg) vs 1290 Super Adventure S (250 kg)
Lowest seatR 12 nine T — R 12 nine T (795 mm) vs 1290 Super Adventure S (869 mm)

R 12 nine T vs 1290 Super Adventure S specifications

BMW R 12 nine T

BMW R 12 nine T

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price₹23.50 Lakh₹22.74 Lakh
Body TypeCafe RacerAdventure
Categorybikebike
Engine & Performance
Engine1170 cc1301 cc
Power107.5 bhp158 bhp
Torque115 Nm140 Nm
TransmissionManualManual
Top Speed215 kmph230 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Mileage19.6 kmpl17.5 kmpl
Fuel Tank16 litres23 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight220 kg250 kg
Seat Height795 mm869 mm
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R 12 nine T vs 1290 Super Adventure S — Frequently Asked Questions

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is cheaper: 1290 Super Adventure S (₹22.74 Lakh) vs R 12 nine T (₹23.50 Lakh) (ex-showroom, base variant). The on-road price adds RTO and insurance and varies by city.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.