R 12 Standard vs 1290 Super Adventure S Standard

Compare selected variants side by side across prices, specifications, and features.

Cheaper to buy

R 12 Standard

₹25.97 Lakh

More powerful

1290 Super Adventure S Standard

158 bhp

Better power-to-weight

1290 Super Adventure S Standard

632 bhp/tonne

Lighter

R 12 Standard

227 kg

Faster

1290 Super Adventure S Standard

230 kmph

Cheaper to run

R 12 Standard

₹5.36/km

BMW R 12

BMW R 12

Standard

₹22.50 Lakh

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Standard

₹22.74 Lakh

Price & Ownership
Ex-Showroom Price ₹22.50 Lakh₹22.74 Lakh
On-Road Price (Aurangabad) ₹25.97 Lakh (est.)₹26.25 Lakh (est.)
EMI (per month) ₹66,555₹67,259
Running Cost ₹5.36/km₹6.00/km
At a Glance
Fuel Type PetrolPetrol
Transmission ManualManual
Body Type CruiserAdventure
Availability On saleOn sale
Colours Blackstorm Metallic Orange
Engine & Performance
Engine 1170 cc1301 cc
Power 93.70 bhp158.00 bhp
Torque 109.80 Nm140.00 Nm
Power-to-Weight 412.8 bhp/tonne632.0 bhp/tonne
Torque-to-Weight 483.7 Nm/tonne560.0 Nm/tonne
Top Speed 215 kmph230 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Mileage 19.60 kmpl17.50 kmpl
Fuel Tank 14.00 litres23.00 litres
Range on a Full Tank 274 km403 km
Dimensions & Weight
Kerb Weight 227 kg250 kg
Seat Height 754 mm869 mm
Ground Clearance --223 mm
Engine
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, Air/Oil Cooled, 4 ValvesNot listed
Bore x Stroke 101 mm x 73 mmNot listed
Compression Ratio 12.0 : 1Not listed
Spark Plugs 1 Per CylinderNot listed
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2Not listed
Performance
Max Power Not listed158 bhp @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque Not listed140 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Engine Type Not listed2 Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves
Bore x Stroke Not listed108 mm x 71 mm
Compression Ratio Not listed13.1
Spark Plugs Not listed1 Per Cylinder
Battery Not listed12V, 11.2Ah
Emission Standard Not listedBS6 Phase 2
Transmission Not listed6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type Not listedChain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Not listed1 Down 5 Up
Clutch Not listedAssist And Slipper Clutch
Riding Modes Not listedSport, Street, Rain and Off-Road
Electricals
Battery 12 V / 14 AhNot listed
Instrument Console Semi-Digital with Brightness ControlNot listed
Mobile Phone Connectivity BluetoothNot listed
GPS & Navigation NoNot listed
Speedometer AnalogueNot listed
Odometer DigitalNot listed
Fuel Gauge DigitalNot listed
Distance to Empty NoNot listed
Tripmeter 2 Tripmeters, DigitalNot listed
Tachometer DigitalNot listed
Clock YesNot listed
Call/SMS Alerts YesNot listed
OTA Updates Not AvailableNot listed
Transmission
Transmission Type Shaft DriveNot listed
Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 5 UpNot listed
Clutch Single Plate ClutchNot listed
Brakes
Braking System Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
Front Brake Disc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliperDisc, 320 mm, 4 piston caliper
Rear Brake Disc, 265 mm, 2 piston caliperDisc, 267 mm, 2 piston caliper
Suspension
Front Suspension Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mmWP SAT (semi-active technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm
Rear Suspension Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with Paralever braceWP SAT (semi-active technology) shock absorber
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster NoYes
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster YesYes
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Type AlloyAlloy
Wheel Size Front - 19 inch, Rear - 16 inchFront - 19 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Tyre Size Front - 100/90 - R19, Rear - 150/80 - R16Front - 120/70 - ZR19, Rear - 170/60 - ZR17
Tyre Type TubelessTubeless
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only) Front - 33 psi, Rear - 36 psiFront - 35 psi, Rear - 42 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) Front - 36 psi, Rear - 42 psiFront - 35 psi, Rear - 42 psi
Chassis
Chassis Type Tubular Space FrameTubular Space Frame
Dimensions
Reserve Fuel Capacity 3.4 litres5 litres
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) 2200 mm x 830 mm x 1110 mmNot listed
Wheelbase 1520 mm1557 mm
Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage NoNo
Pillion Seat NoStepped Seat
Pillion Comfort Not listedFootrest, Grab rail
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Console Not listed7 inch TFT Display
Mobile Phone Connectivity Not listedBluetooth
GPS & Navigation Not listedTurn by Turn Navigation
Average Fuel Consumption Not listedYes
Speedometer Not listedDigital
Odometer Not listedDigital
Fuel Gauge Not listedDigital
Distance to Empty Not listedYes
Tripmeter Not listed2 Tripmeters, Digital
Tachometer Not listedDigital
Stand Alarm Not listedYes
Gear Indicator Not listedYes
Gear Shift Light Not listedYes
Low Battery Indicator Not listedYes
Low Fuel Indicator Not listedYes
Low Oil Indicator Not listedYes
Service Reminder Indicator Not listedYes
Hazard Warning Indicator Not listedYes
High Beam Indicator Not listedYes
Engine Temperature Indicator Not listedYes
Malfunction Indicator Not listedYes
Average Speed Not listedYes
OTA Updates Not listedNot Available
Call/SMS Alerts Not listedYes
Clock Not listedYes
Lights
Headlight LED HeadlampDual LED Projector Headlamp
DRLs YesNot listed
Brake/Tail Light LEDLED
Hazard Warning Lights YesYes
Pass Light YesYes
Turn Signal LEDLED
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) Not listedYes
Riding Modes
Riding Modes Roll and RockNot listed
Safety
Traction Control YesYes
Cruise Control AvailableAvailable
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Not specifiedYes
Dynamic Engine Brake Control YesNot listed
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off YesYes
Keyless Lock/Unlock YesNot listed
Stand Alarm YesNot listed
Gear Indicator YesNot listed
Gear Shift Light YesNot listed
Low Battery Indicator YesNot listed
Low Fuel Indicator YesNot listed
Low Oil Indicator YesNot listed
Service Reminder Indicator YesNot listed
Hazard Warning Indicator YesNot listed
High Beam Indicator YesNot listed
Engine Temperature Indicator YesNot listed
Malfunction Indicator YesNot listed
Saree Guard NoNot listed
Quickshifter NoNot listed
Ride by Wire Not listedYes
Stability Control Not listedYes
Convenience
USB Charging Port YesYes
Start Type Self StartSelf Start
Silencer Cover YesYes
Kill Switch YesYes
Automatic Start Stop Not specifiedNo
Ride by Wire Not specifiedNot listed
Heated Grip Not specifiedNot listed
Adjustable Levers Not specifiedNot listed
Quickshifter Not listedBi-directional
Keyless Lock/Unlock Not listedNo
Saree Guard Not listedYes
Warranty & Service
Vehicle Warranty Unlimited km or 3 years50,000 km or 2 years
Number of Free Services 0Not listed
No. of Free Services Not listed0

Best value in each row is marked green. "Not applicable" means the specification does not exist for that bike (an electric bike has no fuel tank); "Not listed" means the manufacturer does not publish it. A dotted underline marks a value published for the model rather than for that variant — where variants are known to differ on a specification, each shows only its own value. Assumes petrol at ₹105/litre and electricity at ₹8/unit; claimed mileage and range, so both sides read optimistic. On the on-road price at 9.5% for 36 months after a 20% down payment.

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.