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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
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₱1.39 Million
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Suzuki GSX-8R
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₱699,000
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Suzuki GSX-8R Comparison

Find below the detailed Motorcycles comparison of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S and Suzuki GSX-8R, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S priced at ₱1.39 Million, while Suzuki GSX-8R is priced at ₱699,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, KTM 1290 Super Adventure S houses 1301 engine whereas Suzuki GSX-8R engine displacement stands at 776.

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Overview: 1290 Super Adventure S vs GSX-8R

Brand KTM Philippines Suzuki Philippines
SRP* ₱1.39 Million KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Price ₱699,000 Suzuki GSX-8R Price
Variant 1290 Super Adventure S Standard GSX-8R Standard
User Rating 4.72 1290 Super Adventure S reviews 4.8 GSX-8R reviews
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Philippines Sport Sport Motorcycles in Philippines

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Front Brake Dual Disc Disc
Displacement 1301 cc 776 cc
Ground Clearance 220 mm 145 mm
Maximum Power 158.2 hp -
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DP ₱278,000 MA : ₱23,846 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos DP ₱139,800 MA : ₱11,991 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.72/5
18 reviews
4.8/5
5 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • competent and versatile adventure tourer from KTM

    I keep on riding my bikes consistently and through different road conditions. Thus, I need a bike that can withstand various riding situations....

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    Benito Aug 21, 2025 for KTM 1290 Super Adventure S
  • The exhaust note is reminiscent of a V-twin

    The Suzuki GSX-8R has brought a sense of riding pleasure and adventure into my daily life. Its cutting-edge sportbike-like styling captures...

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    K
    kevin Jun 20, 2025 for Suzuki GSX-8R

From The Experts

Things we like

Well-balanced road-based adventure bike

Exceptional performance 

Unmatched off-roading capabilities 

Superior comfort

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Things we don't like

No leg guards 

No navigator

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1301 cc 776 cc
Maximum Power 158.2 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity 23.0 L 14 L
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust 2 Into 1 Exhaust
Bore X Stroke 108 mm x 71 mm 84.0 mm x 70.0 mm
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Compression Ratio 13.1:1 12.8:1
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
Lubrication System Forced Oil Froced Feed Circulation
Maximum Torque 140 Nm --
Engine Type Two Cylinders V-Twin, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled Engine Twin Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled,DOHC Engine
Fuel Consumption 15 kmpl 23-25 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Sport
Seating Capacity 2 2
Dry Weight 215 kg --
Seat Height 860 mm 810 mm
Ground Clearance 220 mm 145 mm
Wheel Base 1560 mm 1465 mm
Kerb Weight -- 205 kg
Width -- 770 mm
Length -- 2155 mm
Height -- 1135 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Ignition System Twin Ignition --
Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 200 mm --
Front Suspension WP USD Inverted Telescopic
Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm --
Rear Suspension WP MoNoshock Link Type

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 ZR19 120/70 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R19 ZR17
Rear Tyre 170/60 ZR17 180/55 ZR17
Tyre Type Runflat, Tubeless Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V --

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Advanced Safety Features Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation Hill Hold Control, Motor Slip Regulation --
Leg Guards No No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Anti-Theft Alarm No --
Central Locking No --
Launch Control No --
Traction Control Yes --
Wheel Lock Front/back No Yes
Back Rest No No
Riding Modes Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad Comfort, Street, Sport, Offroad --
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator No --
Side Stand Indicator No Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Display Screen Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Chrome Garnish No --
Side Wings No Yes
Body Frame Material Steel Steel --
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual-Stepped Dual-Stepped
Body Frame Type Chrome Molybdenum Chrome Molybdenum --
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- No
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Accessory Outlet Yes --
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Indicator Light Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats No No
Cruise Control Yes --

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KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Suzuki GSX-8R FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Suzuki GSX-8R?

1290 Super Adventure S is priced at ₱1.39 Million and GSX-8R is priced at ₱699,000. Hence GSX-8R is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between 1290 Super Adventure S vs GSX-8R?

The 1290 Super Adventure S comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , on the other hand the GSX-8R comes with a ground clearance of 145 mm , hence the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between KTM 1290 Super Adventure S vs Suzuki GSX-8R?

1290 Super Adventure S safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer and Engine Check Warning

GSX-8R safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Engine Check Warning, Side Reflectors and Wheel Lock Front/back

The KTM 1290 Super Adventure S has higher number of sefety features than GSX-8R, hence KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is more safer than Suzuki GSX-8R.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in 1290 Super Adventure S

Well-balanced road-based adventure bike

Exceptional performance 

Unmatched off-roading capabilities 

Superior comfort

Things we don't like in 1290 Super Adventure S

No leg guards 

No navigator

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