BMW R 1250 GS vs KTM 990 Duke Comparison | Zigwheels (2024)

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R 1250 GS and KTM 990 Duke, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R 1250 GS priced at RM127,500 while the KTM 990 Duke Motorcycles has a price tag of RM99,800 . Comparing the technical specifications, KTM 990 Duke engine displacement is 947 while the BMW R 1250 GS houses a 1254 engine.

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Overview: BMW R 1250 GS vs 990 Duke

Brand BMW Malaysia KTM Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM127,500 BMW R 1250 GS Price RM99,800 990 Duke Price
Variant BMW R 1250 GS Standard 990 Duke Standard
User Rating 4.63 BMW R 1250 GS reviews 5 990 Duke reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Adventure Touring Adventure Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Super Sport Super Sport Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Maximum Power 134 hp 121 hp
Displacement 1254 cc 947 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.63/5

27 reviews

5/5

1 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Versatile performance, excellent handling

    For many motorcyclists, the BMW R 1250 GS is synonymous with conquering the pavement. However, in experienced hands, it can be acapable off-road...

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    Alberto Mar 15, 2024 for BMW R 1250 GS

  • Feather like lightweight KTM model that offers exceptional riding capacity

    I am highly impressed since I have come across this mighty version of super naked midweight KTM model. The model is excellently equipped with...

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    Qamar May 21, 2024 for KTM 990 Duke

From The Experts

Things we like

Hill Start Control makes slope rides easier

Twin-cylinder boxer engine delivers outstanding performance

Dynamic preload adjustment with ESA

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Things we don't like

The rear seat height is low

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1254 cc 947 cc
Maximum Power 134 hp 121 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 20 L 14.8 L
Compression Ratio 12.5:1 --
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Maximum Torque 143 Nm 103 Nm
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Clutch Type oil lubricated PASC Slipper Clutch
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Alternator 3-Phase Alternator, 510 W --
Engine Type Two Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Air/Liquid Cooled Engine Parallel-Twin Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke DOHC Engine
Cooling System Air/Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
Exhaust Pipes 2 Into 1 Exhaust Single Exhaust
Bore X Stroke 102.5 mm x 76 mm 92.5 mm x 70.4 mm
Fuel Consumption 21 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6250 rpm --
Injection Type -- Fuel Injection
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4

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Dimension

Category Adventure Touring Super Sport
Gross Weight 465 kg --
Length 2207 mm --
Width 952 mm --
Height 1430 mm --
Kerb Weight 249 kg --
Seating Capacity 2 2
Seat Height 850 mm 825 mm
Dry Weight -- 179 kg

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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Reserve 4 L --
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 190 mm 140 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 200 mm 150 mm
Rear Suspension Swingarm Monoshock
Front Suspension Central Spring Strut WP APEX 43

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R19 --
Rear Tyre 170/60 R17 --
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless --
Front Wheel Size R19 --
Rear Wheel Size R17 --

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 11.8 Ah --

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Back Rest No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road --
Leg Guards No No
Launch Control No --
Advanced Safety Features Hill Start Control Hill Start Control --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Side Reflectors -- Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes

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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No --
Tachometer Yes Yes
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Navigator -- No

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Electrical

Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type Two-Section Two-Section Chromium-Molybdenum Chromium-Molybdenum
Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes Yes
Chrome Garnish -- No
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Cruise Control -- No
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