Read our 2017 KTM 1090 Adventure R vs. Honda Africa Twin showdown here! Compact and powerful, the LC8 V-twin is the workhorse of KTMās street bike lineup. the 1190 Adventureāa challenging
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On paper, the 1090 Adventure R would appear to have the advantage: Bigger engine (1050cc vs. 998cc), more power, Brembo brakes, larger fuel tank (6.5 gallons vs. 4.96 gallons) and that unmistakable KTM off-road prowess. But the Africa Twin costs significantly less ($13,299 for the standard transmission vs. $14,699), has more suspension travel
KTM is the hardest bike to understand in this group. Priced starting at $16,990, the 1190 hits the happy middle ground of pricing. It offers the KTM MSC, which makes it possibly the safest
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