KTM 1190 Adventure R

To put it mildly, the design of this bike is the lovechild of an adventure sports bike and an off-road bike. Whether you like that or not is totally up to you, but the design has practical benefits for the riders in terms of handling and stability. The trellis frame of this bike is made out of steel which gives this bike a 210kg weight. This model also has side wings and dual stepped seats. 

Luckily this bike is a two-seater as other off-roading bikes often cut out the pillion seat for losing weight on the vehicle. The 1190 Adventure R features LED headlights and taillights, both of which add character to the design of this vehicle. The front console of this model is digital and features various options such as a speedometer, fuel gauge, trip meter, odometer, tachometer, and an oil change indicator.

In terms of ride and handling, the KTM 1190 Adventure R is an absolute game-changer as it features an array of high-tech features. These features make the handling and comfort of this ride unmatchable. This model comes with a Bosch motorcycle stability control system inbuilt for ride stability in rough conditions. It also has a lean-sensitive traction control system, and the world's first lean-sensitive cornering ABS is pre-installed in this bike.

The dual-stepped seats of this bike are height adjustable, and the handlebars and the ride controls are all placed ergonomically for the ease of the rider. The footpegs' placement and the seat create the optimum riding posture that is comfortable even for long journeys.

With a 1195cc twin-cylinder 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC engine, the 1190 Adventure R has absolutely no shortcomings in its performance. This liquid-cooled engine features electronic fuel injection and is paired with a six-speed gearbox to reach top speeds of over 240 kmph. The wet multi-plate clutch system ensures easy gear changing and rapid acceleration for this bike.

The 1190 Adventure R comes with a 23.5 litres massive fuel tank with an excellent fuel efficiency of about 25kmpl. It ensures that a full tank in this bike can ensure long-distance travel without any hindrance.

The braking and safety features on this model are top-notch as it features an integrated ABS. The rear wheel of this bike has a single disc brake, and the front wheel has a dual disc brake which does an excellent job at decelerating this vehicle even from high speeds. The excellent braking system ensures perfect ride dynamics and rider safety in cases of emergencies.

Some of the other safety features include a pass switch, tyre pressure monitoring system, street, rain, off-road, sport riding modes, and an optional anti-theft alarm.

The KTM 1190 Adventure R is one of the best adventure touring bikes available in the Malaysian market. The performance of this bike is unmatchable by its competitors. This bike's performance is better than even models with a higher price tag. Overall, if you are looking for a bike that can provide uncompromising performance, stability, and safety in every imaginable situation, this bike will serve you very well.