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DesertX Discovery vs 1290 Super Adventure S

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Quick verdict

  • 1290 Super Adventure S is better for performance.

Computed from stored specifications, the published bikes and scooters scoring rules and recorded prices. Not an opinion.

Specifications side by side

Spec
DesertX Discovery
1290 Super Adventure S
Overview
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol
Yes
Yes
Variants
1
1
Engine and performance
Engine displacement
937 cc
1,301 cc
Cylinders
2
2
Cooling
—
Liquid-cooled
Max power
111.5 PS
160 PS
Power (as stated)
110 hp
160 PS @ 8750 rpm; 118 kW @ 8750 rpm
Max power converted from kW or hp
Yes
—
Max torque
92 Nm
140 Nm
Dimensions and weight
Kerb weight
—
250 kg
Kerb weight (as stated)
—
250 kg
Seat height (as stated)
—
849/869
Ground clearance
—
223 mm
Fuel tank
—
23 litres
Brakes and tyres
ABS
—
Cornering ABS, Off-road ABS
Front brake
—
Disc 320 mm
Rear brake
—
Disc 267 mm
Price
Ex-showroom price from
₹23,27,900
₹22,73,900
Ex-showroom price city
—
Delhi

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Pros and cons

DesertX Discovery

No stated figure stands out against similar models on Comparezi, either way.

1290 Super Adventure S

  • Pro: Up to 160 PS, more powerful than 88% of the 45 adventure motorcycles on Comparezi that state it
  • Pro: Up to 140 Nm of torque, more than 93% of the 45 adventure motorcycles on Comparezi that state it
  • Pro: 23-litre fuel tank, bigger than 90% of the 42 adventure motorcycles on Comparezi that state it
  • Pro: Cornering ABS
  • Con: Heavier than 90% of the 31 adventure motorcycles on Comparezi that state it (250 kg)
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