Archive Outback vs KTM 950 Adventure S (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Archive Outbackstacks up against the KTM 950 Adventure S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecArchive OutbackKTM 950 Adventure S
Model year20082006
Price
Engine936 cc942 cc
Horsepower85 hp97 hp
Torque104 Nm95 Nm
Weight165 kg198 kg
Seat height36 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-18 90/90-21 / 150/70-18

Archive Outback vs KTM 950 Adventure S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Archive Outback and the KTM 950 Adventure S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Archive Outback brings 85 hp in a 165 kg package, while the KTM 950 Adventure S counters with 97 hp at 198 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: