KTM 1290 Super Adventure vs Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 1290 Super Adventurestacks up against the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 1290 Super AdventureHarley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona
Model year20161992
Price
Engine1301 cc1337 cc
Horsepower160 hp49 hp
Weight229 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity7.9 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Single disc
Tires100/90-19 / 130/90-16

KTM 1290 Super Adventure vs Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 1290 Super Adventure and the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure brings 160 hp in a 229 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Daytona counters with 49 hp.

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: