KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport vs BMW R26 (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sportstacks up against the BMW R26. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 250 GS Enduro SportBMW R26
Model year19861960
Price
Engine247 cc247 cc
Horsepower17 hp15 hp
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-21 / 4.50-18 3.27-18 / 3.27-18

KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport vs BMW R26 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport and the BMW R26 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 250 GS Enduro Sport brings 17 hp, while the BMW R26 counters with 15 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: