KTM 950 Adventure vs Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 950 Adventurestacks up against the Moto Guzzi Quota 1000. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 950 AdventureMoto Guzzi Quota 1000
Model year20041996
Price
Engine942 cc950 cc
Horsepower97 hp70 hp
Torque95 Nm84 Nm
Weight198 kg248 kg
Seat height36 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21

KTM 950 Adventure vs Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 950 Adventure and the Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 950 Adventure brings 97 hp in a 198 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 counters with 70 hp at 248 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: