KTM 990 Adventure Black vs Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 990 Adventure Blackstacks up against the Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 990 Adventure BlackMoto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES
Model year20062001
Price
Engine999 cc1064 cc
Horsepower97 hp69 hp
Torque95 Nm85 Nm
Weight199 kg245 kg
Seat height34 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-18 90/90-H21 / 130/80-H17

KTM 990 Adventure Black vs Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 990 Adventure Black and the Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 990 Adventure Black brings 97 hp in a 199 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES counters with 69 hp at 245 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: