KTM 990 Adventure S vs Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 990 Adventure Sstacks 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 SMoto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES
Model year20082001
Price
Engine999 cc1064 cc
Horsepower97 hp69 hp
Torque95 Nm85 Nm
Weight199 kg245 kg
Seat height36 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 150/70-18 90/90-H21 / 130/80-H17

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

Picking between the KTM 990 Adventure S and the Moto Guzzi Quota 1100 ES usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 990 Adventure S 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: