KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM RC 390

KTM 390 Adventure Price starts at Rs. 3.41 Lakh which is Rs. 20,704 costlier than base model of KTM RC 390 priced at Rs. 3.21 Lakh. The claimed mileage of KTM 390 Adventure is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM RC 390 is 25.89 kmpl. In technical specifications, KTM 390 Adventure is powered by 373 cc engine , while KTM RC 390 is powered by 373 cc engine. KTM 390 Adventure is available in 3 different colours while KTM RC 390 comes with 2 colours. The Comparison KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM RC 390 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

390 Adventure vs RC 390

Key Highlights 390 Adventure STDRC 390 STD
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Max Power 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm 43.5 PS

390 Adventure vs RC 390 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Adventure STDKTM RC 390 STD
Rating
88 reviews
103 reviews
Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.41 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 3.21 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Max Power 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm 43.5 PS
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Adventure Colors
KTM RC 390 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,361 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 8,794 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 23,203 390 Adventure Insurance Rs. 22,878 RC 390 Insurance
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Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 V DOHC Engine
1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Engine Displacement
373 cc
373 cc
Max Power
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
43.5 PS
Max Torque
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
37 Nm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
89 mm
89 mm
Stroke
60 mm
60 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.6:1
14.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
17.13m
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
30.81m
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
48.22m
Mileage (City)
...
25.89 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
31.22 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
6.49s
Top Speed
180 kmph
169 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :- 130/80-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Peak Power
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
43.5 PS
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
162 kg
...
Seat height
855 mm
824 mm
Length*Width*Height
2154*900*1400 mm3
2145*760*830 mm3
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1340 mm
Length
2154 mm
2145 mm
Ground Clearance
200 mm
158 mm
Height
1400 mm
830 mm
Width
900 mm
760 mm
Fuel Capacity
14.5 Liters
13.7 Liters
Kerb Weight
...
172 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
855 mm
824 mm
Front Brake Diameter
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
230 mm
230 mm

Additional Features
Toothed Footpegs, Turn-by-turn navigation (Optional),
Cornering ABS, Quickshifter+
Headlight
LED
LED
Pilot Lamps
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated
Steel trellis frame, powder coated
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Display
TFT
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
Digital
Digital
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Stepup Seat
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
LED Projector
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Excellent ergos for touring
  • Retains on-road performance of 390 Duke
  • Packed with electronic goodies
KTM RC 390
  • Added engine versatility leads to more excitement; Sharp handling doesn’t scare you silly; Relatively relaxed ergos makes it more accommodating and lends better bike control; Cornering ABS
  • traction control and quickshifter!
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Lacks low down torque for off-road riding
  • 855mm seat height is too tall for average Indian riders
  • Traction control feels a little glitchy
KTM RC 390
  • Design is extremely polarising; Massive price hike compared to its predecessor; Fit and finish levels are sub-par.

Is KTM 390 Adventure Better Than KTM RC 390?

62% users have chosen KTM 390 Adventure over KTM RC 390 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 485 users have also rated KTM 390 Adventure and KTM RC 390 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM 390 Adventure has out rated KTM RC 390 on all the rating factors.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor RC 390 390 Adventure
Mileage 4.1 2.4
Performance 4.6 2.7
Comfort 4.4 3.4
Maintenance 4.2 2.3
Features 4.6 3.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike I should buy, KTM Duke 390 or Adventure 390?
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. If everyday performance is your top priority, nothing offers the same sort of explosive acceleration and razor-sharp handling as the 390 Duke -- in this price range or in a segment above. Now more mature and refined in its latest form, the 2020 KTM 390 Duke still remains a well-rounded package tailor-made for thrill-seekers. Whereas, KTM 390 Adventure features excellent ergos for touring, Retains on-road performance of 390 Duke, Packed with electronic goodies. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.Read more -2020 KTM 390 Duke BS6: First Ride Review..-KTM 390 Adventure: Road Test Review.
Q. Versys X300 and KTM 390. Which one?
  • KTM 390
  • Kawasaki Versys-X 300 has been discontinued so it would be unfair to give a verdict. Moreover, KTM 390 Adventure offers excellent ergos for touring, which retains on-road performance of 390 Duke, packed with electronic goodies. KTM 390 Adventure is powered by a 373.2 cc engine. This 390 Adventure engine generates a power of 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm and a torque of 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Hi, I haven’t owned a bike yet but I am planning to but my first .. I am currently learning how to ride on the pulsar180 .. should I go for the rc 390 or apache 310 or any other one as I really love travelling .. but majorly I would ride in the city and occasionally hit the highway and might even go on long trips as I live in kashmir and the college that I have got in in New Delhi so it would be a bit your so pls suggest me a bike as I can’t reach on a decision .. I like Royal Enfield’s also but there power delivery is even less than the one I am currently owning .. my budget is around 3 lakhs .. pls suggest?
  • We would suggest you go for TVS Apache RR 310. TVS has done an incredible job in ironing out the sore spots of the Apache RR 310 with the BS6 update. It is loaded with tech, making it the most technologically advanced motorcycle in its class. The new prices are quite close to its fiercest rival -- the KTM RC 390. While it may lack the outright performance of the RC 390, the Apache RR 310 BS6 makes up for it by being a well-rounded machine that can do daily duties as well as corner carving or even touring, for that matter. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership..Read more:- TVS Apache RR 310 BS6 Road Test Review

KTM 390 Adventure Vs KTM RC 390 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM RC 390?
KTM 390 Adventure has out rated KTM RC 390 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM RC 390?
The KTM RC 390 is cheaper than KTM 390 Adventure by Rs. 20,704.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM RC 390?
For the STD version, 373 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure produces 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 373 cc Petrol engine of RC 390 produces 43.5 PS of power and 37 Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 390 Adventure has better performance.

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