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Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Which one will you pick
KTM motorcycles offer the widest selection of riding preferences. The KTM 390 Enduro R and 390 Adventure, both are powered by KTM's 399cc LC4c engine and demonstrate the company's commitment to do-it-all off-road and adventure riding. While both of these motorcycles use the same engine and suspension components, their distinct design, specifications, and off-road capabilities offer the loyal KTM motorcycle customer alternatives beyond a single engine, but often leads to some confusion as to what to buy. Here's how the two motorcycles compare against each other. ₹ 3.37 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 3.68 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 3.8 Lakhs Onwards ₹ 2.91 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 3.3 - 3.4 Lakhs ₹ 3.21 - 3.23 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon (Also read: KTM 390 Enduro R launched in India, priced at ₹3.36 lakh) The KTM 390 Adventure and 390 Enduro R indicate their respective uses in design. The 390 Adventure is built for cross-country touring, as seen in its large 14.5-litre fuel tank, taller windscreen, and more spacious bodywork. These elements allow for greater comfort and wind deflection for riders who want to ride over mixed terrain for longer distances. The 390 Adventure also has a more substantial presence, sporting an upright riding position reminiscent of Dakar rally bikes. In contrast, the 390 Enduro R is more utilitarian, with serious off-road capability in its DNA. It has a leaner, nimbler appearance, with minimal bodywork, a squat, 9-litre fuel tank, and a smaller LED headlamp. That makes the Enduro R better suited to technical trails than to long-distance commuting. Besides the smaller tank, there is little difference in weight between the two—the difference would be maybe 5kg—largely dependent on the larger tank on the Adventure. Both the 390 Enduro R and the 390 Adventure come equipped with KTM's 399cc LC4c engine. Both bikes feature a six-speed gearbox and deliver 45.37 bhp and 39 Nm of torque. Although the engine details remain the same, suspension setup on the Enduro R and rear sprocket setup have been adjusted to keep pace with its off-road riding, with enhanced torque and ride quality when moving over uneven terrain. (Also read: 2025 KTM 390 Adventure X vs BMW G 310 GS: Which ADV motorcycle should you buy) While the KTM 390 Adventure and the 390 Enduro R ride on a shared platform, the Enduro R features retuned suspension that gives more spring preload and better resistance to bottoming out. The Enduro R's setup is tuned for rugged trails, and it offers better stability when the bike is ridden off-road. Suspension travel on both the bikes is 200mm/205mm on the Indian-spec bikes, but the international version of the Enduro R features a longer suspension range. The most apparent variation is the wheels and tires. The 390 Enduro R features a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel with standard tubed spoke wheels, providing superior durability and off-road performance. The 390 Adventure's 21/17-inch (front/rear) wheels feature tubeless-type spoke wheels, which are better for on-road application but still with some off-road performance. Both have the same brake setups, including a 240mm rear disc, but the Enduro R gets a smaller 285mm front rotor compared to the 320mm on the 390 Adventure. The Enduro R's bigger rear wheel also increases its ground clearance to 253mm compared to the Adventure's 237mm. One of the biggest distinctions between the two motorcycles is their price tag. KTM 390 Enduro R retails for ₹3.37 lakh, ₹31,000 less than the price of the 390 Adventure at ₹3.68 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom.
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Which motorcycle will you pick
Both the 390 Enduro R and the 390 Adventure are fitted with KTM's 399cc LC4c engine KTM's two-wheelers have a range to suit various tastes for riding, and KTM's 390 Enduro R and 390 Adventure, both of which use KTM's 399cc LC4c engine, reflect the company's dedication to do-it-all off-road and adventure riding. Even though these two bikes use the same engine and suspension hardware, their different design, specifications, and off-road abilities differentiate them. Here's a comparison of the two in detail. KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Design The KTM 390 Adventure and 390 Enduro R highlight their different applications through design. The 390 Adventure is designed with long-distance touring in mind, reflected in its big 14.5-litre fuel tank, taller windscreen, and larger bodywork. These features provide improved comfort and wind protection for riders who wish to traverse varied terrain over greater distances. The 390 Adventure also presents a more considerable presence, featuring an upright riding stance that emulates Dakar rally motorcycles. Also Read : KTM 390 Enduro R: Here's 5 things you should know about the new dual-sport motorbike Conversely, the 390 Enduro R is more spartan, with serious off-roading in its design. It has a lighter, more agile look, with scant bodywork, a 9-litre fuel tank that's squat, and a smaller LED headlamp. This makes the Enduro R more suitable for technical trails than it would be for long-distance travel. Apart from the smaller tank, there isn't much difference in weight between the two—the difference is perhaps 5kg—based largely on the greater tank on the Adventure. KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Specs Both the 390 Enduro R and the 390 Adventure are fitted with KTM's 399cc LC4c engine. Both motorcycles have a six-speed transmission and produce 45.37 bhp and 39 Nm of torque. Though the engine specifications are the same, the suspension tuning of the Enduro R and its rear sprocket configuration have been tweaked to match its off-road performance, with improved torque and handling when traveling over rough ground. KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Chassis Though the KTM 390 Adventure and the 390 Enduro R share a common platform, the Enduro R has retuned suspension that provides higher spring preload and improved resistance against bottoming out. The setup of the Enduro R is tuned for coarse trails, and it provides improved stability when the bike is taken off-road. Suspension travel in both bikes is 200mm/205mm for the Indian-spec bikes, but the global model of the Enduro R has a longer suspension range. The most obvious difference is the wheels and tires. The 390 Enduro R has a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel with conventional tubed spoke wheels, offering better durability and off-road capability. The 390 Adventure's 21/17-inch (front/rear) wheels have tubeless-type spoke wheels, which are more suited for on-road use but still with some off-road capability. Also watch: 2025 KTM 390 Enduro R | First Look | Engine and features explained | Price launch date Both share identical brake configurations, such as a 240mm rear disc, but the Enduro R receives a smaller 285mm front rotor as opposed to the 320mm on the 390 Adventure. The Enduro R's larger rear wheel also raises its ground clearance to 253mm as opposed to the Adventure's 237mm. KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 390 Enduro R: Price One of the biggest differences between the two motorcycles is their cost. The KTM 390 Enduro R costs ₹ 3.37 lakh, which is ₹ 31,000 lower than the cost of the 390 Adventure at ₹ 3.68 lakh. All the prices are ex-showroom. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 23 Apr 2025, 16:00 PM IST
NDTV
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
KTM 390 Enduro R: Top 5 Highlights
The KTM 390 Enduro R has been a subject of much discussion and debate. It was recently launched in India and we did spend some time riding the motorcycle off-road. Needless to say, it was impressive and is easily one of the best off-road oriented motorcycles that you can buy in India today. We tell you about the top 5 highlights of the KTM 390 Enduro R that you should consider before you buy the motorcycle and add it to your garage. Engine Specifications The Enduro R gets the same engine and specification as the 390 Adventure. A 399 cc LC4c engine, which is liquid-cooled and makes 46 horsepower at 8,500 rpm along with 39 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox with a bi-directional quick-shifter which can be switched off. Adjustable Suspension The 43 mm WP Apex fork offer 200 mm of travel with 30-step setting for compression and rebound. At the rear is a monoshock with 10-step adjustability for preload. The front end gets 200 mm of travel, while the rear gets 205 mm. But KTM has confirmed that it will launch the international-spec model with 230 mm of travel at either end. Electronic Rider Aids The motorcycle gets a decent set of electronic rider aids like switchable ABS and traction control and two riding modes - street and off-road. Then there's Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation along with two display modes. Design & Ergonomics The motorcycle gets a lean-mean design, with a dual-sport look. The motorcycle weighs in at 177 kg, has a seat height of 860 mm and ground clearance of 253 mm. Price At Rs. 3.37 lakh (ex-showroom), the 390 Enduro R is positioned between the KTM 390 Adventure X and the standard 390 Adventure, with it being Rs. 31,000 less expensive than the 390 ADV. Its nearest rival is the Kawasaki KLX 230, which is lighter, less powerful and priced at Rs. 3.30 lakh (ex-showroom).
