KTM 390 Adventure 2020 vs. KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

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Overview - KTM 390 Adventure 2020 vs KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The KTM 390 Adventure 2020 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are both enduro motorcycles that offer impressive performance and capabilities.

The KTM 390 Adventure 2020 is powered by a single-cylinder engine with a bore of 89 mm and a stroke of 60 mm. It delivers 44 HP of engine power and 37 Nm of torque. The bike features an electric starter and a chain transmission. With a displacement of 373.2 ccm, it offers a good balance of power and efficiency. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 170 mm. The rear suspension, also from WP, has a travel of 177 mm. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The bike has a rake of 63.5 degrees and is equipped with a single disk front brake. It also features advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and cornering ABS. The front tire has a diameter of 19 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 130 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1430 mm and the seat height is 855 mm. The dry weight of the bike, with ABS, is 158 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters.

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is equipped with a twin-cylinder engine with a bore of 88 mm and a stroke of 65.7 mm. It offers a significantly higher engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. The bike also features an electric starter and a chain transmission. With a displacement of 799 ccm, it provides more power and performance compared to the KTM 390 Adventure. The front suspension is an upside-down telescopic fork from WP with a larger diameter of 48 mm and a travel of 240 mm. The rear suspension, also from WP, has the same travel of 240 mm. The frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular, load-bearing engine design. The bike has a slightly higher rake of 63.7 degrees and is equipped with double disk front brakes. In addition to ABS and cornering ABS, it also features advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The front tire has a larger diameter of 21 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1528 mm and the seat height is higher at 880 mm. The dry weight of the bike, with ABS, is 189 kg and it has a larger fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

In terms of strengths, the KTM 390 Adventure 2020 offers a powerful engine, optional quickshifter, adjustable suspension, and a high-quality electronics package. It is also described as a real fun machine on any surface.

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is praised for its high chassis quality, which ensures a wide range of use. Its engine offers great running culture, rich torque, and perfectly dimensioned power. The bike also features an easy-to-read display and a practical rally electronics package. Despite its radical chassis, it is stable, maneuverable, and suitable for everyday use on the road.

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

As for weaknesses, the KTM 390 Adventure 2020 is described as somewhat compact for tall pilots, which may be uncomfortable for riders with a larger build.

On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 has a few weaknesses, such as the quickshifter not being standard and the indicator switch being a little fiddly. The seat is also mentioned as being a little more uncomfortable on long tours compared to the standard model.

In conclusion, both the KTM 390 Adventure 2020 and the KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 are impressive enduro motorcycles with their own strengths and weaknesses. The KTM 390 Adventure offers a powerful engine and adjustable suspension, while the KTM 790 Adventure R provides a higher level of performance and a more versatile chassis. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use.

Technical Specifications KTM 390 Adventure 2020 compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2020
KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power44 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque37 NmTorque88 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,600 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio12.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement373.2 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel240 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountdirect
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel177 mmTravel240 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake63.5 degreeRake63.7 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,528 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height855 mmSeat Height880 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)158 kgDry Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

The KTM 390 Adventure: The all-rounder in this class and a real value-for-money winner. The high-quality electronics package, the aggressive riding position and the powerful single-cylinder make it a pure fun machine that takes inexperienced off-road riders firmly by the hand. No matter what surface you're riding on - the 390 Adventure is simply always fun! Whether you need more KTM Adventure is, of course, the next question... but we will clarify that in another test report.

powerful engine

optional quickshifter +

adjustable suspension

high-quality electronics package

real fun machine on any surface.

somewhat compact for tall pilots

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

KTM 790 Adventure R 2020

The Adventure R goes one step further than the standard model. Here, the WP guys were finally allowed to draw on their full resources and show what they can do. The higher-quality chassis compensates for the disadvantages of the long suspension travel on the road, but scores points off-road with massive reserves. The surcharge is more than justified. The seat height will probably restrict the clientele somewhat.

High chassis quality ensures a wide range of use

Engine offers great running culture, rich torque and perfectly dimensioned power

Easy-to-read display

Practical rally electronics package

Despite radical chassis also stable, manoeuvrable and suitable for everyday use on the road

Quickshifter not standard

indicator switch a little fiddly

seat a little more uncomfortable on long tours than on standard model

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 790 Adventure R

There are a few key differences between a KTM 390 Adventure 2020 and a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 is about 88% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure R 2020 there are more KTM 390 Adventure 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 24 compared to 12. It takes less time to sell a KTM 390 Adventure with 83 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure R. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the KTM 390 Adventure and 9 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure R since model year 2019. The first review for the KTM 390 Adventure was published on 11/5/2019 and now has more than 106,600 views. This compares to more than 53,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Adventure R published on 10/6/2018.

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