Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024 vs. KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Overview - Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024 vs KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

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Details

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024 compared to KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	37 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	12.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	170 mm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Tubular
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	63.5 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	230 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Cornering ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,430 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2024

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 long term test bike with its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a balanced riding experience that is enjoyable both in everyday life and on sporty rides. Despite minor weaknesses, such as its higher weight and standard tyres, it remains a reliable and powerful naked bike that stands out above all for its comfort, user-friendliness and innovative technology.

Powerful and smooth-running four-cylinder engine Innovative E-Clutch system for comfortable gear changes

Good suspension for a sporty and comfortable rider

User-friendly ergonomics and intuitive TFT display

Higher weight compared to the competition

Standard tyres offer handling that could be improved

Slight vibrations at high revs

Suspension reaches its limits at very high speeds

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