KTM 390 Adventure 2021 vs. KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

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Overview - KTM 390 Adventure 2021 vs KTM 790 Adventure 2020

The KTM 390 Adventure 2021 is equipped with a powerful engine that delivers 44 HP and 37 Nm of torque. It features an electric starter and a chain transmission. The bike has a single cylinder and a displacement of 373.2 ccm. 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 comes from WP and has a travel of 177 mm. The frame of the bike is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. The rake angle is 63.5 degrees. The front brakes are single disk type and the bike is equipped with ABS and Cornering ABS as advanced rider assistance systems. The front tire has a diameter of 19 inches and 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 2020 is equipped with a more powerful engine that delivers 95 HP and 88 Nm of torque. It also features an electric starter and a chain transmission. However, it has two cylinders and a larger displacement of 799 ccm. The front suspension is an Upside-Down telescopic fork from WP with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 200 mm. The rear suspension also comes from WP and has a travel of 200 mm. The frame of the bike is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design with a load-bearing engine. The rake angle is 64.1 degrees. The front brakes are double disk type and the bike is equipped with ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, and Traction control as advanced rider assistance systems. The front tire has a diameter of 21 inches and the rear tire has a width of 150 mm and a diameter of 18 inches. The wheelbase is 1509 mm and the seat height is 830 mm. The dry weight of the bike with ABS is 189 kg and it has a fuel tank capacity of 20 liters.

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

In terms of strengths, the KTM 390 Adventure 2021 stands out for its lush equipment, powerful engine, and agility. It also offers the option of a quickshifter. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 has an engine with manners and character, providing a thrilling riding experience. It also offers enormously high chassis stability, brakes without reproach, and tremendous off-road capabilities. Additionally, it has a low average consumption.

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

However, the KTM 390 Adventure 2021 does have some weaknesses. It has less suspension travel and lower ground clearance compared to the KTM 790 Adventure 2020. On the other hand, the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 has some weaknesses as well, including an unattractive surcharge policy and an original seat that is not optimally shaped.

Overall, both bikes have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them will depend on the rider's preferences and intended use. The KTM 390 Adventure 2021 is a more compact and agile option, while the KTM 790 Adventure 2020 offers more power and off-road capabilities.

Technical Specifications KTM 390 Adventure 2021 compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 390 Adventure 2021
KTM 790 Adventure 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
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement373.2 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel200 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel177 mmTravel200 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake63.5 degreeRake64.1 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 mmWheelbase1,509 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height855 mmSeat Height830 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 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

The equipment and dimensions of the 390 Adventure show that KTM has by no means simply put a small, slimmed-down touring enduro on its wheels, but rather a (fully) worthy A2 licence-compatible motorbike that will give (re-)beginners just as much pleasure as those who are looking for an everyday bike and can do without performance in abundance. The sporty KTM takes you everywhere and is extremely fun to ride on curvy terrain thanks to its agility.

lush equipment

powerful engine

quickshifter optionally available

agility

Less suspension travel and lower ground clearance

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

KTM 790 Adventure 2020

In my eyes, the KTM is the sportiest of all mid-range touring enduros. If you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nippy on road and off-road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages.

Engine with manners AND character

Enormously high chassis stability

Brakes without reproach

Tremendous off-road capabilities

Low average consumption.

Unattractive surcharge policy

original seat not optimally shaped

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

There are a few key differences between a KTM 390 Adventure 2021 and a KTM 790 Adventure 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure 2020 is about 55% higher. Compared to KTM 790 Adventure 2020 there are less KTM 390 Adventure 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 15 compared to 18. It takes less time to sell a KTM 390 Adventure with 91 days compared to 101 days for a KTM 790 Adventure. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the KTM 390 Adventure and 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure 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 published on 10/6/2018.

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