KTM 390 Adventure 2021 vs. KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

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Overview - KTM 390 Adventure 2021 vs KTM 890 Duke 2021

The KTM 390 Adventure 2021 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 are both impressive motorcycles, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses.

Starting with the KTM 390 Adventure 2021, this enduro motorcycle boasts a powerful engine with a bore of 89 mm and stroke of 60 mm, delivering 44 HP and 37 Nm of torque. It features a fuel injection system and an electric starter for easy ignition. The bike's transmission is chain-driven, and it has a single cylinder and liquid cooling. With a displacement of 373.2 ccm, the KTM 390 Adventure offers a smooth and efficient ride.

In terms of suspension, the KTM 390 Adventure is equipped with 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 bike's frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. It has a rake of 63.5 degrees, providing stability and control.

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021

The KTM 390 Adventure features a single disk front brake with a diameter of 320 mm and four pistons for enhanced stopping power. It also utilizes advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and cornering ABS for added safety. The bike has a front tire width of 100 mm and diameter of 19 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 130 mm and diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1430 mm and a seat height of 855 mm. With a dry weight of 158 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 liters, the KTM 390 Adventure offers a balanced and comfortable riding experience. It is also equipped with LED headlights for improved visibility.

Moving on to the KTM 890 Duke 2021, this naked bike is known for its rev-happy engine and lively handling. It features a larger engine with a bore of 90.7 mm and stroke of 68.8 mm, delivering an impressive 115 HP and 92 Nm of torque. Like the KTM 390 Adventure, it has a fuel injection system, electric starter, and chain-driven transmission. However, the KTM 890 Duke has two cylinders and a larger displacement of 889 ccm.

The KTM 890 Duke is equipped with an upside-down telescopic fork from WP with a diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 140 mm. The rear suspension, also from WP, has a travel of 150 mm. The bike's frame is made of chromium-molybdenum and has a tubular design. It has a slightly steeper rake of 66 degrees, contributing to its lively handling characteristics.

In terms of braking, the KTM 890 Duke features double disk front brakes with a diameter of 300 mm and four pistons for excellent stopping power. It also offers a range of advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS, riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. The bike has a front tire width of 120 mm and diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180 mm and diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1476 mm and a seat height of 820 mm. With a dry weight of 169 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters, the KTM 890 Duke offers a nimble and responsive ride. It is also equipped with connectivity features, LED headlights, and a TFT display for added convenience.

KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

In terms of strengths, the KTM 390 Adventure excels in its lush equipment, powerful engine, and optional quickshifter. It also offers great agility, allowing riders to navigate through various terrains with ease. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke stands out with its rev-happy engine, lively handling, buttery-smooth quickshifter, and comprehensive electronics package. It is also praised for its performance on country roads, eliminating the need for the R version.

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The KTM 390 Adventure has less suspension travel and lower ground clearance, which may limit its off-road capabilities. The KTM 890 Duke, on the other hand, requires an additional cost for the quickshifter, which may be a drawback for some riders.

Overall, the KTM 390 Adventure 2021 and the KTM 890 Duke 2021 are both impressive motorcycles with their own unique features and characteristics. Riders can choose between the adventure-focused capabilities of the KTM 390 Adventure or the lively and performance-oriented nature of the KTM 890 Duke based on their preferences and riding style.

Technical Specifications KTM 390 Adventure 2021 compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021

KTM 390 Adventure 2021
KTM 890 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore90.7 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke68.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power44 HPEngine power115 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque37 NmTorque92 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio13.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement373.2 ccmDisplacement889 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandWPBrandWP
TravelTravel177 mmTravel150 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake63.5 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,430 mmWheelbase1,476 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height855 mmSeat Height820 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)158 kgDry Weight (with ABS)169 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2License compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise84 dBStationary noise93 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-HeadlightsEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT display

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 890 Duke 2021

KTM 890 Duke 2021

The predecessor 790 Duke already proved that KTM knows how to build a mid-range naked bike for the road. The new 890 carries the torch with a puffy chest and once again lives up to its scalpel nickname. Lively, it pulls the radii and gives off a certain nervousness that can be interpreted as a wild character. The equipment is almost complete - but only almost. Why do you have to pay extra for the quickshifter when it was standard on the predecessor? It is all the more annoying that the clutchless upshifting and downshifting functions as smoothly as butter and that one would not want to do without it.

Rev-happy engine

lively handling

buttery-smooth quickshifter

electronics package

does not arouse a desire for the R version on the country road.

Quickshifter at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 390 Adventure vs KTM 890 Duke

There are a few key differences between a KTM 390 Adventure 2021 and a KTM 890 Duke 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Duke 2021 is about 64% higher. Compared to KTM 890 Duke 2021 there are less KTM 390 Adventure 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 15 compared to 22. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke with 78 days compared to 91 days for the KTM 390 Adventure. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the KTM 390 Adventure and 11 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke since model year 2021. 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 37,800 views for the first review on KTM 890 Duke published on 1/19/2021.

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