2025 KTM 390 Adventure R: Key Things To Know

If you’ve loved the 390 Adventure, we have some good news for you. The popular entry-level adventure bike has become more capable than ever, thanks to an army of updates all around. These range from a new engine, updated electronics, and more off-road capable underpinnings. Without further ado, here are the key things you should know.

A New 399cc, Single-Cylinder Engine

The updated 390 Adventure employs the new 399cc, single-cylinder engine that debuted on the 390 Duke. It has more capacity than the 373cc mill that helps produce 44 horsepower and 28.7 pound-feet via a six-speed transmission. This is the same as the 390 Duke and that’s not a bad thing. Why? Because the power figures are higher than its two arch-rivals: the Royal Enfield Himalayan and the CFMoto Ibex 450. Sounds like a win!

Engine	399cc, single-cylinder
Power	44 HP
Torque	28.7 LB-FT
Transmission	Six-speed

Quality Underpinnings, Regardless Of The Variant

Unlike before, you can have two variants: 390 Adventure X and 390 Adventure R. The X is the road-friendly base model, evident from the 19/17-inch cast aluminum alloy wheels. Likewise, the WP Apex forks and monoshock have 7.87 inches of travel.

The 390 R is the one for off-road enthusiasts. There are 21/18-inch spoke wheels, wrapped in knobby tires. WP Apex suspension offering over 9 inches of travel at each end rounds off the package. In a similar fashion, the X is devoid of modern-day features, such as a TFT, ride modes, traction control, and cornering ABS.

Specification	390 Adventure X	390 Adventure R
Chassis	Trellis	Trellis
Front suspension	WP Apex 43 mm USD forks (7.87 inch travel)	WP Apex 43 mm USD forks (9.06 inch travel)
Rear suspension	WP Apex monoshock (7.87 inch travel)	WP Apex monoshock (9.06 inch travel)
Wheels	19/17-inch alloys	21/17-inch spokes
Brakes	320/240 mm discs (F/R)	320/240 mm discs (F/R)
Ground clearance	9.1 inches	10.7 inches
Seat height	32.4 inches	34.2 inches
Weight	363 pounds (without fuel)	363 pounds (without fuel)