KTM has revealed the specs of the 2025 390 Adventure and we have all the details to pit it against its chief rival, the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Both the models in their latest guise get a new engine and an updated feature list.
KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Engine and output
| Engine and output | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 KTM 390 Adventure | Royal Enfield Himalayan | |
| Engine | Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, 399cc | Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, 452cc |
| Power | 46hp at 8,500rpm | 40hp at 8,000rpm |
| Torque | 39Nm at 6,500rpm | 40Nm at 5,500rpm |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 251.36hp/tonne | 201.02hp/tonne |
The new 390 Adventure uses the same 399cc mill present in the latest 390 Duke, which is rated for a peak power of 46hp and 39Nm of torque. These figures are up by 2hp and 2.5Nm when compared to the outgoing model. The Himalayan 450 is down on power by 6hp but it delivers its torque 1,000rpm lower. Although, the KTM has a better power-to-weight ratio.
KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Weight and dimensions
| Weight and dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 KTM 390 Adventure | Royal Enfield Himalayan | |
| Seat height | 830mm | 825mm-845mm |
| Ground clearance | 227mm | 230mm |
| Wheelbase | NA | 1510mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 litres | 17 litres |
| Kerb weight | 183kg | 196kg |
Here, the Royal Enfield is more approachable for shorter riders due to its adjustable seat height. In addition to adjustability, there's also a low seat accessory available which further drops the seat height to 805mm. On the flip side, the KTM offers no adjustability. The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has a 3-litre larger fuel tank compared to the KTM 390 Adventure which should aid tank-to-tank range. The KTM gains an edge in terms of its lower kerb weight as the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is 13kg heavier.
KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Suspension and brakes
| Suspension and brakes | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 KTM 390 Adventure | Royal Enfield Himalayan | |
| Brakes (F/R) | 320mm disc/ 240mm disc | 330mm disc/ 270mm disc |
| Suspension (F/R) | USD Fork/ monoshock | USD Fork/ monoshock |
| Suspension travel (F/R) | 200mm/205mm | 200mm/200mm |
| Wheel size (F/R) | 21-inch/17-inch | 21-inch/ 17-inch |
Both the KTM and Royal Enfield ride on an identical wheel set-up of 21-inch front and 17-inch rear and boast of similar suspension travel. However, the 390 Adventure has 5mm more travel. The only major point of difference is the larger rear disc on the Himalayan 450.
KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Features
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 KTM 390 Adventure | Royal Enfield Himalayan | |
| TFT dash | 5-inch colour display | 4-inch colour display |
| Connectivity | Phone connectivity via app | Phone connectivity via app |
| Riding modes | 3 (Street, Rain and Off-road) | 4 (Eco, Eco with ABS off, Performance, Performance with ABS Off) |
| Throttle | Ride-by-wire | Ride-by-wire |
| Cruise control | Available | Not available |
| Maps connectivity | Turn-by-turn navigation | Capable of displaying Google maps |
Both the motorcycles are feature-loaded with all the basics covered. The KTM outdoes the Royal Enfield as it gets some additional convenience features such as cruise control and a bi-directional quick-shifter. Another difference is that the KTM gets a rectangular display whereas the Royal Enfield gets a round display. Both motorcycles get ride-by-wire enabling them to feature riding modes.
KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Prices
| Price | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2025 KTM 390 Adventure | Royal Enfield Himalayan | |
| Price | To be announced | Rs 2.85 - Rs 2.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai) |
The 2025 KTM Adventure 390’s prices are yet to be announced but for reference, the outgoing model’s most affordable variant cost Rs 2.8 lakh (ex-showroom) and the top-of-the-range variant was priced at Rs 3.6 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 starting at Rs 2.85 lakh undercuts the outgoing model’s top variant by a hefty margin and we expect the most affordable 2025 KTM 390 Adventure X to also receive a slight bump in price, further adding to this price disparity.
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