KTM 390 Adventure
- Production years
- 2020–2023
- Brand
- KTM
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KTM 390 Adventure (2023)
Selected year: 2020
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 373 cm³
- Dry weight
- 158 kg
- Seat height
- 855 mm
Overview
The 2023 KTM 390 Adventure is an adventure bike with a 373 cc single-cylinder engine, producing 44 hp (33 kW) and 37 Nm. It weighs 172 kg (wet weight) and has a 14.5 L fuel tank. Its front and rear wheels are listed as 2.50 x 19 and 3.50 x 17, with 170 mm of front-wheel travel and 177 mm at the rear. The suspension uses a WP APEX inverted fork and a WP APEX shock absorber with adjustable rebound and spring preload. Compared with the Kawasaki KLE500, the 390 Adventure is 23 kg lighter.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore
- 89 mm
- Bore x stroke
- 89 x 60 mm
- Engine capacity
- 373 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 12.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid Cooled
- Cylinders
- 1
- Engine type
- Four stroke, single cylinder. DOHC with finger followers, 4 valves
- Fuel system
- Bosch EFI throttle body 38 mm
- Ignition
- Bosch EMS with RBW
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Stroke
- 60 mm
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Chain size
- 520
- Clutch
- PASC slipper clutch, mechanically operated
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Primary drive
- 30:80
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 158 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14 L
- Ground clearance
- 200 mm
- Seat height
- 855 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,430 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Fork tube size
- 43 mm
- Frame
- Steel trellis frame, powder coated, Subframe Steel trellis frame, powder coated
- Front suspension
- 43 mm WP APEX inverted fork
- Front wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP APEX shock absorber, adjustbable rebound and spring preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 177 mm
- Trail
- 98 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Bosch 9.1MP Two Channel (disengageable)
- Front brakes
- Single 320 mm disc, 4 piston, radially mounted caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/90 ZR 19
- Front wheel
- Cast aluminium wheels 2.50 x 19
- Rear brakes
- Single 230 mm disc 2 piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- Rear tyre
- 130/80 ZR 17
- Rear wheel
- Cast aluminium wheels 3.50 x 17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Electronic rider aids
- MTC
Last updated:
Model years
2022
Fuel capacity: 14 L → 14.5 L
2023
Power: 43 hp (32 kW) → 44 hp (33 kW); Seat height: 855 mm → 830 - 855 mm / 32.6 in - 33.6 in
| Specification | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 373 cm³ | 373 cm³ | 373 cm³ |
| Power | — | 43 hp (32 kW) | 44 hp (33 kW) |
| Torque | — | 37 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Dry weight | 158 kg | 158 kg | 172 kg |
| Seat height | 855 mm | 855 mm | 830 - 855 mm / 32.6 in - 33.6 in |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Light for its class
At 172 kg (wet weight), it is 54.5 kg lighter than the adventure-bike median in our catalogue.
Rider fit
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How to measure
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Estimated ground reach
Tiptoes likely; one-foot stops may feel easier
Plan to use a one-foot stop and test the motorcycle before buying.
Seat height
855 mm
Approx. loaded height
825 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 14 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
255 km
With 10% reserve
229 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What is the weight of KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure weighs 158 kg (dry weight). For model year 2020.
What are the specs of KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure has the following key specifications (specs) for model year 2020: 373 cc; 158 kg (dry weight); seat height 855 mm; fuel tank 14 L. Specification table
What is the seat height of KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure has a seat height of 855 mm. For model year 2020.
What is the fuel tank capacity of KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure has a fuel tank capacity of 14 L. For model year 2020.













