The KTM 390 Adventure has received a subtle but noteworthy upgrade in the form of spoke wheels. So let’s pit two of the most popular adventure bikes (although the former resonates more with being a tourer) the 390 Adventure and the Royal Enfield Himalayan together.
2023 KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Price
The KTM 390 made its debut late 2019 and continues to be one of the most well-rounded motorcycles in the sub-500cc adventure bike segment in India. The Royal Enfield on the other hand is a comparatively more affordable ADV at a starting price of Rs. 2.14 lakh, ex-showroom for the standard variant.
The current KTM ADV 390 has a starting price of Rs.3.34 lakh, ex-showroom and we expect a premium of some thousand rupees over the current price to incorporate the few changes made to the motorcycle.
2023 KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Specs
| Model | 2023 KTM ADV 390 | Royal Enfield Himalayan |
| Dry Weight | 162 kgs | 199 kgs |
| Length | 2154 mm | 2190 mm |
| Width | 900 mm | 840 mm |
| Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5-litres | 15-litres |
The 2023 KTM Adventure 390 and the Royal Enfield Himalayan have their own strengths that reflect even on paper. The ADV 390 is lighter than the Himalayan but it is taller. Both are nearly same in length and width.
Engine
The 2023 KTM 390 Adventure continues to be powered with the same 373cc single-cylinder engine as before that churns 43 bhp and 37 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a bi-directional quickshifter.
The RE Himalayan is powered by a 411cc engine producing 24.3bhp @ 6500 rpm and 32 Nm of torque @ 4000-4500 rpm.
2023 KTM 390 Adventure vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: Features
The 2023 KTM 390 Adventure gets wire-spoke rims making it a tad more off-road capable as cast alloy rims have the danger of getting bent or cracking under significant impact. On the other hand, aluminium wire-spoke rims are stronger and the go-to choice for off-roading.
The wire-spoke rims aren’t tubeless, but the same size as the cast rims and that is 19-inch at the front and 17-inch at the rear. For cosmetic changes, the main frame is finished in bright orange which identifies a KTM.
The Himalayan gets tripper navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and switchable ABS as some of its most notable features.
