KTM RC 390 2014 vs. Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

KTM RC 390 2014

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

Overview - KTM RC 390 2014 vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

KTM RC 390 2014

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

Technical Specifications KTM RC 390 2014 compared to Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

KTM RC 390 2014

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

KTM RC 390 2014

Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	89 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	60 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	44 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	35 Nm	Torque	35 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	12.6
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	373.2 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,340 mm	Wheelbase	1,367 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	800 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	147 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	139 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	10 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 390 2014

The RC390 has opened my eyes and I hope that there is a lot more to come with small displacement. Low weight still leads to the greatest enjoyment when riding a motorbike, although you can't do without a bit of power either. But the 390 somehow managed to inspire me with its 44 hp and to break me of my addiction to even more power. I'm going to build a small race track 2.5 km long with 14 bends and then there'll be a 1000PS RC390 Cup.

Low weight

Sufficient power

Pleasant geometry

Unique design, Great features

Full performance accessory range.

Spongy and weak brakes

Insufficient lean angle clearance for race track

Stony hard seat