KTM 390 Adventure X 2026 vs. BMW R 1300 RT 2025

KTM 390 Adventure X 2026

KTM 390 Adventure X 2026

BMW R 1300 RT 2025

BMW R 1300 RT 2025

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Technical Specifications KTM 390 Adventure X 2026 compared to BMW R 1300 RT 2025

KTM 390 Adventure X 2026
BMW R 1300 RT 2025
KTM 390 Adventure X 2026
KTM 390 Adventure X 2026
BMW R 1300 RT 2025
BMW R 1300 RT 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore106.5 mm
StrokeStroke64 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power44 HPEngine power145 HP
TorqueTorque39 NmTorque149 Nm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio13.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC, Drag lever
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement398.7 ccmDisplacement1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
TravelTravel200 mmTravel149 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
TravelTravel200 mmTravel158 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake62.5 degreeRake64 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter285 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Engine drag torque control, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,464 mmWheelbase1,500 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height780 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)165 kgDry Weight (with ABS)281 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l
RangeRange430 kmRange489 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions79 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions113 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption3.4 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100km
Euro NormEuro NormEuro 5+Euro NormEuro 5+

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, Case system, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket, Integrated navigation system

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 390 Adventure X 2026

KTM 390 Adventure X 2026

The KTM 390 Adventure X is a versatile all-rounder with a clear focus on road riding. It excels in everyday use, on long rides and on light off-road excursions, but requires an active riding style. Less spectacular than the R, but for many riders the more sensible choice.

easy to handle

low seat height

agile riding performance

fuel-efficient engine

well-suited to everyday use

versatile

poor braking performance

low torque at low revs

basic display

limited wind protection for taller riders

BMW R 1300 RT 2025

BMW R 1300 RT 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 390 Adventure X vs BMW R 1300 RT

Price KTM 390 Adventure X

Model year
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Price BMW R 1300 RT

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