KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Overview - KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

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Technical Specifications KTM 890 Adventure R 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	90.7 mm	Bore	62 mm
Stroke	Stroke	68.8 mm	Stroke	49 mm
Engine power	Engine power	105 HP	Engine power	39 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	100 Nm	Torque	27 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	10,000 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	46 mm	Throttle Bore	32 mm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	889 ccm	Displacement	296 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	48 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	direct	Shock mount	Uni Trak
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	290 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	220 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	90 mm	Front tyre width	100 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	21 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 890 Adventure R 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys-X 300 2017

Solid, simple, good. The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is certainly not the most exciting model in the green product range. But it is a successful addition to the Versys family and will appeal to many beginners. The handling is easy and brings a lot of fun on asphalt and gravel. Whether you ride it at 12,000 rpm and drag footpegs or explore the countryside over dirt roads, the Versys-X 300 proves to be a very versatile motorbike. With accessories, it can also be quickly transformed into a touring machine that promises long-term qualities with simple technology.

High-revving engine

low weight

large steering angle

assist and slipper clutch

good basis for touring machine.

hard bench