Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018 vs. KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018 vs KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018 compared to KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018
KTM 390 Adventure 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore83 mmBore89 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power61 HPEngine power44 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque37 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement373.2 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typePerimeterFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width160 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,575 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height705 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)172 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2018

No matter which platform Kawasaki puts the 650 cubic two-cylinder in, the result is always a great motorbike! Even though the engine is unusually rev-happy for a cruiser, it results in a cruiser that actually qualifies as a sports cruiser when paired with the sporty chassis set-up. The only brake is the limited lean angle clearance, but this will not deter lovers of hearty footrest grinding. With such a good bike, we hope that Kawasaki will follow suit - after all, the Vulcan S has been with us almost unchanged since 2015.

powerful engine

chassis tuning with sporty Kawasaki DNA

real cruiser seating position

easy-to-read display

potential in tuning

Appearance a little outdated

moderate wind protection

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

KTM 390 Adventure 2024

The small 390 Adventurr can be seen as an absolute all-rounder in its class and a real value-for-money winner. The high-quality electronics package and the powerful single-cylinder make it a pure fun machine that does not overtax inexperienced on- and off-road riders, but supports them. The sporty but comfortable seating position and the decent wind protection make even longer tours possible. No matter what surface you ride it on, the 390 Adventure is a lot of fun - but most of all in tight corners!

Powerful engine

adjustable chassis

good wind protection

top price-performance ratio

high-quality electronics package including lean angle-dependent traction control and cornering ABS

optional Quickshifter+

real fun machine on any surface.

A little too compact for tall pilots

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Vulcan S vs KTM 390 Adventure

Price Kawasaki Vulcan S

Model year
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Price KTM 390 Adventure

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