2023 Husqvarna FE 501 vs 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2023 Husqvarna FE 501 2023 Husqvarna FE 501

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Titanium valves
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
239.0 pounds
2025 KTM 390 Adventure R 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, single cylinder, DOHC with finger followers, 4 valves
Power
33 kW / 44.3 hp @ 8500 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
165 kg / 364 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Comments2 engine maps. Traction control.-
Year-2025
ColoursWhite/blue/yellow-
Make Model-KTM 390 Adventure R
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)14.2 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)360 mm-
Wheelbase (mm)1482 mm-
Seat Height (mm)950 mm-
Wheelbase (in.)58.3 inches-
Seat Height (in.)37.4 inches-
Seat Height950 mm / 37.4 in.870 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1482 mm / 58.3 in.1481 mm / 58.3 in
Weights & Capacities
Fuel Capacity (l)9.00 litres-
Dry Weight (kg)108.4-
Dry Weight (lbs.)239.0 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)-165
Fuel Capacity (gal.)2.38 US gallons-
Dry Weight108.4 kg / 239.0 lbs-
Fuel Capacity9.00 litres / 2.38 US gallons14 L / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight-165 kg / 364 lbs
Performance
Max Power-33 kW / 44.3 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque-39 Nm / 28.7 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Engine
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke-
Displacement (cc)510.9 cc-
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)-
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.7 x 2.8 inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)95.0 x 72.0 mm-
CO284.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)-
Displacement (ci)31.18 cubic inches-
Displacement-398.7 cc / 24.3 cu-in
Engine DetailTitanium valvesFour stroke, single cylinder, DOHC with finger followers, 4 valves
Fuel SystemInjection-
Bore x Stroke-89 x 64 mm
Compression Ratio12.2:112.6:1
Cooling System-Liquid Cooled
Emissions-EURO 5+
Engine Management-Bosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Consumption3.62 litres/100 km (27.6 km/l or 64.98 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-Bosch fuel injection, 46 mm throttle body
IgnitionHitachi Astemo EMS-
Lubrication-Wet sump
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System4-
Drivetrain
ClutchDDS wet multi-disc clutch, Braktec hydraulicsPASC slipper clutch, mechanically operated
Final DriveChain   (final drive)Chain 520-X Ring
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary DriveX-ring 5/8 x 1/4 in chain86:33
Transmission / Drive-6 Speed
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)11.8 inches-
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)300 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)300 mm-
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)11.8 inches-
Frame TypeCentral double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steelSteel trellis frame, powder coated, with bolt-on subframe
Suspension - FrontWP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm43mm WP APEX 43, compression and rebound adjustble, 30 clicks
Suspension - RearWP XACT Monoshock with linkageWP APEX Split Piston, preload with top ring and rebound, 20 clicks
Rake26.5°-
Steering Head Angle-63.1°
Wheel Travel - Front300 mm / 11.8 in.230 mm / 9.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear300 mm / 11.8 in.230 mm / 9.1 in
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - FrontSingle disc. Wave disk.Single
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Wave disk.Single 240 mm disc, Bybre floating 1 piston caliper
ABS-Bosch 10.3 Modular with Offroad mode
Tyres - Front90/90-2190/90 x R21 M/C 54T M+S
Tyres - Rear-140/80 x R18 M/C 70T M+S
Wheels-Wire spoke, aluminium rims
Wheels - Front-21 x 1.85
Wheels - Rear-18 x 2.5