2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R vs 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 2018 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R

Enduro / Off-Road

Engine
Four stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
118 kW / 160 hp @ 8750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
217 kg / 478.4 lbs
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
Year2017 - 182025
Make ModelKTM 1290 Super Adventure RKTM 390 Adventure R
Dimensions
Seat Height890 mm / 35 in870 mm / 34.3 in
Wheelbase1580±15 mm / 62.2 in1481 mm / 58.3 in
Ground Clearance250 mm / 9.8 in-
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)-165
Dry Weight (kg)217-
Dry Weight217 kg / 478.4 lbs-
Fuel Capacity23 Litres / 6 US gal14 L / 3.7 US gal
Wet Weight-165 kg / 364 lbs
Performance
Max Power118 kW / 160 hp @ 8750 rpm33 kW / 44.3 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque140 Nm / 103.7 lb-ft @ 6750rpm39 Nm / 28.7 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1301 cc / 79.3 cu-in398.7 cc / 24.3 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, 75°V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, single cylinder, DOHC with finger followers, 4 valves
Bore x Stroke108 x 71 mm89 x 64 mm
Compression Ratio13.1:112.6:1
Cooling SystemLiquid cooling system, continuous circulation of cooling liquid with water pumpLiquid Cooled
Emissions-EURO 5+
Engine ManagementKeihin EMS with RBW and cruise control, double ignitionBosch EMS with RBW
Fuel Induction2x Keihin EFI w/ 52mm throttle bodiesBosch fuel injection, 46 mm throttle body
IgnitionSystem contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment-
LubricationForced oil lubrication with 3 oil pumpsWet sump
StarterEletricElectric
Valve Inspection Interval18,600 miles-
EV Specifics
Battery CapacityBattery: 12V 11.2AH-
Drivetrain
ClutchPASC anti-hopping clutch/ hydraulically operatedPASC slipper clutch, mechanically operated
Final DriveChain 5/8 x 5/16" X RingChain 520-X Ring
Primary Drive-86:33
Primary Drive Ratios40:76-
Transmission / Drive6-speed6 Speed
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular space frame made from chrome molybdenum steel, powder-coated Steel trellis frame, powder coated, with bolt-on subframe
Suspension - Front48 mm WP fully adjustable USD forks43mm WP APEX 43, compression and rebound adjustble, 30 clicks
Suspension - RearWP-PDS Monoshock fully adjustableWP APEX Split Piston, preload with top ring and rebound, 20 clicks
Steering Head Angle64°63.1°
Wheel Travel - Front220 mm / 8.6 in230 mm / 9.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear220 mm / 8.6 in230 mm / 9.1 in
Electrical Systems
Charging System450 watts max.-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2 x 320 mm floating disc, Brembo four-piston brake calipersSingle
Brakes - RearSingle 267 mm disc, Brembo two-piston brake caliperSingle 240 mm disc, Bybre floating 1 piston caliper
ABSBosch 9ME combined ABS, incl. cornering ABS and offroad mode, disengageableBosch 10.3 Modular with Offroad mode
Tyres - Front90/90-2190/90 x R21 M/C 54T M+S
Tyres - Rear150/70-ZR18140/80 x R18 M/C 70T M+S
Wheels-Wire spoke, aluminium rims
Wheels - FrontSpoked aluminum21 x 1.85
Wheels - RearSpoked aluminum18 x 2.5