2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs KTM 390 ADVENTURE
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE 85.5 cm Tallest seat here
- KTM 390 ADVENTURE 85 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 30 hp (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE) up to 44 hp (KTM 390 ADVENTURE).
- Torque spans 24 Nm (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE) up to 37 Nm (KTM 390 ADVENTURE).
- Weight spans 156 kg (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE) to 158 kg (KTM 390 ADVENTURE).
- Displacement spans 250 cc (2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE) to 400 cc (KTM 390 ADVENTURE).
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| Specification | KTM 250 ADVENTURE | KTM 390 ADVENTURE |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | KTM |
| Model | KTM 250 ADVENTURE | KTM 390 ADVENTURE |
| Engine size | 250cc | 400cc |
| Power | 30hp | 44hp |
| Torque | 24nm. | 37nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 156kg | 158kg |
| Front brake | Four-piston radial fixed calliper | 320 mm Disc with Radially Mounted Caliper |
| Rear brake | Single-piston floating calliper | 230 mm Disc with Floating Caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 85.5cm | 85cm |
| Front tyre | 100/90 19 | 100/90 19 |
| Rear tyre | 130/80 17 | 130/80 17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 | WP APEX USD open-cartridge forks, 43 mm diameter, 170mm travel |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX - Monoshock | WP APEX Monoshock, 177 mm wheel travel WP APEX Monoshock, 177 mm wheel travel Adjustable for Preload (10 steps) |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Adventure |
| Top speed | 160km/h | 170km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14.5 L – 3.4 L/100km | 14.5 L – 3.3 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $6649 | $7399 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View KTM price list |
| Extra features | -Slipper clutch, Windshield, Handle Bar, LCD display |
-5” color TFT-display, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS, My Ride connectivity, Ride-by-Wire. |
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2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs 2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE: listed specifications
The 2024 KTM 250 ADVENTURE and 2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE are closely matched in weight, while the 390 ADVENTURE has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
390 ADVENTURE has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (400 cc vs 250 cc).
Peak power
390 ADVENTURE has a clear listed power advantage (44 hp vs 30 hp).
Torque
390 ADVENTURE has a clear listed torque advantage (37 Nm vs 24 Nm).
Listed top speed
390 ADVENTURE has a modest listed top-speed advantage (170 km/h vs 160 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
250 ADVENTURE and 390 ADVENTURE have very similar listed weights (156 kg vs 158 kg). 250 ADVENTURE and 390 ADVENTURE have very similar seat heights (85.5 cm vs 85 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed, while weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 250 ADVENTURE vs KTM 390 ADVENTURE?
KTM 390 ADVENTURE is listed at 170 km/h (106 mph) vs 160 km/h (99 mph) for KTM 250 ADVENTURE.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or KTM 390 ADVENTURE?
KTM 390 ADVENTURE has 44 hp compared with 30 hp on the KTM 250 ADVENTURE.
Which is lighter, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or KTM 390 ADVENTURE?
KTM 250 ADVENTURE is lighter at 156 kg vs 158 kg for KTM 390 ADVENTURE.
Which is better, KTM 250 ADVENTURE or KTM 390 ADVENTURE?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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