KTM 390 ADVENTURE vs 2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660
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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.
- KTM 390 ADVENTURE 85 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660 80.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4.5 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 44 hp (KTM 390 ADVENTURE) up to 81 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
- Torque spans 37 Nm (KTM 390 ADVENTURE) up to 63.7 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
- Weight spans 158 kg (KTM 390 ADVENTURE) to 189 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
- Displacement spans 400 cc (KTM 390 ADVENTURE) to 650 cc (2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660).
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| Specification | KTM 390 ADVENTURE | TRIUMPH Trident 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | KTM | TRIUMPH |
| Model | KTM 390 ADVENTURE | TRIUMPH Trident 660 |
| Engine size | 400cc | 650cc |
| Power | 44hp | 81hp |
| Torque | 37nm. | 63.7nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | 3 cylinders, 12 valves |
| Weight | 158kg | 189kg |
| Front brake | 320 mm Disc with Radially Mounted Caliper | Nissin two-piston sliding calipers, twin 310mm discs, ABS |
| Rear brake | 230 mm Disc with Floating Caliper | Nissin single-piston sliding caliper, single 255mm disc, ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 80.5cm |
| Front tyre | 100/90 19 | 120/70R17 |
| Rear tyre | 130/80 17 | 180/55R17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | WP APEX USD open-cartridge forks, 43 mm diameter, 170mm travel | Showa 41mm upside down separate function forks (SFF) |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX Monoshock, 177 mm wheel travel WP APEX Monoshock, 177 mm wheel travel Adjustable for Preload (10 steps) | Showa monoshock RSU, with preload adjustment |
| Motorcycle type | Adventure | Naked |
| Top speed | 170km/h | 210km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 14.5 L – 3.3 L/100km | 14 L – 5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $7399 | $8595 |
| Brand price lists | View KTM price list | View TRIUMPH price list |
| Extra features | -5” color TFT-display, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS, My Ride connectivity, Ride-by-Wire. |
-TFT instruments, traction control -Power Modes, electronic throttle control -15000km Service motorcycle maintenance interval |
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2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE vs 2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660: listed specifications
The 2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE and 2024 TRIUMPH Trident 660 differ on the listed specifications: the 390 ADVENTURE has a lower listed weight, and the Trident 660 has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Trident 660 has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (650 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Trident 660 has a clear listed power advantage (81 hp vs 44 hp).
Torque
Trident 660 has a clear listed torque advantage (63.7 Nm vs 37 Nm).
Listed top speed
Trident 660 has a clear listed top-speed advantage (210 km/h vs 170 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
390 ADVENTURE is notably lighter on the listed weight (158 kg vs 189 kg). There is a noticeable listed seat-height difference: 390 ADVENTURE is listed higher (85 cm) than Trident 660 (80.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of KTM 390 ADVENTURE vs TRIUMPH Trident 660?
TRIUMPH Trident 660 is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph) vs 170 km/h (106 mph) for KTM 390 ADVENTURE.
Which has more horsepower, KTM 390 ADVENTURE or TRIUMPH Trident 660?
TRIUMPH Trident 660 has 81 hp compared with 44 hp on the KTM 390 ADVENTURE.
Which is lighter, KTM 390 ADVENTURE or TRIUMPH Trident 660?
KTM 390 ADVENTURE is lighter at 158 kg vs 189 kg for TRIUMPH Trident 660.
Which is better, KTM 390 ADVENTURE or TRIUMPH Trident 660?
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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