KTM Adventure 390

Thumper · 04-28-2024, 10:17 AM

KTM's 390 is lighter than most adventure/tour bikes, but it actually has an impressive 6 speed liquid cooled engine. Only 350 pounds, and the stiff trellis style frame with 56 inch wheelbase and 63 degree steering head make this an off road capable adventure bike.

They've got a 2024 model locally for $7,600

Not cheap, but not cheap either. KTM engineering is generally worth it if you can pay for it.

https://www.ktm.com/en-us/models/tra...venturesw.html

https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/adv...-know-44593048

tknj99 · 04-28-2024, 11:51 AM

A friend of mine just bought a '24 model and really likes it.. He had a Beta 390 previously and although he admits it has nowhere near the power feel, its still pretty zippy. His goal was an adv bike thats as light as possible yet still being good on the road for touring.

Thumper · 04-28-2024, 02:44 PM

The price is not bad considering the quality and performance you are getting. This comes closest to an adventure bike I'd be willing to buy. Off-road capability is not negotiable with me, and most of the bikes in this class are bloated whales! The weight is a critical factor. Motorcycles fall over, especially if you are on an adventure OFF the pavement!

ProDigit · 04-28-2024, 08:41 PM

I've had my eye on them since the day they were released.
At that time, the engines were unbalanced, and very vibey.
I think around like 2018 or 19 or so, they counterbalanced that engine for a much smoother experience.
The main cons of this bike is:
1- High purchase price,
2- weak shocks (many dirt riders complain of failed or bad suspension).
3- Parts are hard to find
4- Some areas don't have dealerships that sell or work on KTM bikes, and even then, parts can take long time to arrive, and maintenance and parts can be costly.

Weresquatch · 04-30-2024, 03:44 PM

I put about 85 miles on one that my friend owns. I'ts a little BEAST. If I was looking for an ADV bike for 80/20 or even 50/50 it's first on my list. His was a '21 model and they have improvements for the new ones. It does much better off-road than one would think and just RIPS on curvy roads.

04-28-2024, 10:17 AM	#1
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,237	KTM Adventure 390 KTM's 390 is lighter than most adventure/tour bikes, but it actually has an impressive 6 speed liquid cooled engine. Only 350 pounds, and the stiff trellis style frame with 56 inch wheelbase and 63 degree steering head make this an off road capable adventure bike. They've got a 2024 model locally for $7,600 Not cheap, but not cheap either. KTM engineering is generally worth it if you can pay for it. https://www.ktm.com/en-us/models/tra...venturesw.html https://www.motorcycle.com/bikes/adv...-know-44593048 __________________ -2022 5 speed Templar X Orange, OEM 51T rear sprocket, 14T front sprocket -NOS 2020 KTM 250SX (2-stroke motocross), less than 10 hours on it Last edited by Thumper; 04-28-2024 at 09:11 PM.
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04-28-2024, 11:51 AM	#2
tknj99 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Central VA Posts: 1,252	A friend of mine just bought a '24 model and really likes it.. He had a Beta 390 previously and although he admits it has nowhere near the power feel, its still pretty zippy. His goal was an adv bike thats as light as possible yet still being good on the road for touring. __________________ 2024 Zuma Storm 150 DLX 2019 Beta 430 RRS 2017 Honda Fury Former China Bikes: Tao DBX1, Brozz 250, CSC RX4, Titan DLX, Templar X
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04-28-2024, 02:44 PM	#3
Thumper Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kansas City Posts: 2,237	The price is not bad considering the quality and performance you are getting. This comes closest to an adventure bike I'd be willing to buy. Off-road capability is not negotiable with me, and most of the bikes in this class are bloated whales! The weight is a critical factor. Motorcycles fall over, especially if you are on an adventure OFF the pavement! __________________ -2022 5 speed Templar X Orange, OEM 51T rear sprocket, 14T front sprocket -NOS 2020 KTM 250SX (2-stroke motocross), less than 10 hours on it
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04-28-2024, 08:41 PM	#4
ProDigit Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 61	I've had my eye on them since the day they were released. At that time, the engines were unbalanced, and very vibey. I think around like 2018 or 19 or so, they counterbalanced that engine for a much smoother experience. The main cons of this bike is: 1- High purchase price, 2- weak shocks (many dirt riders complain of failed or bad suspension). 3- Parts are hard to find 4- Some areas don't have dealerships that sell or work on KTM bikes, and even then, parts can take long time to arrive, and maintenance and parts can be costly. __________________
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04-30-2024, 03:44 PM	#5
Weresquatch Join Date: Jan 2024 Posts: 93	I put about 85 miles on one that my friend owns. I'ts a little BEAST. If I was looking for an ADV bike for 80/20 or even 50/50 it's first on my list. His was a '21 model and they have improvements for the new ones. It does much better off-road than one would think and just RIPS on curvy roads. __________________ Templar X 250 Vespa GTS 300 Vespa ET4 150 Triumph Legend TT 900
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