KTM 390 Adventure R Launched at ₹3.78 Lakh: Everything You Need to Know About Off-Road King

The KTM 390 Adventure R has officially launched in India with a price at ₹3.78 lakh (ex-showroom). It is a fundamental shift in hardware designed for the rider who looks at a “No Road” sign and sees an invitation. Curiously, it is priced lower than standard 390 Adventure by nearly ₹19,000, It’s actually more—specifically, more suspension, more ground clearance, and a lot more dirt-focused aggression.

KTM 390 Adventure R

The KTM 390 Adventure R flips the script. It is built on the same 399cc LC4c engine platform as the latest 390 Duke, but the similarities mostly end at the crankcase.

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The Engine

Powering this orange beast is the same 398.7cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC engine that we’ve come to love (and slightly fear). It produces a healthy 46 PS of power and 39 Nm of torque.

KTM hasn’t messed with the power figures because, frankly, 46 horses in a 176 kg package is plenty to get you into—and out of—trouble. The power delivery is managed by a 6-speed gearbox equipped with a bi-directional quickshifter as standard. Whether you are clicking up through gears on a highway or downshifting aggressively into a sandy corner, the transmission remains clinical.

Suspension

If you want to know where your money went, look at the gold-anodized forks. The KTM 390 Adventure R ditches the standard suspension for WP Apex long-travel units.

• Travel: 230mm at both the front and the rear.

• Comparison: That is 30mm more than the standard model.

• Capability: This extra travel allows the bike to soak up larger jumps and rutted trails without bottoming out.

Design and Ergonomics

Visually, the KTM 390 Adventure R looks like it just finished a stage of the Dakar Rally. The bodywork is slimmed down, featuring a “Rally Tower” inspired front end that places the 5-inch TFT display higher up for better visibility while standing on the pegs.

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Ground Clearance and Seat Height

Because of the beefier suspension, the bike now boasts a massive 272mm of ground clearance. For context, that is more than most of its rivals, including the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.

However, gravity has a price. The seat height now sits at a lofty 830mm. If you are under 5’8″, you might find yourself doing a bit of a “ballerina dance” at traffic lights. But for the off-road purist, this height is a badge of honor—it means the bike can clear boulders that would high-center a standard tourer.

“Why is the more capable bike ₹19,000 cheaper?” It comes down to the wheels.

1. Tube-Type Spoke Wheels: The KTM 390 Adventure R uses a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheel setup.

2. The “Tube” Factor: Unlike the standard model’s expensive patented tubeless spoke wheels, the R variant uses traditional tube-type rims..

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Full Specifications

Feature	Specification
Engine Displacement	398.7 cc
Engine Type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Max Power	46 PS @ 8,500 rpm
Max Torque	39 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Gearbox	6-Speed with Bi-directional Quickshifter+
Front Suspension	WP Apex 43mm USD Forks (230mm travel)
Rear Suspension	WP Apex Monoshock (230mm travel)
Ground Clearance	272 mm
Seat Height	830 mm
Wheel Size	21-inch (Front) / 18-inch (Rear)
Tyres	Mitas Enduro Trail (Tube-type)
Fuel Tank Capacity	14 Litres
Kerb Weight	176 kg (Approx.)
Brakes	320mm Disc (Front) / 240mm Disc (Rear)

 

Electronics

• Cornering ABS & Traction Control: The 6-axis IMU keeps things stable even when you’re leaning over.

• Off-Road Mode: This allows for rear-wheel slip and disables rear ABS, letting you slide the bike into corners like a pro.

• 5-inch TFT Display: Fully colorized, with turn-by-turn navigation and smartphone connectivity.

• Ride-by-Wire: For crisp, immediate throttle response.

The KTM 390 Adventure R at ₹3.78 lakh is a disruptor. It targets a very specific rider: the one who prefers dirt to pavement and function over comfort.