BMW F 450 GS vs KTM 390 Adventure S

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure S price starts at Rs. 4.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 65,150 cheaper than the base variant of BMW F 450 GS, priced at Rs. 4.70 Lakh. On the performance front, the F 450 GS uses a 420cc engine producing 47.58 PS @ 8750 rpm and the 390 Adventure S a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the F 450 GS and 390 Adventure S, the F 450 GS is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the 390 Adventure S stands out for affordability.

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F 450 GS vs 390 Adventure S Comparison Summary

Specification BMW F 450 GSKTM 390 Adventure S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 4.70 LakhRs. 4.05 Lakh
Mileage Not Available30 kmpl
Engine 420 cc398.63 cc
Max power 47.58 PS @ 8750 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 178 Kg182 Kg

F 450 GS vs 390 Adventure S Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW F 450 GS STDKTM 390 Adventure S STD
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Brand Name BMW KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 4.70 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 4.05 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2-Cylinder Inline, DOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 47.58 PS @ 8750 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW F 450 GS Colors
KTM 390 Adventure S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 12,868 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 11,085 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 24,687 F 450 GS Insurance Rs. 23,737 390 Adventure S Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
165 kmph
155 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2-Cylinder Inline, DOHC, Liquid-cooled Engine
4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
420 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.58 PS @ 8750 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
43 Nm @ 6750 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
Not Available
89 mm
Stroke
Not Available
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
12.71:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
20-25 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Fork
Wp Apex Usd Open Cartridge Fork, 43 mm, Wheels Travel - 200 mm, Fully Adjustable For Compression And Rebound Damping (30-Step)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock With Travel-Dependent Damping (WAD), Rebond and Pre-load Adjustable
Wp Monoshock, 205 mm, Adjustable For Rebound Damping (20-Click) And Preload (10-Step)

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19,Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
845 mm
830 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.5 L
2.9 L
Length*Width*Height
2161*869*1210 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1470 mm
Length
2161 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
Not Available
237 mm
Height
1210 mm
Not Available
Width
869 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
178 Kg
182 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Steel tube frame with load-bearing engine, steel tube sub-frame
Split Trellis Frame, Bolt On Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Enduro
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Dynamic Engine Brake Control, On-Board Computer, Cornering ABS
Quickshifter+, MTC, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW F 450 GS
  • Looks quite appealing
  • Loaded with electronics like riding modes, TFT display, and rider aids
  • Parallel-twin engine should offer a refined and strong performance
KTM 390 Adventure S
  • Feels incredibly light and easy to manage
  • Tubeless spoke wheels are a real boon for handling punctures
  • Motor is tractable, making it easy to ride in the city or even off road
  • Cruise control works great when touring on highways
  • Nearly fully-adjustable suspension lets you set the bike up for your weight or riding style easily
  • Fantastic highway performance
  • No wind buffeting at over 100kmph
BMW F 450 GS
  • Tall seat height may not suit shorter riders
  • GS Trophy variant is on the costlier side
KTM 390 Adventure S
  • Slight vibrations in the footpegs above 6000rpm
  • Need to remove a side panel to adjust rear preload setting
  • Footpeg rubbers need a spanner to remove
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Which bike is cheaper BMW F 450 GS vs KTM 390 Adventure S?
The KTM 390 Adventure S is cheaper than BMW F 450 GS by ₹65,150.
Which bike offers better performance BMW F 450 GS vs KTM 390 Adventure S?
For the STD version, 420 cc Petrol engine of F 450 GS produces 47.58 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 43 Nm @ 6750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure S produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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