Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic vs KTM 390 Adventure

Last Updated: August 10, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.83 Lakh, which is Rs. 22.88 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic, priced at Rs. 25.71 Lakh. On the performance front, the Heritage Classic uses a 1923cc engine producing 92.45 PS @ 5020 rpm and the 390 Adventure a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the Heritage Classic and 390 Adventure, the 390 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Heritage Classic stands out for performance.

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Heritage Classic vs 390 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson Heritage ClassicKTM 390 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 25.71 LakhRs. 2.83 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmplNot Available
Engine 1923 cc349.32 cc
Max power 92.45 PS @ 5020 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 326 Kg181 Kg

Heritage Classic vs 390 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic STDKTM 390 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 25.71 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 92.45 PS @ 5020 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Heritage Classic Colors
KTM 390 Adventure Colors
Wheel Size Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Cast Aluminum Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 70,393 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,736 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 58,187 Heritage Classic Insurance Rs. 13,441 390 Adventure Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
177 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Milwaukee-Eight® 117 Classic
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
1923 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
92.45 PS @ 5020 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
156 Nm @ 2750 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
103.5 mm
89 mm
Stroke
114.3 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
18.18 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
230 PS/tonne
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring; "beer can" covers
USD - Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Hidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke; hydraulic preload adjustment
Monoshock - Wheel Travel - 205 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-130/90-R16, Rear :-150/80-R16
Front :- 100/90-19Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Cast Aluminum
Alloy

Dry Weight
304 kg
Not Available
Seat height
690 mm
825 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.7 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1630 mm
1470 mm
Length
2415 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
120 mm
228 mm
Width
930 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.9 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
326 Kg
181 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
240 mm

USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Projector head light
Not Available
LED Projector

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Stiffer Frame
Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Hand Controls, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System,Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System
Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Is priced quite decently
  • Gets loads of features
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Misses out on adjustable suspension
  • Uncomfortable pillion seat experience
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Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Heritage Classic vs KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic by ₹22.88 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Heritage Classic vs KTM 390 Adventure?
For the STD version, 1923 cc Petrol engine of Heritage Classic produces 92.45 PS @ 5020 rpm of power and 156 Nm @ 2750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 349.32 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure produces 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm of power and 33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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