Harley-Davidson Nightster vs KTM 390 Adventure R

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure R price starts at Rs. 3.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.68 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Nightster, priced at Rs. 14.54 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Nightster offers a claimed 18.18 kmpl, while the 390 Adventure R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Nightster uses a 975cc engine producing 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm and the 390 Adventure R a 398.7cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nightster and 390 Adventure R, the 390 Adventure R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Nightster stands out for performance.

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Nightster vs 390 Adventure R Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson NightsterKTM 390 Adventure R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 14.54 LakhRs. 3.86 Lakh
Mileage 18.18 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 975 cc398.7 cc
Max power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 221 Kg183 Kg

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Basic Info Harley-Davidson Nightster STDKTM 390 Adventure R STD
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 14.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.86 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution® Max 975T 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Nightster Colors
KTM 390 Adventure R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 39,810 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 10,569 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 40,657 Nightster Insurance Rs. 23,463 390 Adventure R Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
180 kmph
155 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution® Max 975T
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
975 cc
398.7 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
95 Nm @ 5750 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
97 mm
89 mm
Stroke
66 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Inductive ignition system
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
12.71:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
18.18 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Adjustable (30 step Damping) - Inverted Telescopic Fork, 43 mm dia (open cartridge), Travel - 230 mm
Suspension-Rear
Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment.
WP Apex Split Piston, Travel - 230 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/80-16
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-140/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
211 kg
165 kg
Seat height
705 mm
880 mm
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2238*821*1490 mm3
Wheelbase
1545 mm
1479 mm
Length
2250 mm
2238 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
272 mm
Height
Not Available
1490 mm
Width
840 mm
821 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
221 Kg
183 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Hoop-style Frame
Split Trellis Frame, Bolt On Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Coolant Temperature Alert, ABS Alert, High Beam Indicator, Rear ABS Disabled Indication, Fog Lamp Indication, Failure Indication Alert, Neutral Position Indication, Low Tyre Pressure Indication, Check Engine Light Indication, Oil Pressure Alert, Drag-Torque Slip Control System
Quickshifter+, MTC, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes
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Harley Davidson Nightster Vs KTM 390 Adventure R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Nightster vs KTM 390 Adventure R?
The KTM 390 Adventure R is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Nightster by ₹10.68 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Nightster vs KTM 390 Adventure R?
For the STD version, 975 cc Petrol engine of Nightster produces 89.7 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 95 Nm @ 5750 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.7 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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