Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP price starts at Rs. 13.29 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.51 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Adventure R, priced at Rs. 15.80 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the CB1000 Hornet SP offers a claimed 17 kmpl, while the 890 Adventure R delivers 22.22 kmpl. On the performance front, the CB1000 Hornet SP uses a 1000cc engine producing 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm and the 890 Adventure R a 889cc engine producing 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB1000 Hornet SP and 890 Adventure R, the CB1000 Hornet SP is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the 890 Adventure R stands out for mileage.

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CB1000 Hornet SP vs 890 Adventure R Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB1000 Hornet SPKTM 890 Adventure R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 13.29 LakhRs. 15.80 Lakh
Mileage 17 kmpl22.22 kmpl
Engine 1000 cc889 cc
Max power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 212 Kg215 Kg

CB1000 Hornet SP vs 890 Adventure R Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB1000 Hornet SP STDKTM 890 Adventure R STD
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Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.29 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 15.80 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin
Max Power 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Colors
KTM 890 Adventure R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 36,398 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 43,260 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 38,701 CB1000 Hornet SP Insurance Rs. 40,863 890 Adventure R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
210 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 16 Valves, Inline-Four DOHC, Liquid-Cooled
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin
Engine Displacement
1000 cc
889 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm
104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
107 Nm @ 9000 rpm
100 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
76 mm
90.7 mm
Stroke
55.1 mm
68.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
4
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.7:0.2
13.5:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
17 Kmpl
22.22 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
22.22 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
SHOWA SFF-BP™ Forks
Wp Xplor 48/Compression, Rebound, Preload, Travel - 240 mm
Suspension-Rear
Öhlins™ TTX Monoshock
Wp Xplor Monoshock With PDS/Compression (High And Low Speed), Rebound, Hydraulic Preload, Travel - 240 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
35 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
35 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-180/55-17
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-150/70-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
Not Available
196 kg
Seat height
809 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3.7 L
3 L
Length*Width*Height
2140*790*1085 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1455 mm
1528 mm
Length
2140 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
135 mm
263 mm
Height
1085 mm
Not Available
Width
790 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
17 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
212 Kg
215 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
260 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6.3AH
12V / 10AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Double Beam
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Honda Selectable Torque Contral (HSTC)
Quickshifter+
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
Not Available
Aluminum, tapered
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
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
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
  • The aggressive styling makes it look like a proper big bike
  • The inline-four engine is very refined, with very few vibrations
  • The traction control system adds a layer of safety for newer riders
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  • Currently the bike’s availability is quite limited
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Which bike is cheaper Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Adventure R?
The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is cheaper than KTM 890 Adventure R by ₹2.51 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs KTM 890 Adventure R?
For the STD version, 1000 cc Petrol engine of CB1000 Hornet SP produces 157.17 PS @ 11000 rpm of power and 107 Nm @ 9000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 889 cc Petrol engine of 890 Adventure R produces 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 100 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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