Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 390 Adventure R

Last Updated: August 21, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure R price starts at Rs. 3.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.91 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki Ninja 650, priced at Rs. 7.77 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ninja 650 offers a claimed 21 kmpl, while the 390 Adventure R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Ninja 650 uses a 649cc engine producing 68 PS @ 8000 rpm and the 390 Adventure R a 398.7cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Ninja 650 and 390 Adventure R, the 390 Adventure R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Ninja 650 stands out for performance.

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Ninja 650 vs 390 Adventure R Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki Ninja 650KTM 390 Adventure R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 7.77 LakhRs. 3.86 Lakh
Mileage 21 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 649 cc398.7 cc
Max power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 196 Kg183 Kg

Ninja 650 vs 390 Adventure R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2025)KTM 390 Adventure R STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 7.77 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.86 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Colors
KTM 390 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. 21,274 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 10,569 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 30,032 Ninja 650 Insurance Rs. 23,463 390 Adventure R Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
210 kmph
155 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled 4 Stroke Parallel Twin, 8 valves, DOHC
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
649 cc
398.7 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
83 mm
89 mm
Stroke
60 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
Battery And Coil (Transistorised Ignition)
Inductive ignition system
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
12.71:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø41 mm Telescopic Fork Travel - 125 mm
Adjustable (30 step Damping) - Inverted Telescopic Fork, 43 mm dia (open cartridge), Travel - 230 mm
Suspension-Rear
Horizontal Back-Link Swingarm Travel - 130 mm
WP Apex Split Piston, Travel - 230 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17,Rear :-160/60-17
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-140/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Dry Weight
181 kg
165 kg
Seat height
790 mm
880 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.3 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2115*740*1145 mm3
2238*821*1490 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1479 mm
Length
2115 mm
2238 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
272 mm
Height
1145 mm
1490 mm
Width
740 mm
821 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
196 Kg
183 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
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
Trellis High Tensile Steel
Split Trellis Frame, Bolt On Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology)
Quickshifter+, MTC, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports 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
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms
Not Available
2nd Service
6000 Kms
Not Available
3rd Service
12000 Kms
Not Available
4th Service
18000 Kms
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • No power loss in the BS6 guise
  • Now gets a 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • Shod with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres
Kawasaki Ninja 650
  • Has become pricey
  • Engine lacks excitement
  • Skimps on adjustable suspension, radial brake callipers or electronic aids
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Kawasaki Ninja 650 Vs KTM 390 Adventure R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 390 Adventure R?
The KTM 390 Adventure R is cheaper than Kawasaki Ninja 650 by ₹3.91 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs KTM 390 Adventure R?
For the (2025) version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Ninja 650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 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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