Kawasaki KLX230 vs KTM 390 Adventure

KTM 390 Adventure Price starts at Rs. 3.67 Lakh which is Rs. 37,700 costlier than base model of Kawasaki KLX230 priced at Rs. 3.30 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki KLX230 is 40 Kmpl whereas the mileage of KTM 390 Adventure is 30 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki KLX230 is powered by 233 cc engine , while KTM 390 Adventure is powered by 398.63 cc engine. Kawasaki KLX230 is available in 2 different colours while KTM 390 Adventure comes with 2 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki KLX230 vs KTM 390 Adventure can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

KLX230 vs 390 Adventure

Key Highlights KLX230 STD390 Adventure STD
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine 4-Storke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 18.1 PS @ 8000 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
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KLX230 vs 390 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX230 STDKTM 390 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.67 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine 4-Storke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 18.1 PS @ 8000 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX230 Colors
KTM 390 Adventure Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,035 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 10,068 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 14,239 KLX230 Insurance Rs. 26,468 390 Adventure Insurance
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Engine Type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine
4-Storke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
233 cc
398.63 cc
Max Power
18.1 PS @ 8000 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
18.3 Nm @ 6400 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
67 mm
89 mm
Stroke
66 mm
64 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
...
Valve Per Cylinder
2
...
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
...
Compression Ratio
9.4:1
12.71:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40 Kmpl
30 kmpl
Top Speed
...
155 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
...
Peak Power
18.1 PS @ 8000 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Seat height
880 mm
830 mm
Length*Width*Height
2090*845*1150 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1370 mm
...
Length
2090 mm
...
Ground Clearance
265 mm
227 mm
Height
1150 mm
...
Width
845 mm
...
Fuel Capacity
7.6 Liters
14.5 Liters
Kerb Weight
139 Kg
183 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
880 mm
830 mm
Front Brake Diameter
265 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
240 mm

Additional Features
GPS
...
Call/SMS Alerts
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 8AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Cruise Control
...
Frame
Perimeter, High Tensile Steel
Splite Trellis Frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Display
5 Inch TFT Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
...
Switchable ABS
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230
  • Long travel suspension and superb ground clearance makes it quite capable offroad, Switchable ABS at the rear enhances the offroad capabilities of the bike, Look and styling makes the bike look like a proper offroader
KTM 390 Adventure
  • 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
Kawasaki KLX230
  • The pricing is a bit too high compared to competitors, The console is rather plain and doesn't offer many features, Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels
KTM 390 Adventure
  • 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 Kawasaki KLX230 vs KTM 390 Adventure?
The Kawasaki KLX230 is cheaper than KTM 390 Adventure by Rs. 37,700.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX230 vs KTM 390 Adventure?
For the STD version, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230 produces 18.1 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 18.3 Nm @ 6400 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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