KTM 250 Adventure vs KTM 390 Adventure

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

KTM 250 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 30,024 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Adventure, priced at Rs. 2.83 Lakh. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 390 Adventure a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and 390 Adventure, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the 390 Adventure stands out for performance.

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250 Adventure vs 390 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureKTM 390 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.53 LakhRs. 2.83 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.07 cc349.32 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg181 Kg

250 Adventure vs 390 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDKTM 390 Adventure STD
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Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.53 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
KTM 390 Adventure Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,914 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,736 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,936 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 13,441 390 Adventure Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
230 PS/tonne
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
35.63 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
USD - Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Monoshock - Wheel Travel - 205 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Front :- 100/90-19Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1470 mm
Length
2154 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
228 mm
228 mm
Width
900 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
181 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
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
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
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
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
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
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Features a similar look and styling as the KTM 390 Adventure X, Gets a premium looking TFT console with smartphone connectivity, Has a lot of electronic riding aids on offer
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Is priced quite decently
  • Gets loads of features
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels which would have made it more capable off-road, Doesn’t get adjustable suspension even as an accessory, Misses out on cruise control
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Misses out on adjustable suspension
  • Uncomfortable pillion seat experience
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Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 250 Adventure is cheaper than KTM 390 Adventure by ₹30,024.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs KTM 390 Adventure?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Adventure produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 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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