KTM 390 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900

Last Updated: August 14, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure R price starts at Rs. 3.86 Lakh, which is Rs. 10.54 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Tiger 900, priced at Rs. 14.40 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 390 Adventure R offers a claimed 30 kmpl, while the Tiger 900 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the 390 Adventure R uses a 398.7cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Tiger 900 a 888cc engine producing 108 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 390 Adventure R and Tiger 900, the 390 Adventure R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Tiger 900 stands out for performance.

...Read More

390 Adventure R vs Tiger 900 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 390 Adventure RTriumph Tiger 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.86 LakhRs. 14.40 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 398.7 cc888 cc
Max power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 183 Kg219 Kg

390 Adventure R vs Tiger 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Adventure R STDTriumph Tiger 900 GT
Rating
Be the first to review this bike
4 reviews
Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.86 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm 108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Adventure R Colors
Triumph Tiger 900 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 10,563 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,427 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 23,460 390 Adventure R Insurance Rs. 38,823 Tiger 900 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
155 kmph
202 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
398.7 cc
888 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
90 Nm @ 6850 rpm
Bore
89 mm
78 mm
Stroke
64 mm
61.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Inductive ignition system
Not Available
Compression Ratio
12.71:1
13.0:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
21.27 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
4.77s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
15.90m
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
27.81m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
44.17m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
2.40s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
2.79s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Adjustable (30 step Damping) - Inverted Telescopic Fork, 43 mm dia (open cartridge), Travel - 230 mm
Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel
Suspension-Rear
WP Apex Split Piston, Travel - 230 mm
Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-140/80-18
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-150/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
165 kg
Not Available
Seat height
880 mm
820 mm
Length*Width*Height
2238*821*1490 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1479 mm
1556 mm
Length
2238 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
272 mm
Not Available
Height
1490 mm
1410 mm
Width
821 mm
930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
183 Kg
219 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
255 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame, Bolt On Sub-Frame
Tubular steel trellis main frame. Fabricated, bolt-on aluminium rear subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Quickshifter+, MTC, Cornering ABS, Off-Road ABS
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Tiger 900
  • New motor has better low- and mid-range response, All variants get top-spec adjustable suspension and Brembo Stylema calipers, Tubeless spoke rims come as standard on Rally trims
Triumph Tiger 900
  • No electronic suspension version for India
Image
Do you own a Car or Bike?
  • Interact with community
  • Become a Top Contributor
Add Car Add Bike

Videos of KTM 390 Adventure R and Triumph Tiger 900

Review and Win Banner

Latest News on KTM 390 Adventure R and Triumph Tiger 900

KTM 390 Adventure R Vs Triumph Tiger 900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900?
The KTM 390 Adventure R is cheaper than Triumph Tiger 900 by ₹10.54 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900?
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. Whereas for the GT version, 888 cc Petrol engine of Tiger 900 produces 108 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 90 Nm @ 6850 rpm of torque

Images of Triumph Tiger 900 and KTM 390 Adventure R

Which one do you like more?
390 Adventure R
390 Adventure R
Tiger 900
Tiger 900
  1. Home ›
  2. New Bikes ›
  3. Compare Bikes ›
  4. KTM 390 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900
×