KTM 890 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Triumph Tiger 900 price starts at Rs. 14.40 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.40 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 890 Adventure R, priced at Rs. 15.80 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 890 Adventure R offers a claimed 22.22 kmpl, while the Tiger 900 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the 890 Adventure R uses a 889cc engine producing 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Tiger 900 a 888cc engine producing 108 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 890 Adventure R and Tiger 900, the 890 Adventure R is the better pick for mileage and a lighter kerb weight, while the Tiger 900 stands out for affordability and performance.

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890 Adventure R vs Tiger 900 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 890 Adventure RTriumph Tiger 900
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 15.80 LakhRs. 14.40 Lakh
Mileage 22.22 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 889 cc888 cc
Max power 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 215 Kg219 Kg

890 Adventure R vs Tiger 900 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 890 Adventure R STDTriumph Tiger 900 GT
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Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 15.80 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 14.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm 108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 890 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. 43,260 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 39,427 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 40,863 890 Adventure R Insurance Rs. 38,823 Tiger 900 Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
210 kmph
202 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Parallel Twin
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
889 cc
888 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
104.69 PS @ 8000 rpm
108 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
100 Nm @ 6500 rpm
90 Nm @ 6850 rpm
Bore
90.7 mm
78 mm
Stroke
68.8 mm
61.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.5:1
13.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Double Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
22.22 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
Highway Mileage (Tested)
22.22 kmpl
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
Wp Xplor 48/Compression, Rebound, Preload, Travel - 240 mm
Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks, manual rebound and compression damping adjustment, 180mm travel
Suspension-Rear
Wp Xplor Monoshock With PDS/Compression (High And Low Speed), Rebound, Hydraulic Preload, Travel - 240 mm
Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload and rebound damping adjustment, 170mm wheel travel

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
35 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
35 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
35 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
35 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-150/70-18
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
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Dry Weight
196 kg
Not Available
Seat height
880 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1528 mm
1556 mm
Ground Clearance
263 mm
Not Available
Height
Not Available
1410 mm
Width
Not Available
930 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
20 L
20 L
Kerb Weight
215 Kg
219 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
255 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Frame Type
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Frame Using The Engine As Stressed Element, Powder Coated
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
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Configurable Rider,Sports
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
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+
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Aluminum, tapered
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
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
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Digital
Not Available
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
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
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
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KTM 890 Adventure R Vs Triumph Tiger 900 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper KTM 890 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900?
The Triumph Tiger 900 is cheaper than KTM 890 Adventure R by ₹1.40 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 890 Adventure R vs Triumph Tiger 900?
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. 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

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