KTM RC 390 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.02 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM RC 390, priced at Rs. 3.33 Lakh. On the performance front, the RC 390 uses a 373.27cc engine producing 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the RC 390 and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the RC 390 stands out for performance.

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RC 390 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM RC 390Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.33 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 29 kmplNot Available
Engine 373.27 cc204 cc
Max power 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 172 Kg149 Kg

RC 390 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM RC 390 STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
103 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.33 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM RC 390 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,105 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 23,057 RC 390 Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
169 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
373.27 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
89 mm
66 mm
Stroke
60 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.88:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
29 kmpl
Not Available
0-100 Kmph (sec)
6.49s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
17.13m
Not Available
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
30.81m
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
48.22m
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
3.65s
Not Available
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
5.13s
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable
Linked-Type Monocross

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)
30 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
835 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.5 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2145*760*830 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1340 mm
Length
2145 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
153 mm
170 mm
Height
830 mm
1140 mm
Width
760 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.7 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
172 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
LED Projector
Not Available
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Split Trellis Frame (Tubular), Sub Frame Newly Engineered Bolt On Subframe
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Rider Aids - MTC, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS, Supermoto, Race Derived Technology
Yamaha Ride Control
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Handlebar type
Adjustable
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Stepup Seat
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
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 RC 390
  • Added engine versatility leads to more excitement; Sharp handling doesn’t scare you silly; Relatively relaxed ergos makes it more accommodating and lends better bike control; Cornering ABS, traction control and quickshifter!
KTM RC 390
  • Design is extremely polarising; Massive price hike compared to its predecessor; Fit and finish levels are sub-par

Is Yamaha YZF-R2 Better Than KTM RC 390?

100% users have chosen Yamaha YZF-R2 over KTM RC 390 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 239 users have also rated Yamaha YZF-R2 and KTM RC 390 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Yamaha YZF-R2 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But KTM RC 390 is better on the grounds of features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor YZF-R2 RC 390
Mileage 5.0 2.5
Performance 3.0 2.7
Comfort 5.0 3.4
Maintenance 5.0 2.3
Features 3.0 3.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Hi, I haven’t owned a bike yet but I am planning to but my first .. I am currently learning how to ride on the pulsar180 .. should I go for the rc 390 or apache 310 or any other one as I really love travelling .. but majorly I would ride in the city and occasionally hit the highway and might even go on long trips as I live in kashmir and the college that I have got in in New Delhi so it would be a bit your so pls suggest me a bike as I can’t reach on a decision .. I like Royal Enfield’s also but there power delivery is even less than the one I am currently owning .. my budget is around 3 lakhs .. pls suggest?
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Q. Hi, I am looking to upgrade my Suzuki Hayate 110 cc. My Budget is around 3 Lakh, Should I Upgrade to Duke 390 or the Interceptor? or should I look for a lower capacity Motorcycle? My height is 5'5 and I weigh around 67 Kg. Please let me know the best bike for me as most of my rides will be in the city and occasional run on the highway.
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KTM RC 390 Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM RC 390 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences KTM RC 390 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper KTM RC 390 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than KTM RC 390 by ₹1.02 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM RC 390 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 373.27 cc Petrol engine of RC 390 produces 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM RC 390 has better performance.

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