The 390 Adventure R gets a more powerful engine, updated hardware and a bunch of new features
The highly anticipated production version of the KTM 390 Adventure R has been spotted on the showfloor of the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, Italy. The 2025 390 Adventure R gets a complete overhaul to address the issues faced by its predecessor and to make it a more compelling and exciting ADV bike. Here are its key highlights.
The styling is all-new as the bike is slimmer and has a Dakar Rally bike inspired front end with LED headlight and DRLsThe high mounted mudguard gives it a nice stance, while the fuel tank looks bigger than the older bike. Powering the bike is the same 399 cc, liquid-cooled engine as seen on the 390 Duke delivering 45.3 bhp and 39 Nm.The bike gets a 6-speed transmission with a bi-directional quickshifter.Seat height is pretty tall at 860 mm. The frame and the subframe is all-new for better ground clearance and handling dynamics.The KTM 390 ADV R comes with fully adjustable suspension on both ends with a massive 230 mm of travel. The bike rides on a 21/18-inch spoke wheel setup wrapped with off-road tyres but sadly tubeless wheels are missing. It gets a 5-inch TFT display and cruise control comes standard.Electronic aids include multiple riding modes, traction control and cornering ABS. The 390 Adventure R will go on sale in India in early 2025 with prices starting at ₹3.50 lakh (ex-showroom)
With over a decade of experience in automotive journalism, Arun leads the charge for two-wheelers at Acko Drive and has a keen eye for reviews, industry trends and upcoming products. Apart from his love for riding, he enjoys following MotoGP, collecting diecast models and exploring new destinations.
