2023 KTM 390 Adventure: Adjustable suspension, spoked wheels and more | PowerDrift

[@AeyHero]

1. Indian roads improving rapidly. 2. Fuel prices, Inflation and rising demands are keeping the 390 platform out of the reach of a beginner. (KTM shouldn't make more variants) 3. Smart intermediate tourers will happily turn towards an Adv which can cruise between 125-140kmph effortlessly reaching top speeds of 190-200kmph with a twin cylinder engine providing more power & stability than mileage, instead of spending heavily on 650CCs or 800CCs. • KTM490Adv can be a win-win for both.

[@VarunPainter]

490 not happening.

[@AeyHero]

@@VarunPainter Sad. May be because of Bajaj-Triumph is targeting that segment.

[@DarkHorse2305]

Varun, any news of the locally made 790? If the rumours are true it would be a sweet proposition.

[@Conciously-unconscious-mind]

For me 390 Adventure X, only if I can upgrade the suspension and spoke rims later. Makes more sense that way.

[@vroombk]

You can 😊

[@rachitdesai1841]

@@vroombk how? I mean arent SW suspension only available to SW Owners.

[@THEBIKERDUDE]

Proud owner of KTM 390 Adventure SW😌🔥

[@GoPuru]

X is better in terms of value proposition 😊 nice first impressions Varun Bhai 🎉

[@VarunPainter]

Thank you buddy

[@apurvapatel5299]

I personally feel that X would be an issue for Indian roads and Indian market because people with exprience of 150-200cc segment would jump to X because of the pricing, and forget their skill/experiece level and it could be dangerous for themselves and others. I myself had an Pulsar AS200 and I bought the 390 Adv Std eventho X was already launched, mainly because it was the best in segment package of Traction Control and Cornering ABS, because after test rides I felt it is way better to have electronics just incase when you need it, rather than saving a bit of cash and taking the risk. But as Varun said, X is great for Pros no doubts about it, But in a bigger picture of the Indian Crowd, Std would be the best option. PS I have completed just around a 750-800kms in a span of 10 days on 390Adv so I have still not unlocked the whole potential and also to add on I clocked around 80k km on previous AS200 and this is my view.

[@MarchiesG]

Just need to spend some time with Adv X to practice.. It's not a 650cc bike which needs Launch control to avoid wheelies..

[@ShubhamSupare-n1w]

I am stuck in a strange delemma. Adv x is perfect for me in terms of finances and needs, but I am in love with the standard colour schemes, orange with blue is simply stunning. My question is, is it worth spending an additional 60k for the color?

[@afsalms7912]

For KTM x is not extra it is cross mark (deletion ) 😀😀😀

[@s0ngsterr]

eX😂

[@sangeethsuresh9320]

Its good to see that KTM has given so many choices in their ADV range. its still be little bit confusing for people for choosing between these variants. Its nice that ktm finally offering adjustable suspension and spoke wheels, things that should have been given when the 390 ADV was first launched couple of years ago but its now here . If i want to choose with my heart the SW variant is my choice because it comes with very good off road capability especially compared to its rival from BMW. But if we think practically then the base X version makes good sence and most people who choose the 390 ADV will spent thier time on road more than off road.

[@vroombk]

Well said

[@sangeethsuresh9320]

@@vroombk thanks 😄❤

[@sangeethsuresh9320]

@@vroombk what i realy wished what KTM could have done is in terms of design, it is a good looking bike but it doesn't have an appeal of the BMW g310 GS or even its big bro the 890 adventure.

[@prameethprabhu]

My Adv X is getting delivered today. Wish me luck. And yes, my thoughts on why I went for the Adv X is summarised perfectly by Varun 🙂

[@VarunPainter]

Thank you and good luck.

[@sriramr8461]

Hi Prabhu can your experience? My only concern is it vibrates a lot?

[@pranavsuryawanshi2521]

I would have bought this if the SW variant has tubeless tyres

[@vroombk]

Yeah man. Perfect

[@rupinderbawa4201]

I think the tire is tubeless but the rim is not. Can try to do tubeless conversion with outex or similar tapes

[@dinhorox199]

The KTM Adventure 390 has set the benchmark for its segment. A beauty! It would be really interesting to see it go against the RE Himalayan 450 once it’s launched. Torque would be the factor to look out for! ☺️

[@vroombk]

Yessssss

[@ysanzgiry]

I have been using the standard and I'll stick to the same.

[@vroombk]

That’s a lovely bike

[@ysanzgiry]

@@vroombk absolutely 🙏

[@WanderRoads]

Thank you so much Varun and PDARMY , this video has given me all the details i was looking for while sorting out which one is best for me, it was a great dilemma. Pretty sure many of them could related to what I’m saying. Most of them are tourers, and they confuse with purpose of off-roader. If you’re mostly riding on highways and mild off road ( not jumping off hard) you’d better go with Adventure X or Standard one. As tubeless is easier too when it comes to puncture.

[@ranjitshinde5287]

I feel the A390 Standard is the best of all worlds

[@vroombk]

It truly us

[@lovenaturesavenature.1780]

l am going with Adventure 390 X

[@SaumyakantaSahoo]

Man they should an option for adjustable suspension with the alloy wheels

[@shashi045]

X is the choice with adjustable setup in future, homologation doesn't matter as I am not entering any competition as far as the insurance goes it's my headache when it comes to front forks.

[@vroombk]

Yeah that’s one way

[@rcaakash]

Homologation issues - there lies the loophole! Rhetorical statement :P

[@vroombk]

Whaaatttt!

[@brendanfernandes1912]

Ik i have brains of a potato but can anyone mention the loophole?😂 Do i tell friends who have the sw to get me the suspension spares?

[@vroombk]

Well, you sort of found the loophole 😅😅😅

[@DayumSonny]

Making the X variant was KTM's best decision to date.

[@VarunPainter]

I agree

[@shankschow]

Very well explained. Obviously its varun style. X is what i think is more logical.

[@vroombk]

🎉🎉🎉

[@sudeeprao]

I just woke up with the question of whether the 390x with an adjustable suspension set up was a possibility and PD just answered it for me with this video ! Thanks Varun

[@vroombk]

There’s a possibility yes but….

[@amodh]

I got the version X a week ago and I couldn't be more happy with my decision; because now I have a lot of money saved for my riding gear upgrades, accessories for my motorcycle and like Varun said, fuel! Just need to figure out how to get that adjustable suspension on the X.

[@manjulsingh4561]

Bro let us know if you get hands on suspension setup

[@vroombk]

You can and like I said, there’s a loophole

[@pranavsuryawanshi2521]

It's very difficult to go through the pain of finding an adjustable suspension setup. Just get the SW variant instead but it does not that tubeless tyres

[@prameethprabhu]

I got my Adv X last Sunday. Already clocked 800km of which 50km was some crazy hardcore trail ride. Trust me, the stock suspension is plenty.

[@vroombk]

@@prameethprabhu superb

[@omkarkhamkar9388]

@0:03 ... Chandani Chowk pic from 2030 😂 iykyk

[@jellybean6525]

KTM has made X variant much more accessible to budget/performance/practicality oriented motorcycle. Thinking along those lines they should also provided traction control for people upgrading to their first proper powerful motorcycle.

[@TomalBhattacharjee]

If adjustable suspension can be fitted onto the X then X I suppose is a good proposition. How do all owners adjust wit the hard seat ?

[@vroombk]

Seat comfort is very subjective but there are aftermarket gel seats

[@sharathvasudev]

​@@vroombk ktm itself has a bench seat as Power part.

[@xavierjeevaraj8022]

I love d390 BS3....just the beautiful beast ...

[@susabhankapri4477]

+ you should join motornic too 😁

[@kseth6992]

If it costs only 15-20 k more for tubeless spokes , it’s definitely a big mistake no to have that option !

[@powerdriftofficial]

We totally agree with what you are saying.

[@Whatreally123]

The Himalayan 450 needs to be lighter than the current Himalayan and it needs to come with adjustable front forks. The new 390 adv has upped the benchmark.

[@borkarms]

390X - Value for Money , the 373cc engine in Adventure set up is all that matters .....With the HUGE luggage and accessory options in market its all the bike one needs in India.

[@pilgrimoflifeland4050]

Is there by any chance, we can lower the seat height of "X" variant? I am 5'7 btw.

[@vroombk]

Nope!

[@hishmithvvardhan5809]

drink complan

[@PhantomGhost1]

Get SW and Swap it with Alloy wheels

[@captainknox]

I am taking the V. Wish me luck!

[@VarunPainter]

Cheers. Good luck

[@bnj2669]

Love the X, the colour and Rawness of the bike is really attractive. Can I install the WP adjustable suspensions in the front? What are the aftermarket solutions available?

[@srivallabhmangrulkar210]

I'd personally go for STD with adjustable shocks.

[@vroombk]

Best

[@sharathvasudev]

so basically a sw with cast wheels. ktm should allow customisation.

[@pranavsuryawanshi2521]

What if i put the mags on the spooked wheel top variant. I love the colour

[@va-ro]

riding without traction control is wrong because you may end up in lot of eternal pain ...

[@bishaldas4878]

it is a good safety net, but experienced riders might not want it, and specially in offroad conditions better to turn it off any way. ABS is enough for a lite 43 hp bike.

[@vroombk]

If you are just starting off, sure there’s pain but offroad you really need minimum electronic intervention

[@lovetocrack3443]

SW for sure

[@somenathdas8]

What's your height Varun? I'm 5.7 feet . Will it be suitable for the person who has the height like me??😊

[@vroombk]

Test ride buddy

[@bonjovi1354]

Lol 😂 i am 5.5 and i ride xpulse 200

[@somenathdas8]

@@bonjovi1354 😁

[@anandhuv1726]

They should also launch the R version of this adv 390 😮‍💨

[@VarunPainter]

Too much no?

[@kaustubhdn]

Definitely X….X…n only X!!

[@aravindbnr]

I would love to see a duke 390 x

[@tarunkumarganjhu4069]

Now the 390 catalogue only misses a supermoto varient.

[@dodzillad185]

Omg that license plate on the nose... Sorry Indian brothers

[@vroombk]

Hahah. Indian norms😂

[@aj4android]

It's an Indian mandatory Power Part 🙈

[@bholerajput8980]

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[@pranav.shegekar]

It increases 10hp man!🫣

[@malaypangtey]

Wait till to see the added mod of Saree guard, works like a booster jet

[@saumodipdas3403]

Can I fit tubeless tyre in the spoke wheel version???

[@VarunPainter]

Yes. Same rim size.

[@sahilroy893]

Hey Varun, howz the braking system? I am not asking about electronics but the hardware.Any differences ? Does it get braided lines ? Thanks! My use will be 100 % in City and that too in Pune where, you know the condition of the roads. Does X makes sense?

[@VarunPainter]

The brakes felt nice on the X but felt horrible when we rode the SW the next day. Maybe it was not bed in properly by the first set of riders.

[@vishakr7194]

Video quality of power drift is really good

[@vroombk]

🎉🎉🎉

[@Manjeetkundu]

Can we change the spoke wheels for alloy wheels for the highway rides and switch it back to the Spoke wheels for the off-road adventures ?

[@vroombk]

That sounds like a lot of work no

[@Manjeetkundu]

@@vroombk Yeah that is , But stuck with a puncture somewhere too is also bad.

[@VarunPainter]

@@Manjeetkundu Yup!

[@virajvrooms]

Yes absolutely with a push of a button. All you need to do is borrow the nano tech from Tony Stark. On a serious note though. It's definitely possible. However the efforts involved are only justified if you really are devoted. The alloy wheels have undergone lots of testing. Situations need to check a lot many boxes for those to break.

[@rajgorbhargav1308]

The only issue would the market value of ktm.. the machine is amazing but the taunts from people would be hard to deal with... so I think ktm needs to work on that...

[@vroombk]

If you buy a motorcycle and have to worry about what “the world” has to say, there’s something wrong man

[@rajgorbhargav1308]

@@vroombk I've never cared about the "World" any vehicle that I've bought... but it's the general notion I've observed so if ktm can improve upon it.. it'll sell in more numbers.

[@sharathvasudev]

Yamaha also used to get trolled back in the day. then they unleashed the r15 and FZ. that og r15 is a legend, so can this adv

[@ricky8115]

Can we change the alloys in x vairent to spoke wheels with tubeless tires?? How much would that alteration cost?? Any ideas

[@vroombk]

You can. Outex and other brands give you that option.

[@thomasmathew7318]

How are vibrations on the current ADVs ?

[@WaqarAhmad-nk2ic]

They are terrible. I just bought ADV 390 standard variant and it vibrates at all places. I took it for a small ride to Murthal from Delhi and my hands were numb after that. But, I don't know whether it will reduce after the first service or maybe I will get used to it. One more thing, I owned Gixxer 250 and G310R before this bike and they weren't this much vibrating.

[@gp-3]

@@WaqarAhmad-nk2ic Sad to break it to u, but u’ll have to live with vibrations.

[@thanshalinarzary7553]

Bro V ka review waiting @varun

[@OneBongLive]

When SWX will launch.

[@vroombk]

No idea man

[@barun9665]

Next update in 390 ADV , tubeless spoke wheels... 😂

[@vroombk]

Even more expensive

[@sharathvasudev]

​@@vroombk 15k more. btw you can convert these spoke wheels. remember those tyres are tubeless just the rim is not

[@barun9665]

@@vroombk indeed , but should have been given as option. I'm sure Varun , if it was given even as option most of buyers would go for that option

[@akaxe77]

@@sharathvasudev you mean Outex conversion or similar? Even I was trying to check in on that.

[@sharathvasudev]

@@akaxe77 yes . they even convert Himalayan rims to tubeless. need proper guy who can get it doy

[@slowandcurios]

You really don't need a spoke rimmed version of this bike, how would you do technical trails with absolutely no low-end torque??? What a bummer... I would rather have those adjustable forks on my 390 and keep the mags with the assurance of the tubeless tyres.

[@VarunPainter]

Not meant for technical trails for sure. The suspension isn't compatible, even the adjustable unit. Needs more travel and softness. Also, good point with the low-end torque. This setup works the best at high speeds.

[@Whatreally123]

Even though it is termed as an ADV, it is primarily a road tourer which can do some off roading (which is more than enough for 99% Indians). So spoked wheels is more of marketing than a need.

[@VarunPainter]

@@Whatreally123 Spoked rims will add some rigidity for sure. But the difference is small.

[@shonyishere]

Varun, explain the loophole. You may delete your reply in 30 minutes 😂.

[@VarunPainter]

hahah. Someone in the comments has figured it out.

[@advaitshankar3668]

Basically you can buy the adjustable suspensions( which are available as spares) and put them on your regular 390 :D

[@shonyishere]

@@advaitshankar3668 and you can't buy it directly right ? You would need someone who owns the sw version, maybe a friend. I wonder how much would it cost to buy it as spare though ?

[@VarunPainter]

@@shonyishere Heheheheheheh

[@abdul518]

ADV-X

[@VarunPainter]

😬

[@vroombk]

First!

[@Dnyan__]

X variant

[@VarunPainter]

Oh yes!

[@myriadthoughts4421]

Is it possible to retro fit that spoke wheels to X varient?

[@VarunPainter]

Yes

[@pranavsuryawanshi2521]

Tubeless tyres with tube is a deal breaker for me

[@vroombk]

Lots of pain

[@ajt11at]

NGL, I kinda prefer the digital Console to the TFT Screen

[@VarunPainter]

Noiceee

[@bonjovi1354]

Pro ?? 19inchers cant b pro ..

[@vroombk]

I hear you 😅

[@jibinraj6058]

SW

[@sivabalan23]

How about vibes

[@VarunPainter]

Good vibes only.

[@SarvanDhadhich]

They should have given the cruise control

[@vaunbastikar5415]

Even a 600cc bike that cost 11 lakh on road do not have cruise control, so how can you expect a 4 lakh on road bike to have cruise control?

[@VarunPainter]

Cruise control? Noooooo.

[@virajvrooms]

@@vaunbastikar5415 by that logic why not? When a 110 cc scooter can get Adaptive Cornering Lights why can't a 4 lakh or even a 11 lakh bike have it? Cruise control on 890 lineup is a power part. Veridian Cruise has already ported it to 390 adv but it costs 41k. Triumph has already introduced cruise control on the 765 speed triple as an accessory. Shouldn't take much time for KTM to bring it to 390.

[@virajvrooms]

@@VarunPainter Yes Yes!

[@vaunbastikar5415]

@@virajvrooms What I meant that the cruise control is an advance feature that many higer cc machines with several features do not have. So expecting it on 390 adventure make no sense. If you are wondering why some bikes do not have adaptive cornering lights, it's because it's blood cheap compared to cruise control, which can also be installed aftermarket. Even If the bike manufacturers include adaptive cornering lights, the price would increased no more than Rs. 6000, whereas cruise control would increase the price by more than Rs. 50,000. People are skeptical about paying 4 lakh for 390 Adventure forget that they would pay an additional 50k for 390 Adventure with cruise control. So expecting cruise control on the 390 Adventure is pointless.

[@shutter_meraki]

adv-x

[@VarunPainter]

Boom!

[@Artus6114]

KTM....🤔

[@lucifur5936]

V any time

[@mohitraja9210]

X

[@padhaikarlothoda.2981]

Lol pro ? Duke 390 Adv pro ? What a joke bro

[@lankeshshinde3798]

Not a good bike for Long Rides. Honda has better Adventure Tour Bikes...but they are quite pricey.

[@VarunPainter]

Like?

[@vasuboy20]

​@@VarunPainter crf 300 rally

[@alfaromeo8086]

Supacool video. Kudos ❤

[@pradeepbr1783]

Come on you need to improve one your communication

[@VarunPainter]

With this comment, it is clear who needs to work on comms.

[@deepeshmhatre4291]

1st view

[@FabRoy]

Love you KTM

[@vroombk]

🎉🎉🎉

[@meetkaur3229]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😂🎉🎉😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@neel3297]

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