2023 KTM 390 Adventure Review | Spoke Wheels and 390 Adventure X Tested | BikeWale

The 2023 KTM 390 Adventure spoke wheels variant brings a lot of customisation and versatility to the 390 ADV platform. Not only can you tweak the suspension according to your needs, but you can also thrash it around off-road trails without running the risk of breaking the wheels. But, should you spend Rs. 3.60 lakh (ex-showroom) on the ADV tourer or just buy the almost Rs. 1 lakh cheaper KTM 390 Adventure X? Well, that's exactly what we will answer in this video.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:27 Design
03:18 Ergonomics, Seat Height
05:37 Engine Performance
07:31 Handling
08:37 Ride Quality
08:57 Off-Road Performance
09:46 Braking
10:20 Features
11:02 KTM 390 Adventure X
12:12 390 Adventure X Performance
13:30 Should you buy KTM 390 Adventure SW?
14:22 KTM 390 Adventure SW Positives
15:45 KTM 390 Adventure SW Negatives
17:01 390 Adventure SW or 390 Adventure X?
19:38 KTM 390 Adventure variants
19:50 Price
20:08 Royal Enfield HImalayan 450
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[@BikeWaleOfficial]

What do you think about the #KTM390Adventure Spoke Wheels version? Will you buy it over the more affordable #390AdventureX? Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

[@HimanshuSharma-mg2vc]

dude making an 855mm seat height bike look like a toy bike... Extra large guy for a large bike 😂

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Hahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@Rohitjaen]

Pratheek is huge. Must be like 6'4" NBA players like

[@pratheekkunder56]

@@Rohitjaen I'm 6.2ft :)

[@harshadjadhav86]

Lol😂

[@Dreweldeenknives]

How tall is he I’m considering trading my 2015 fj09 for this

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

Great review!! I think only two variants are available in the UK (spoked wheel and non-spoked wheel), but they look like fantastic bikes and good value ! 👍 subscribed to your channel :)

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Glad you liked our review. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@nitinanvekar8927]

Intercepted 650 or KTM Adv. For for semi long touring and with India village road as considering for off-road kind. Just not able to decide kindly help.

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

KTM 390 Adventure. Unless, you want a parallel twin modern retro motorcycle.

[@nitinanvekar8927]

@@BikeWaleOfficial thank you 🙏

[@porkoholic]

How much difference does the adjustable suspension really make? Will it be worth upgrading the suspension on an old 2020 model? And you don't need to turn off the MTC everytime man. Just selecting off-road ride mode and offroad ABS is good enough even for deep sand or rocks

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Adjustable suspension makes a lot of difference, both on road and off road. The MTC would switch on everytime the bike stalled or the ignition was switched off.

[@royarnab22]

@@BikeWaleOfficial how is the rear shock with rebound settings now adjustable? because the normal one, springs are so stiff, preload adjustments doesn't make any difference. Will the adjustable front suspension fit alloy rims because hubs are different ?

[@SaravanaKumarT-mt7yd]

Can you do a video about duke 200 with six pack headlight ?

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Sure.

[@Moto-helmet]

After purchasing which upgrade would u recommend... Powertronic or fuel x? Any other alternative... Objective being to improve grunt n bhp at all usable rpms

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

We haven't used either of the two or any other such options. However, these are unlikely to make any significant difference.

[@RYwoodview]

Excellent review. I just bought the 390 Adv SW, learning it with all its foibles and qualities. (That model only is available in the US.) Will have to get used to keeping the revs high compared to my previous 650. But very pleased. Thank you!

[@pratik.jaiswar]

3.2l for Adv X but 4.1l for Top Spec. Almost a lakh difference. No it doesn't justify the price.

[@pratik.jaiswar]

What does SW stand for in Adv 390 SW?

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Ok, fair point. The SW stands for Spoke Wheels.

[@vinayakrajwar2608]

Can a powertronic ECU help with the low end and is it recommended

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Not really.

[@Rohitjaen]

Fuel X does sort out a lot of low RPM stalling issues on the 390's

[@sriz009]

Great review 💯. With the top variant not an excellent value for money, let me wait for the Big Boss, a.k.a. The Himalayan 450, to hit the roads. The wait is not too long. Until then, I will keep meditating 🧘‍♂

[@pratheekkunder56]

Haha. You got a mediation company 😅

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Hahaha 🤣

[@kundansubba9349]

😁👍✌

[@Rishabh_Banavali]

I’m still confused!! 😕I did like SW version but I prefer tubeless tyre bikes. Please suggest something

[@cgtgrapeape]

Just curious, what is the wire rack that on the side of the rear wheel.

[@kumarrahuldutta]

I have an Xpulse but i definitely buy Ktm 390 Adventure but which one i doubt.....also spoke wheel a drawback it's come with tube tyre i think.

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

You should consider the X variant, if you don’t want the fancy electronics.

[@royarnab22]

It's an Aluminum rim so you can use Outex tapes and make it tubeless.

[@georgecarlinn6288]

@@royarnab22 that depends on rim , the beading of tubeless tube type is diffrent so are "their rims ", there is chance of sudden loss of air /accident occuring on bump, so buyers beware, don't think all rims will automatically support tubeless, even if any unscrupulous dealers says so and fits tubeless on tube type rim for earning bucks.

[@ameyalad]

How is the suspension of adventure x for city and highway touring

[@andhracuisine52]

I've been looking for a proper review for Adventure X but couldn't find any good ones until now. Perfectly covered every aspect of the KTM 390 adventure series and finally good to see a reviewer who can ride professionally compared to other big channels who show off with gear but donno know how to ride off road (No offense though). Subscribed 😁

[@rocksaidso]

Great review buddy , i am always waiting for your review cause i am also lil over 6"2 and similar to your structure , so it gives me a clear picture of every bike that i have in my list . Been waiting for this bike from sometime as i am in the market to get one . But again looks like a okaish off roader but lil bad for long rides . I do 70% touring and 30% off Roading . crap i think this will go off the llist .

[@pratheekkunder56]

Thank you!Why don't you wait for a few more months for the Himalayan 450?

[@rocksaidso]

@@pratheekkunder56 ya that’s the plan but kya Kare control nahi hota …yeh did mange more

[@upscterritory8528]

It will be stand against upcoming Himalayan 450. But the only problem with RE is the weight, can RE will make a bike in under 200kg , bcoz current Himalayan 411 is 199kg already. And thats why this 390 adv will create a strong point for itself

[@pratheekkunder56]

You're absolutely right. Heard the Himalayan 450 is 200kgs plus

[@upscterritory8528]

​@@pratheekkunder56 🥰

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

You have a very valid point.

[@dheerajbhat6214]

And they really don't give tubeless tires

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

@@dheerajbhat6214 yes.

[@vivektambe9358]

Showroom in pune are stating on road price is 4.35 lkh. No way near to 4.10 which you mentioned. Crazy price hike

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

They may have inflated the insurance cost, and included extended warranty and other add-ons.

[@dineshsinghkachave132]

Should we wait for new 390 engine update?

[@TheSparkratos]

This is not auto journalism, but a paid ad by RE.

[@pratheekkunder56]

Do you mind telling us what makes you say that?

[@IMAGINATIONTRAVELLEROFFICIAL]

My Motivation 💪❤ Great information bhiya 😊

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Thanks for the appreciation 👍🏼

[@pratheekkunder56]

Thank you sir! 😊

[@RidewithRahul444]

Please share some feedback on ride quality in comparison to Himalayan. Would appreciate.

[@pratheekkunder56]

We will be getting this bike soon for a proper roadtest. We will be covering the ride in detailed then.

[@vemin]

@@pratheekkunder56any update

[@stevendavies8496]

Is ther any news on the 490 yet ,or thay are just forgetting all about it ,,meny thanks for any info,.

[@pratheekkunder56]

490 platform has been canned. KTM is now working on using the 790 platform to make 650cc range of bikes. These bikes are rumoured to be made in India.

[@stevendavies8496]

@@pratheekkunder56 meny thanks for the reply

[@samratdhamale]

Traction control off button should be given under the seat.

[@pratheekkunder56]

Why is that?

[@JeevanJeevDb]

Wow , after so many days I have watched a full video, good one ,I'll be testing and see to buy adventure X , let's enter into adventure category 😺

[@BikeWaleOfficial]

Alrighty 👍🏼

[@Nature59099]

A VERY PROFESSIONAL REVIEW

[@saptarshisutradhar9379]

Sir with all due respect thodi si hieght udhar mil sakti hai..😅

[@pratheekkunder56]

Haha. I'd take that as a compliment.

[@saptarshisutradhar9379]

@@pratheekkunder56 It is a compliment Sir,i envy you Sir because of the fact that i tip toe on my pulsar..😂

[@MarchiesG]

Now these abused bikes by reviewers will go to a buyer who hard-earned it 😢 Ek do reviews kafi hai but ktm wale hazar logo se review karwa k bike ki Amma kar dete hai 🤬

[@pratheekkunder56]

These are press bikes. KTM doesn't sell this to any buyers. It will go back to the factory and will be checked by the R&D team.

[@psk4399]

Channel Name bike wale and talking in English.. Wow 😂

[@vemin]

If they talked in Hindi, then people like me in the south couldn’t understand.

[@psk4399]

@@vemin true bro

[@anthonyperkins6364]

Would this bike be ok for someone who is 6’2” tall , 230 pounds????

[@Ordinaryperson1986]

It will survive till Himalayan 450 launch.. RE gives mind blowingly low price for Indians and market goes that way sure

[@pratheekkunder56]

I agree. Lets wait and watch.