Get up close with the 2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE | KTM

In this latest edition of our 100% Birchy Approved series, Chris talks us through the many features of the 2023 KTM 390 ADVENTURE and discusses the advantages of the ultra-capable single-cylinder engine, the spoked wheels, WP Suspension, and the various electronic aids - all designed to make your life on the trail so much easier, safer, and more exciting.
If you’ve ever wanted to add a little adrenalin to your daily routine, look no further than the KTM 390 ADVENTURE.
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[@davidireland6952]

i bought one 2 weeks ago, even running it in, its a fantastic bike, so light and flickable on the twisties 😁 After 32yrs of riding 1000cc+ bikes, i sold my bought new 2018 R1200GS 'Rallye' and bought a RE Himalayan and loved it, ..BUT this KTM390 Adv is going to be my 'little bad boy' 💪 , I live in the UK Lake district (Cumbria) and this excellent bike is going to show up some big bike riders on the local lake roads..just loving this bike to bits ❤ At 56yrs old now, I finely realised that there is more fun riding a lighter, smaller engine bike fast, than a heavy, large engine bike slow 🤣 I picked it up new on Thursday , got a rear rack delivered on Friday and took it loaded up with camping gear for the weekend..rode it 100 miles without a stop, the seat is very firm but also very comfortable , with more miles i travel the seat will break in EVEN more comfortable..this 390ADV is going to be my high mileage touring bike due to lightweight touring bikes are the way to go in my 3 decades of riding experience and nothing compares to the power that the KTM390 motor will give you 😄

[@maxflight777]

Good post .. I’m sure that’s true ⬆️👍. Best wishes

[@KobevanReppelen]

I ordered mine last week, will take delivery in a couple of weeks. Looking forward!

[@BlackdogADV]

Looks good! I’m glad the spoke wheels are available. Sadly, I need to downsize from my beloved BMW 1200GS due to my age. I’ll be 74 in a few days but I’ve had a good run! I still have a few miles left in me.

[@YSPDJapan]

If you have a short ride to the trails pick up a 390 or even a dual sport bike like the 350 exc. Much lighter and still manageable off road. 74? Good stuff man. I hope I'm still riding at that age.

[@beamdoctor5637]

Never give up Black Dog

[@VA-gu1jq]

Keep going brother!

[@dirtrider9268]

Great to hear it! The Exc line will give great performance and you'll have more fun than the GS bikes. But lower the seat and suspension if you are less than a 34" inseam. Add adv farkles and you wont look back. My friend rode dualsport club rides till 80. Dirt is where Adventure lives.

[@edsonroadmoto]

Age is just a number! My grandfather rode until he was 94!!🎉

[@jayschmahl9206]

Picked up a new 2022 390 Adventure three week's ago. Love it! I really wanted an 890 Adventure R, but way to bike much for a 63 year old. The 390 is perfect.

[@maitreyapachpute9697]

India Needs To Get Every Version Of KTM Bikes ....

[@anujagarwal6631]

Exactly especially the bigger KTM's ❤

[@DAB009]

690 ktm

[@guna_shaker]

Yes duduuuuu

[@syedasim6666]

We don't even get spoke wheels😢

[@idle62]

More the chappris on the roads

[@jons1148]

I'm a retired public safety officer (police motorcycle) and I have rode a lot of bikes in my years, Harley, BMW, Kawasaki, Suzuki and I have owned and ridden just about everything with the exception of a KTM. Well that changed last fall (2022) with my purchase of the new 2022 KTM 390 Adventure. I was looking to replace my R1150GSA with a smaller bike and wanted something around a 400cc displacement, figuring that was the size that would be fit my need of a light weight machine that could still ride the highways. When I found the KTM 390 Adventure, I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. It is a blast to ride, easy to handle and I'm averaging right at 70 mpg / 30 km/l. I just wish there were stock heated grips I could purchase and then the bike would be perfect.

[@philnbspook6446]

Oxford touring heated grips. Good value/performance for £70ish.

[@markcollins5026]

Man, nice I live in Arizona no heated grips needed here !

[@dirtrider9268]

What do you think of Heated gloves or those hand grip cover cozies? No wiring to mess with...

[@p9raceway759]

@@markcollins5026 Does northern AZ get cold ?

[@jons1148]

@DirtRider they are most definitely an option I'm considering. Thanks for the reply.

[@manybikes]

I love the 390 platform. I own (and LOVE) my 1190 Adv R but it is heavy... and expensive to maintain. in 2017 I picked up a 390 Duke and "Adventurized" it... SO Freaking FUN! Just last month I added a 390 Adv to the mix as the suspension on the Adv is way better than the Duke. For the daily commute or ADV... the 390 is a great and "less expensive" option all the way around. Drive train on the 1190 is close to $350 while on the 390 it is closer to $150 and I have found this with many parts. Low on cc's but BIG on FUN the 390 is.... Looking for more!

[@vfdiesel333]

How tall are you?

[@connor3288]

What do you mean y drive train? Are you talking about parts prices on 390 vs 1190 you mean?

[@manybikes]

@@connor3288 yes, chain & sprockets, bushings & tires. It’s all less expensive by a lot!

[@manybikes]

@@vfdiesel333 5’ 9”

[@marcfalardeau6058]

I just wish KTM had , as planned, a 490 parallel twin engine adventure bike! Although my GS 1250 is a heavy beast, I can do almost anything offroad with proper coaching and practice! Ride safe! Marc, Quebec, Canada 😉🏍

[@drury2d8]

Yup all planned until new emission laws kick in.

[@wernerxldata]

Why is everyone always searching for more power ? Why a more heavy, more complicated engine when this is more than enough. This bike has as much power as a 250F mx bike, everything more than that is overkill for 99.99% of all riders in the world. There's not even many that manage to get everything out of 40HP... The real difference is made by the guy on top of the bike, not the extra power or 1001 extra electrical toys, helpers etc. If you want to invest in something, invest in yourself and in good suspension, those are the topics you can improve most ;)

[@drdimensional5148]

This is so A2 licence riders can still have fun on a decent sized bike

[@Youtube_Globetrotter]

I want a 525 cc 50 hp on the same frame as this 390

[@nealmcmillan5675]

Thanks for the off-road tutorial. Really enjoying my 2020.

[@SuperFrodo95]

Another year and the footpegs are still angled. I think the only difference between the 2022 and 2023 models is the spoked wheels. If KTM wants to step up their optional parts range, lower and flat footpegs and bar risers or handlebars with higher grips will go down well with riders who want to stand up comfortably. Finding aftermarket footpegs that are lowered and have a rubber insert is a real challenge. I don't want just a metal cleat because I'm not always going to be riding in wet or muddy conditions, and dampening vibrations from the engine is still important for comfort.

[@basil3130]

India also need the same version with all updates and adjustable suspension.

[@maitreyapachpute9697]

Please Make More Videos Like This ....... This Videos are more informative then Wikipedia 👍💯

[@eddiejaoude]

Great video! Thank you! I am definitely going to get one of these when I get back to the UK after my travelling

[@simonerodgers7633]

Well done KTM. The 390 is looking awesome.

[@marky59]

I am so going to have to get one - I am too old for Sports Bike due to back problems - for me this would be an ideal bike to start touring/weekends away etc to the Lake District, being a small chap this is going to be an ideal start bike for me - thank you for sharing.

[@key_itis]

what are the Left and Right suspension adjustment switches are for? when or how do you use them? what does it affect?

[@ShuvrodeepDutta]

i ride the 2020 model! such a beauty

[@DocNinja1]

I wish you had hill climb assist (front brake locking if the bike stalls on a hilly surface)

[@crazyRyoga]

My dream bike would be one similar to the 690 enduro, but with this engine. Weight under 150Kg (possibly 140), two versions (normal and big tank), 18/21 wheels, big ground clearance. Now that would sell a lot, I think. Basically something in the same category as the crf300 rally, but with a decent power. I mean, the 690 enduro has over 70hp and it's about 155Kg, why can't you make a smaller version of that one...

[@sgcreation3177]

I understand everything, but why are you not giving tubeless tyres in KTM 390 Adventure? It's a hardcore off-road bike, what will you do if the tyre pump ture for some reason?

[@ManosGS-ru3sg]

It would be a very useful video to show us how to adjust the suspensions. i mean what is the best to do according to the riding situations!

[@in5364]

Sounds like a genuine review. It's as if the guys at ktm actually ride this thing and know how to use it

[@jagadeesanmuthukrishnan6390]

Yeah man ,

[@matt_kelly]

The cast wheels were the weak point on this bike, I dented one up enough to break the bead and had to get a new one, then dented it a week later. If I knew they were coming out with a spoked option I probably would have thought twice about buying a used 890 R, haha. I'm going to miss my 390; I have a 690 Enduro as well and don't need a million bikes so it has to go, but I took it to some really gnarly places that I probably shouldn't have.

[@pizzahut5124]

I may have gotten this over my t7 if they had updated the wheels last year. I got my buddy pretty convinced to buy one so I can check it out, and he can ride.

[@sourabhsunil2822]

Is there any possibility to integrate cruise control in adv390 from its elder siblings.

[@ldreese33]

I have a 2021, love the bike. I am learning to ride in the higher PRMs.

[@rahul007863]

Already loving it

[@aliratcliff]

How about a video showing us how to set up suspensions, would be very helpful to us all ! Love my ktm 390

[@Mattytube18]

Lookin good! Fun fun fun.

[@anthonysimoes7307]

Question, the spoked rims, are they tubeless and if so are they available to buy to fit to my 2022 model from my local KTM dealer in Australia?

[@Manjeetkundu]

Tubed

[@arintraparial1999]

Is low and mid torque getting powerful than 2020s model ??? In India we really want if it's seat adjustment options and when 490 cc or 650 cc or higher cc will be launch in india ?

[@marcoscajola6856]

Sono certo sia giusto così, ma lo pneumatico posteriore non è, anche se di poco, troppo piccolo? 9:55

[@discoveror9576]

what is the foot-peg-to-seat-height? ... asked because this defines knee-angle, which in turn affects ability to easily stand up.

[@jeffloucks2120]

Waiting for the 390 Enduro R.

[@Patryk_Luna]

Awesome. 2 things: 1) SUPER happy to see the spoked wheels are back! Hoping they will be available as a power part so I can get them for my 2022 390 Adv? 2) Are the electronics any different to the 2022 model?

[@JcBoroHK]

Prices will go really up 😮‍💨

[@orlandoberry4031]

Now all it needs is a 21/18 wheel combination and 300mm of suspension along with better seat footpeg relationship.

[@patrolduty8715]

it should be on 390 ADV R

[@DJPTEXAS]

@@patrolduty8715 Yes, do not get rid of the 19" front as a lot oof us are not going off road that much.... it should be an option though.... big difference in handling on road with a 21.....

[@patrolduty8715]

@@DJPTEXAS I think sweet spot for 390 for being ultimate & versatile weapon is 19/17 spoke wheels, high quality suspension with at least 240 mm travel, reduce dry weight down to around 130-135 kg. To be honest, I dont really need electronic assist features a lot except from ABS (rear break ABS can be turn off). If they make a version of 390 ADV like that, I will buy it in a heart beat (and yes, I love KTM and I'm using Duke 390 daily).

[@DJPTEXAS]

@@patrolduty8715 Agreed!

[@RC_BLAZE_46]

is that tube type spoke rims or tubeless spoke rims??

[@realdevbro447]

How often do you take your bike home from the service centre?

[@davidbrambill1335]

I'm looking at buying a small adventure bike, my problem is I'm only 5ft 7inchs, will it go low enough for me to be flat footed at lights. Dave

[@key_itis]

great video and explanations, thanks. I'm new to off road riding.. about the posture and body position and weight balance while you stand and ride, where is the weight? and what about your palms/hands/pressure? do you hold yourself and the bike with the knees and hands are also mostly free and loose or you do apply pressure on the bars but not too much?

[@chrisvodka2412]

when you change from on- to offroad-riding you have to adjust handlebar, brake and clutch lever to the offroad position. Second keep your boots and knees you as close as possible to the bike so you can direct it better. Anyway, check an offroad riding lesson, the only way to learn it the right way. Internet does not help you.

[@AbcDef-jw5jo]

Superb informative video

[@akaxe77]

Sorry if I missed it but are the spoke wheels tubeless? Would you recommend converting them to tubeless through some aftermarket solutions? Thank you.

[@kims2r]

They are tubeless out of the factory

[@mitchelllambaiso9746]

Omg they listened! ❤

[@RSVRusso]

That's a crisp T shirt, straight out of the packet Birchy... Full factory. The bike looks great as well and not just for new riders with that spec. Be interesting to see how far it could be upgraded to progress with increasing experience, riding ability and demand.

[@otlndsh]

I have the 2020 model and I love it. Never gets old. Does anyone have figures of how these things are selling? I assume they fly off like hot cakes. The price has increased significantly since I got it.

[@alisonpureza384]

Brasil ia ser muuuito sucesso invistam !!!

[@saardean4481]

Cool bike. Dont know if i missed it in the video cause i dreamed for a few seconds but what height is the gentleman sitting on the bike?

[@debangshudebnath1351]

Will this version be available by may this year in India ?

[@miguelrage6810]

finally!!! spoked wheels on the 2023 390ADV

[@aveerides]

Has the footpeg issue resolved, it had the sloping forward footpegs from using the same perch from the duke 390, has it been resolved? It is still akaward to stand up on the bike?

[@HexYan]

You can buy aftermarket ones for 70 bucks more or less. Then some spacers for the bar and you are good to go for under 100 bucks.

[@RajRideStories]

Great video and precise explanation, have been owning this beast since 2020 and loving every moment with it, wish if ktm brings the adjustable suspension to India 🇮🇳 Any idea when this comes to India #RajRideStories

[@adventurefriend9597]

This version superb

[@raphaellama6098]

Is it comfortable for 2 persons to ride ?

[@catinapond]

What is the phone mount used on this bike ?

[@letodario]

Bellissimo video❤

[@willi5358]

Is it tubeless tyre spoke wheel?

[@csr2atlasbestsetups35]

Nice video 👍👍

[@bikoholicbros7775]

Spoke wheels with tubeless tyres or what?

[@CyberGasty]

footpegs inclination changed with 2023 or not? Any news or R model and more ground clearance and 21/18 wheel setup?

[@vishalkumar-dr8wq]

As far as data on public domain 21/18 setup of Adventure R is not coming this year. Maybe 2024. Footpeg inclination sadly remains as it is, you can see it in the video itself 9:06

[@CyberGasty]

@@vishalkumar-dr8wq Thanks.. I see.

[@zaltenbrostockbrostock2346]

We want to see you ride ktm 390 adventure😌

[@thegreattuna7187]

I bought a 390 duke new in 2021. First time riding and my first bike. I like it for what I do with two exceptions. The first is no real good selection of rear ranks and luggage. Second, I wish the gas tank was a US gallon larger.

[@HasdaRocks]

I was expecting a similar design like the KTM 890 adv. Seems they won't be updating it soon to KTM 390.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

I would get the 890 non R version . lower seat and more clearance

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Any idea when these will reach the US?

[@AJourneyOfYourSoul]

21/18 R version please.

[@anthonyperkins6364]

Would a rider 6’2” 230 lbs be too big for it ??

[@itsgoodtobehere]

Do spoke wheels come with tubeless tyre?

[@Whatreally123]

There are spoked wheels which are tubeless like on the Aprilia T7areg 660 or the Tiger900/1200 and others. But this has tubes.

[@ferkuzuel]

Great presentation! It sure looks nice with the spoke wheels, but , I think that 90 percent of riders who owns the 390 will not break the cast wheels, unless they crash very badly and in that case you will probably break a bunch of other stuff anyway

[@matt_kelly]

I dented a wheel in a few places on the way to a camp trip and wound up breaking the bead and had to put a tube in. I didn't crash the bike, just hit a pothole and the tire deflated and I came to a stop. I bought a new wheel for $1000 and it had a dent a week later. I probably rode it harder than most would, it's not like I was beating on it, but it was enough for me to decide to upgrade to an 890R. Had I known they had a spoked option coming I probably would have kept it and took it town to Panama like my original plan.

[@dirtrider9268]

Surpised on this, do you tip the scales heavily and not standing up to lighten up the front on these hazards?

[@RukDaWho]

They fix the foot pegs?

[@AlimoForyou]

KTM should have upgraded the 390 adv fearing like 890 adv... Would have been awesome

[@ADVdiary]

Good adventure bike for light offroad

[@ktmcrgarageargentina1314]

🔥🔥🔥

[@rockimtayang1883]

Been dying to wait for 2023 390 adventure review… plus with one of the best rider Chris birch 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥

[@SmokinZen]

But the foot pegs angle is it still bad for standing?

[@2nc4yproduction]

I have 2023 model 390 Adventure SW version and i am 175cm tall. Seat height 86 cm and by design it keeps you high. If your legs are short probably you feel uncomfortable so i bought lowering kit for make it 2.5 cm lower. Originally KTM 390 Adv has higher sitting position than BMW850 GS Advanture.

[@avinfire6760]

Tubed or tubeless?

[@noidreculse8906]

What will break first?

[@newoneskateboards]

Ktm adventure 125cc??? Para cuando ??

[@Virtualworldconnect]

Any idea about launch date in India???

[@mr.italia32]

When will the 490 Adventure arrive (still single-cylinder?), but with a better sound?

[@slakk5093]

They canceled the 490

[@sira7400]

Spoked.... Is it tubeless??

[@noone-zl2di]

We need an adventure 390r.

[@KULA.14]

Keren 👍

[@casave9682]

Finallyyyyy now I don’t have to keep searching for a crf300L

[@highcountrypioneer3025]

21/18 spoked wheels please

[@katiposcotty]

390 enduro please

[@RohithRot]

are the spoke wheel tyres tubeless??

[@Ab_Lincon999]

yes

[@RohithRot]

@@Ab_Lincon999 its with Tube!!

[@shashanksrivathsav]

Hi KTM, while watching the video I noticed the person saying it's a single channel ABS. Can you please throw some light on this and also mention the launch dates in India. I have plans of buying the updated one as soon as it launches

[@vishalkumar-dr8wq]

Single channel only in off-road abs mode

[@dirtrider9268]

I believe the rider's common term would be Single Wheel, as in front only, when in the offroad mode selection.

[@jj_infotainment]

Any chance you guys are going to launch the spoke wheel version in INDIA?

[@mv_gyan]

Yes it'll be in Apr 23. Testing in India is in progress from Dec 22.

[@godoff.5304]

Why there is no r version of 390 and 250!

[@bad_at_accuracy_]

If anybody near Galveston has one of these lemme know how it does on the beaches lol

[@yahoodlums]

A 690 Adv would be the sweet spot.

[@bencluroe4183]

Any aftermarket pegs to lessen the vibes?

[@Sorga_myth_dewa_real]

more ratio engine is at Distance to fuel consumtion ratio,,,,for example,,KTM 390 series,,traveling arround 7 days from home into daily activity and some vacation about reach 268 km total distance,,and then overall fuel consumtion for 7 days and 268 km is precise 4,8 litres(4.800 cc),,so the result ratio would get 268 km/4,8 litre is counted "55,8 km/litre",,its result and data very usefull for logistic and client user even buyer to make final decision which vehicle would they buying and for long period prefer chosing,,its important for us in automotive industries to makes customer happy and pleasure,,thanks

[@Sorga_myth_dewa_real]

and R&D division would much focuse on that thing all ratio and other next ratio invented to make sure best quality product is reach for next Factory release series,,thanks

[@zafererdogdu77]

I've been using it for 2 years. The rear suspension of an engine sold as an adventure doesn't explode on its own. The wind diffusers of the engine sold as Advanture do not break by themselves. The screen of the engine sold as adventure does not fog. I passed them all service is irrelevant

[@umakantd.109]

did i just hear that the seat height is low? like wat in the ... its 850mm..

[@manantrivedi3562]

Finally we have now proper adventures tourer ❤❤. But KTM need to work on the seat height. If you are 6 feet then its perfect. Else you have to struggle

[@patrolduty8715]

Since my city road quality is inconsistent and road surface's traction is unpredictable, should I always use Offroad riding techniques on road just for safety reason? I have bought Chris's ADV Riding course, and I apply almost all of the techniques in my city roads, which is very fun. But I am not sure If I should do that or use road riding techniques?

[@dirtrider9268]

I'm no Chris B but after 40 years in the avid pursuit of better formal training for 2 wheels, i suggest to use off road techniques, like when turning with the bike moving counter under your position. That is how US highway patrol bike officers are trained too. And always lighten the front suspension when hitting a bump headon, use throttle and body. Stand up in the hinge position for potholes or sharper bumps. Dont grip the bars tight, especially when bike is jolted by bumps or in wobbles. Toes pointed in, gets you more leg leverage. Weight the outside peg. One or two fingers on front brake. Think of these as just bike riding techniques that works everywhere, unless you race on paved track days, then a couple other tips like elbows in and down like Chris mentioned, helps in street race mode primarily. Clutch feathering needed more in dirt. Practice emergency braking w both brakes and balance in tight turns. Practice these often.

[@patrolduty8715]

@@dirtrider9268 thank you very much. It means that I should asume that the city roads are all low traction, bumpy so I should use OffRoad skills all the time to prepare for all sudden change in road surface quality? Thank you very much for your tips. I really appreciate it.

[@dirtrider9268]

@@patrolduty8715 yes exactly. One of my trainers impressed, learn to ride in the dirt, (where its loose all the time) to improve race track skills. I studied w Keith code and Gary Jaene, and many others and i still set up cones in parking lots on weekends to practice tight turns and figure eights, running over mid corner bumps, etc. Thanks for listening.

[@patrolduty8715]

@@dirtrider9268 thank you sir. Today, at lunch time, I bring my bike to parking lot and try to practice tight turn with offroad techniques as you suggest. It feels so good and combine with counter steering, I finally can lean my bike so low while being straight body position with great vision. My chicken strips on both front and rear tires are gone. Haha. Thank you sir, again.

[@sahiladya8473]

Made in India but full spec version not available in India. Why KTM why?

[@bangalorean999]

1st point in the video is lower seat height. Is this lower than before or still 855mm?

[@jonomasonILoveU]

I love kTm😁

[@adaptableadventurerider]

I just wish KTM would ditch the TFT that's used on these dad an I had two 2021 bikes rejected both at 147 and 269 miles full off issues mainly relating to PDI's but issues with one stalling no hazard lights lead to nearly getting took out by a van. An issues with the TFT Displays on both bikes full off condensation in the UK live near the cat and fiddle an on a winters day it was illegible I've had lot's off messages from others who are on 3+ replaced displays, so if anyone reads this from KTM put the display from the other bikes on it for the UK Market that's not in the problematic housing.