KTM 390 Enduro R India Launch Soon, Teased Officially
It will be KTM’s most hardcore, affordable offroader
Quick News Highlights:
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KTM 390 Enduro R India launch soon
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Will be based on the 390 Adventure, but will be lighter and more off-road focussed
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Price is expected to be around Rs 3.30 lakh (ex-showroom)
KTM is all set to launch the much anticipated 390 Enduro R in India soon. It is the most dedicated off-road motorcycle made by the brand in India. After making its global debut at EICMA 2024 in November, and being showcased at India Bike Week (IBW) 2024, KTM India officially teased the bike on its social media platforms, hinting at a launch around the corner. The bike is expected to hit Indian roads in the coming weeks, possibly by mid-April 2025. Bookings have been open since December 2024, for a fully refundable token amount of Rs 1,999.
Design
Staying true to its Enduro DNA, the KTM 390 Enduro R has a minimalistic design with fewer body panels for lower weight and also to keep costs in check when replacing parts in case of a fall. It is a more hardcore, off-road oriented machine as compared to the 390 Adventure. The Adventure primarily caters to long distance touring, but it also has off-road capabilities. While the 390 Enduro R is built primarily for off-road riding and trails.
Engine
The Enduro R is powered by a 398cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, four-stroke, DOHC engine that produces 45PS, 39Nm, and is mated to a six-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch. This motor is also shared with the third-gen KTM 390 Duke, the new 390 Adventure and Adventure X.
Underpinnings
The 390 Enduro gets a trellis frame, and fully adjustable WP Apex suspension with 230mm of wheel travel at both ends. The inverted fork has rebound and compression adjustability, while the monoshock gets adjustment for pre-load and rebound. It comes with a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel, both wire-spoke and fitted with tubed off-road tyres - the front is a 90-section, while the rear is a 140-section. Braking is done by a 285mm front and a 240mm rear disc. It has a high 890mm seat height and 272mm of ground clearance. The weight is 159kg without fuel, and it comes with a 9-litre fuel tank - smaller than the 15-litre on the 390 Duke.
Pricing And Rivals
KTM is likely to price the bike around the Rs 3.30 lakh (ex-showroom) mark. Notably, the bike does not really have a direct rival in its segment, but at the same price - you have the much less powerful Kawasaki KLX230 to consider.
Features
The bike features LED lighting all around, and a 4.2-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, incoming call alerts, turn-by-turn navigation, music controls, and KTM app integration. It also comes with adjustable brake and clutch levers, two ride modes: Street and Offroad, and a dedicated ABS switch - allowing riders to deactivate ABS in ‘offroad mode’ when tackling challenging terrains.
BikeDekho Says
If our expected price is right, then it will be significantly less expensive than the 390 Adventure, while still being more off-road capable. It may not appeal to everyone but will be an excellent value for money choice for those who are looking to improve their off-roading skills. Even though it’s not designed for the highway, it will certainly have better grunt than the Hero XPulse 210. That said, the small 9-litre fuel tank will force you to refuel more often.
User Reviews
- Review of my duke 390My purchase of the bike was the best thing ever. It was always my dream to buy a 390 and the performance is the best in its class. The maintenance is very cheap, mileage is decent according to this engine. Overall, its the best bike in its segment. Beast for a reason. Comfort and performance is on next level.Read More
- Best in segmentI am doing long ride on week end also for lite affordable i see many other options like Himalayan 450 but bit heavy for me so I choose ktm adventure because it's light weight easy to ride on highway also good feature of electrical side. On highway I am getting mileage of 30 to 37 kmpl depends on engine rpm this bike effortlessly crush on 120kmph to 140kmph with any engine stress also riding poser is good comfortable in city it's easy to manoeuvre in traffic. Here is my reason to choose ktm light weight good mileage best electric feature like riding mode cornering abs best tft counsel also you get accessories port bottom, also engine power is best in class no match for ktm.Read More
- Ready to Adventure.I also have a Duke, Adv has covered all the issues which I have faced on Duke when I use to go on long rides, Ride is also plush coupled with a great engine which proves itself on all grounds. Also it has a decent fuel efficiency considering its engine performance. Bike's comfortable its mileage is also good I get a decent range, but the engine won't feel as raw as BS4 duke, great electronics and safety. Just having engine oil consumption on higher side. Also the Trampler tyres give more life than Turanzas which came initially. Long hauling person should definitely buy this bike, long rides are so hassle free. And comfortable, also if you have to carry any luggage they have provided good anchoring points. Tieing a back pack or a duffle bag is easy.Read More
- Enduro R reviewsurprisingly capable on the road, especially on twisty tarmac often surprising sportbike riders. It can maintain highway speeds well but its dirt-bike roots mean long highway rides can be less comfortable due to wind firm seats and some engine vibrations More approachable, manageable, and easier to handle for less-experienced off-road riders. Excellent chassis/suspension.but can feel heavy and bottom out on the shock in very rough.aggressive terrain compared to dirt bike I want to say anything best mileage best performance what you need apart from that best bike i ever ride the aggressive bike especially on twisty tarmac often surprising sportbike ridervibrations engienRead More