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KTM India is gearing up to introduce the 390 Adventure S and 390 Adventure Enduro R in the country next month. Ahead of this launch, some dealerships have started accepting bookings for the KTM 390 Adventure S and KTM 390 Enduro R, which were recently unveiled at India Bike Week 2024. However, the Austrian motorcycle maker is yet to officially open bookings for those two models. a procedure that will begin in the coming days.
Previously, KTM had shown that the new Adventure Tourer motorcycles would be introduced to the Indian market for the first time. The 390cc ADV motorcycle includes the 390 Adventure S, 390 Adventure X, and 390 Enduro.
The KTM 390 Adventure S is aimed at adventure touring enthusiasts, featuring a robust suspension system, enhanced electronic capabilities, and a more sophisticated engine engineered to provide superior performance and comfort on various terrains. Conversely, the KTM 390 Enduro R caters to serious off-road enthusiasts, equipped with a tough suspension system.
The KTM 390 Adventure S will compete with the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, while the KTM 390 Enduro R will have no direct rival in the Indian market.
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The design of the KTM 390 Adventure S is inspired by its larger counterpart, the KTM 1390 Adventure. It features a rally-inspired aesthetic, characterised by vertically aligned dual-projector LED headlights and bodywork reminiscent of Dakar racing. This adventure motorcycle features a vertical riding triangle that is complemented by its updated design. The 390 Adventure S is supplied with a combination of 21-inch front wheels and 17-inch rear wheels.
In contrast, the KTM Enduro R adopts a classic enduro-style design. It stands out through a prominent peak-shaped front spoiler and a compact headlight package. The overall aesthetic is sleek and minimalist, with a stark contour tank reinforcing its sturdy, muted look. -Road-oriented character. In addition, it is supplied with 21-inch front and 17-inch rear spoked wheels, equipped with knobby tires, which work as an all-rounder for difficult trails.
The engine on the new 390 ADVs comes from the 390 Duke. It is a 399 cc, single-cylinder engine that is liquid-cooled. It puts out 45 bhp and 39 Nm. However, the ADVs could use a different state of tune. The gearbox on duty is a 6-speed that gets a bi-directional quickshifter.