Motoring Pulse

The current generation of KTM 390 Adventure lineup is the second-generation launched in 2025. It is built on an all-new engine and chassis platform and shares nothing from the previous generation of the 390 Adventure. The all-new 398.63cc engine replaces the old 373cc unit. It is still a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve engine and produces 46 PS of power at 8,500 RPM and 39 NM of torque at 6,500 RPM.

The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is a 300cc adventure-tourer based on the Ninja 300. The Versys-X 300 gets the same 296cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve engine that powers the mini Ninja and produces similar power and torque figures with 39 PS at 11,500 RPM and 26 NM at 10,000 RPM.

The Himalayan 450 is Royal Enfield’s second-generation Himalayan launched in 2024 on an entirely new platform. The bike is powered by a brand new 452cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve, short-stroke engine (84mm bore x 81.5mm stroke), producing 40 PS of power at 8,000 RPM and 40 NM of torque at 5,500 RPM.

2025 KTM 390 Adventure X is a worthy update over the previous generation 390 Adventure. Find out in our thorough road review about how we feel about it...