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-   -   Entry-level KTM 390 Adventure X launched at Rs 2.8 lakh (https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motorbikes/264681-entry-level-ktm-390-adventure-x-launched-rs-2-8-lakh-4.html)

Just checked regarding the waiting period for 390 Adventure X. In Delhi, Moti Nagar dealership has a waiting period of 10 days. In Goa, KTM Mapusa said they have a month long waiting period for the X variant. I am based partly out of both these places so I checked both states.

Both showrooms have the Standard variant readily available for immediate delivery. Goes to show how popular this X variant is.

So, recently I went to check all the 3 trims of the ADV 390 at KTM, Sarjapur, Bangalore. The X, low seat and standard. The 2023 spoke wheels isn't in showrooms and wont be there for probably a month or 2 more as per the sales guy.

Coming to the ADV 390X, what drew me to the showroom was the X in the new Dark Galvano shade. There are not many images /videos on the Internet of this colour and IRL, it looks awesome. I will attach the images here. Major differences you will notice instantly are the tyres and the LCD screen. Also it lacks major electronics like the C-ABS, TC, Bidirectional quickshifter. And has an on road price of INR 372886/- in Bangalore . From my thought perspective, I think the type of biking that the ADV 390 stands for in India, losing out on these electronics delete a lot of USP of this bike. Its mostly used for cross state touring across India. Not hardcore offroading. For that we have an Xpulse. The ADV 390 is supposed to be the SUV under 5 lakhs. Or 7lakhs for the lack of good ADVs in India. And the tyres will be a good differentiating factor along with cornering ABS and traction control. These factors alone would give you immense confidence over the X model any day for no nonsense highway touring. The X should strictly be bought if your budget just doesn't allow you to go higher, or if you are absolutely sure you don't need the Electronics at all. For everyone else, the standard version is better. Couple that with the rich colored TFT screen and I think that gives a lot of upmarket feel to the ownership experience. I just want to test ride both to understand how different would it feel without TC.

The Low seat version (the bike in the middle in the photos below) is weird. Its not a low seat like we all know. Just a suspension swap. And the sales guy told me that the seat height is down by 20mm to 835mm and the ground clearance is down to 175mm from 200mm. Why KTM, why?! Both the standard and low seat were kept side by side in the showroom and the low seat visibly looks lower. Felt like an SUV thats lowered down. Felt a little small when I sat on it. And honestly, the trade off for ground clearance for a little better foot reach is not worth it, atleast for this bike. Its supposed to be the Jack of all trades, master of most bike. With the lower clearance I dont see that happening. Probably not recommended and I will tell you why.

The Standard. Okay, so everything about the 390 has been told already above. And when I sat on this bike, I could put both my feet on the ground. Slight tiptoe that can be fixed with my riding boots anyday. I am 5'10". The low seat version was "almost" flat foot. But the standard is also borderline just fine. And I believe there should be that slight learning curve to a new bike. Be it height, power or both ;-). Also one astonishing thing I noticed was the 390, at 855mm felt more comfortable and confident inspiring than the Suzuki Vstrom SX. This is probably because the seat is tapered and slimmer than the Suzuki and the footpegs are slightly rear set unlike the Suzuki that just keeps hitting your shins.

Also both the low seat and the standard is priced at INR 444239 on-road, Bangalore. That's a lot of money and so, I would say pick wisely.

I am in the market for a KTM 390 X and saw this update that X has a cornering ABS. To my understanding, it does not have one. The write-up suggests dual-channel ABS but the orange picture on the left tells a different story. Can anyone confirm?

Please check the web address as it talks about Adventure X and look at the date and time of the screenshot or picture taken - 9th Sep'2023.

I have the 390X and it does not come with cornering ABS

Do you miss omitted electronics? If I may ask, what type of ridings do you do?

I am looking for occasional city commutes and a few highway rides with my wife as a pillion. For general city use, I have a TVS Ntorq.

Can't comment on missing the electronic aids since I've only ridden the Standard variant for a few kms. So I don't have a reference point. I am happy with the purchase. Not once did I feel that I should've gotten the Standard variant.

My riding is limited to the highway and mountain touring. The bike is rarely, if ever, used in the city. The 390 makes a lot of power and someone not used to this can get overwhelmed. So if you don't have experience with this much power, best to stick with the Standard variant with all its electronic aids.

For people who have test-ridden both the STD and the X, how different is the power delivery across terrains and weather conditions? Is the X overwhelming at times and makes you more cautious than confident? Is the STD doing a lot behind the curtains with its electronics on loose and wet roads or hard cornering?