2024 KTM 390 Adventure S/X: First Look & Key Feature insights

Having extensively ridden the Gen 3 Duke 390 with the new LC4c engine, I believe this new Adv would fit a wider variety of motorcyclists now.

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I checked out the S today, although was only able to sit on the X because the other 3 S's in the showroom were already sold.

Some observations that may or may not have already been called out, and are also not necessarily additions/changes over the previous model, or for that matter, the Gen 3 Duke 390.

Reach adjustable rear brakes.
There are 3 holes, the default seems to be setup for longer reach.

Tild adjustable gear lever.

Clutch & brake lever adjustability.
We also have a Gen 3 Duke 390 with handguards and can confirm that it can be difficult to adjust it on the go, with one hand. Not a big deal though.

Crash guard bolts.
The bottom crash guard bolt seems like a long one and seems suspect to me. I recall the Dominar's bolts getting sheared off frequently. I hope that is not the case of course.

Reinforced front fender.
I'm not sure if this is a standard on all motorcycles with elevated front fenders, but that reinforcement under the fender is a good thing I believe. Same as on the V Strom 800 DE as I recall.

The front mudguard.
Good touch to prevent stones hitting the radiator. If I was to get this motorcycle, I would get the full mudguard accessory since I don't often tread off road on purpose.

Folding gear lever.
Should be made standard on all motorcycles no? Even the brake lever would be a good addition. Little things that allow you to adventure and continue your ride despite small mishaps.

Front neck.
As I recall the previous gen Adv 390's front dome would vibrate on lower revs.
From first reviews I recall it being mentioned that this vibration is now gone and I think this tower like setup with that neck reinforced on this maybe additionally responsible.

Pillion seat.
My hand is a definite medium based on historical statistic I have comparing it with many individuals over the years
With that in mind, it's definitely small. This is surprising to me given how effective the older one's was.

Tyre specs.
Front - 90/90-21 54H
Rear - 130/80-17 65H

Bent knee.
My height is 5"10 (178cms) and I weigh 89 kgs.
This is me sitting on the X variant and I can guarantee that with the way the seat is designed, combined with squat for my weight, results in making the 825mm seat height feel like 790mm at max. My knees are bent in this which is a massive indicator. I have both my feet flat on the ground by the way.
Like I mentioned earlier, I was unable to sit on an S variant.

Having extensively ridden the Gen 3 Duke 390 with the new LC4c engine, I believe this new Adv would fit a wider variety of motorcyclists now.

If the 373cc on the older Adv, along with the way it rode, needed a more experienced hand, I can imagine this new one reaching out with a helping hand to new riders, while allowing experienced riders to have even more fun off road now.

That said, I'm yet to take a test ride on it. So it's still conjecture at this point. But I am optimistic!

On road Bangalore - ~INR 4,77,000.

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