Benelli Zenzero 350 vs Ktm 390 Adventure
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Benelli Zenzero 350 vs Ktm 390 Adventure. Benelli Zenzero 350: 29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement) hp, 175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Ktm 390 Adventure: 43 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 167 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Benelli Zenzero 350
Ktm 390 Adventure
Horsepower (hp)
29 hp
43 hp
Torque (Nm)
28 Nm
37 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
167 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
175 kg
179 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement)
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
28 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h (estimated)
167 km/h
Weight
175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated)
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L) — estimated, official figures not widely published
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Benelli Zenzero 350
6.5/10
"Charming urban scrambler if you find a clean, documented example."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Light and easy to maneuver
Cons
−Sparse dealer and parts network
−Electrical gremlins on older units
−Budget suspension needs careful inspection
Ktm 390 Adventure
7.8/10
"Brilliant budget adventurer if you buy history, not hope."
Pros
+Punchy single-cylinder engine
+Adjustable WP suspension
+Excellent TFT display
Cons
−Brutal stock seat
−Chain wear neglected often
−Higher oil consumption
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