Bmw G 310 Gs vs Ktm Adventure 390
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw G 310 Gs
Ktm Adventure 390
Horsepower (hp)
34 hp
43 hp
Torque (Nm)
28 Nm
37 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
143 km/h
167 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
177 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
34 hp @ 9,500 rpm
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
28 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
143 km/h
167 km/h (estimated; note: may vary slightly by market and conditions)
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
177 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Bmw G 310 Gs
6.5/10
"Great learner adventure bike if you find it priced right."
Pros
+Lightweight and easy handling
+Genuine light off-road capability
+Low seat height option
Cons
−Overpriced on used market
−Buzzy above 70mph
−Underpowered for two-up
Ktm Adventure 390
7.5/10
"Brilliant used buy only if you vet it thoroughly first."
Pros
+Genuinely capable WP suspension
+Premium tech for price
+Slim, flickable chassis
Cons
−Fragile stock subframe
−Tight service intervals costly
−Hard seat after two hours