Ktm Adventure 390 X vs Benelli Zenzero 350
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Adventure 390 X vs Benelli Zenzero 350. Ktm Adventure 390 X: 43 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 179 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 167 km/h (estimated, note: off-road gearing may slightly reduce top speed vs standard 390 Adventure), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Adventure 390 X
Benelli Zenzero 350
Horsepower (hp)
43 hp
29 hp
Torque (Nm)
37 Nm
28 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
167 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
175 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement)
Torque
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
28 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
167 km/h (estimated, note: off-road gearing may slightly reduce top speed vs standard 390 Adventure)
130 km/h (estimated)
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or ~28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L) — estimated, official figures not widely published
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ktm Adventure 390 X
7.8/10
"A serious small-ADV bargain, if you find a maintained one."
Pros
+Capable suspension for the money
+Punchy, reliable single-cylinder
+Proper spoke wheels fitted
Cons
−Tall seat height punishes shorties
−Tight service intervals cost money
−Vibration tiring on highways
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
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