Ktm Adventure 390 X vs Bmw G 310 Gs
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Adventure 390 X vs Bmw G 310 Gs. 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. Bmw G 310 Gs: 34 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 170 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 143 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Adventure 390 X
Bmw G 310 Gs
Horsepower (hp)
43 hp
34 hp
Torque (Nm)
37 Nm
28 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
167 km/h
143 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
170 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
43 hp @ 9,000 rpm
34 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
28 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
167 km/h (estimated, note: off-road gearing may slightly reduce top speed vs standard 390 Adventure)
143 km/h
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or ~28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.0 L/100km or approximately 33 km/L (typical real-world average)
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
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
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