KTM just gave the 390 Adventure X a neat little upgrade, making it even more tempting for riders who want a solid mid-size ADV that’s ready for anything. With a few clever feature additions and a price tag that still stays competitive at Rs. 3.03 lakh (ex-showroom), the 390 Adventure X is all set to tackle highways and trails with a bit more style.
Big New Features
So, what’s new this time? KTM’s added cruise control — a feature you usually don’t see in bikes at this price. Long highway rides just got a whole lot more relaxed. The new switchgear includes a dedicated cruise control button and a toggle switch to dial your speed up or down without rolling the throttle.
The bike now also packs cornering traction control and cornering ABS. These tech bits mean you can lean into corners with more confidence, knowing the bike’s electronics are working to keep you upright, even if the road surface isn’t perfect.
Three Riding Modes
Another nice touch is the addition of riding modes. You get three:
- Street for your everyday rides
- Rain for when the weather turns nasty
- Off-road for those trail adventures
Switch between them and the bike tweaks its traction and throttle response to match what you need. It’s a smart way to make one bike feel like three.
Same Proven Engine
Under the tank, the 390 Adventure X sticks with its trusty 399cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. It’s good for 45 BHP and 39 Nm of torque. No changes there — but no complaints either. It’s peppy enough for city runs, strong enough for highway stretches, and capable on trails too.
The six-speed gearbox keeps things smooth, and there’s plenty of grunt across the rev range to keep things fun when you twist open that throttle.
Hardware That Works
The 390 Adventure X still rides on a familiar setup. Up front, there’s a telescopic fork. Out back, you’ve got a mono-shock. Together, they soak up bumps and potholes well enough, whether you’re on a broken village road or climbing a hilly trail.
It rolls on a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear wheel — both alloys wrapped in dual-purpose tyres that give you grip on tarmac and loose surfaces. Disc brakes at both ends handle stopping duties, now made safer thanks to that cornering ABS.
Why It Makes Sense
With this update, KTM has plugged the biggest gap in the 390 Adventure X’s kit list. Cruise control is a real boon for touring riders — sit back, relax your wrist, and let the bike do the steady-speed work. Add the extra safety net of cornering ABS and traction control, and it’s clear KTM wants to keep you safer while you push the bike’s limits.
Value for Money
At Rs. 3.03 lakh, the updated 390 Adventure X sits in a sweet spot. You get serious big-bike tech without paying big-bike prices. For riders who love doing city commutes during the week and escaping to trails or highways on weekends, this makes the 390 Adventure X feel like an all-rounder you won’t grow out of too soon.
So next time you spot an orange 390 rolling down the highway at a steady pace, don’t be surprised if the rider’s chilling with cruise control on. KTM’s made sure the 390 Adventure X stays exactly what it should be — a bike that pushes you to go further, smarter, and now, a bit more comfortably too.