KTM has significantly upgraded its most accessible adventure bike, the 390 Adventure X, by adding premium features like cruise control and riding modes for a small price increase.
Major Feature Boost for the 390 Adventure X
Months after rolling out its latest 390 Adventure range, KTM has announced a substantial update to its more budget-friendly variant, the 390 Adventure X. This popular adventure tourer now comes packed with advanced features that were previously exclusive to the top-tier 390 Adventure model.
Riders can now enjoy cruise control, various riding modes (including Street, Rain, and Off-road), cornering ABS, and traction control. These additions dramatically enhance the bike’s safety, comfort, and versatility across different terrains and conditions.
The IMU Advantage: Enabling Smart Features
A key reason these sophisticated features are now available on the 390 Adventure X is the inclusion of an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). This crucial component allows the bike’s electronics to understand its lean angle and pitch, enabling intelligent systems like cornering ABS and traction control to function effectively.
The best part? These significant upgrades come at a surprisingly small premium. The updated 390 Adventure X is priced at Rs 3.03 lakh, which is only Rs 12,000 more than its predecessor, making it an even more compelling package.
Narrowing the Gap with the Top-Spec Model
With these new additions, the feature set between the 390 Adventure X and the top-spec 390 Adventure has become much closer. The primary distinctions now lie in the presence of cornering traction control (still exclusive to the top-spec model) and the wheel setup.
The top-spec 390 Adventure features a 21-inch tubeless spoke wheel at the front, optimized for more aggressive off-road riding. In contrast, the 390 Adventure X retains a 19-inch alloy wheel at the front, offering a good balance for both road and light off-road use.
Value Proposition and Competition
At its new price point of Rs 3.03 lakh, the KTM 390 Adventure X positions itself as a strong contender in the middle-weight adventure segment. While it now commands a higher price than bikes like the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, it offers a significantly richer array of advanced electronic features.
This update makes the 390 Adventure X an attractive option for riders seeking premium technology and performance without necessarily opting for the most expensive variant in the lineup.
- The KTM 390 Adventure X now includes cruise control, riding modes, cornering ABS, and traction control.
- These new features are enabled by the addition of an IMU.
- The price has increased by just Rs 12,000, bringing it to Rs 3.03 lakh.
- Key differences from the top-spec model now include cornering traction control and the front wheel setup.
This strategic update from KTM aims to offer more value to adventure enthusiasts, making high-end features more accessible across their popular 390 Adventure range.
