CFMOTO 450MT vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Verdict

The CFMOTO 450MT wins this comparison narrowly, 65.7 points to 65.4.

The gap of 0.3 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 450MT takes 5 points out of the 890 Adventure R. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the 890 Adventure R is the quicker machine: 105 hp and 100 Nm moving 215 kg, against 42 hp and 44 Nm moving 175 kg for the 450MT. That is 0.49 hp per kilo playing 0.24.

The 450MT costs €6,499, which leaves €9,000 in your pocket against the 890 Adventure R at €15,499. Service intervals run 5,000 km on the 450MT and 15,000 km on the 890 Adventure R.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the CFMOTO 450MT or the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R. It carries 0.49 hp per kilo (105 hp, 215 kg wet) against 0.24 hp per kilo for the CFMOTO 450MT (42 hp, 175 kg).

Is the CFMOTO 450MT cheaper than the KTM 890 Adventure R?

The CFMOTO 450MT is cheaper at €6,499 list, €9,000 less than the KTM 890 Adventure R at €15,499.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The CFMOTO 450MT. Its 820 mm seat is 60 mm lower than the KTM 890 Adventure R, and at 175 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 450MT or the 890 Adventure R?

The KTM 890 Adventure R, which scores 8.8 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The CFMOTO 450MT counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The CFMOTO 450MT: 438 km from its 17.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 435 km for the KTM 890 Adventure R.

Which bike wins overall?

The CFMOTO 450MT, scoring 65.7 of 100 against 65.4 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.