KTM 390 Enduro R vs KTM 690 Enduro R
Two enduro bikes scored on the same 100-point system: specs side by side, points per category and a verdict that commits.
0 to 100 km/h
Estimated from power to weight, not a measured time.
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Points by category
Six categories, 100 points. How every point is calculated
Engine and performance
out of 25Handling and chassis
out of 20Value
out of 20Practicality
out of 15Technology
out of 10Reliability and ownership
out of 10Specs side by side
| Spec | KTM390 Enduro R | KTM690 Enduro R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC | LC4 single cylinder, liquid cooled, SOHC |
| Displacement | 398.7 cc | 692.7 cc |
| Power | 45 hp at 8,500 rpm | 74 hp at 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 39 Nm at 6,500 rpm | 73.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 0.27 hp/kg | 0.47 hp/kg |
| Chassis | ||
| Wet weight | 166 kg | 157 kg |
| Front suspension | WP APEX 43 mm open cartridge, 230 mm | WP XPLOR 48 mm, 250 mm |
| Front adjustability | Compression and rebound | Fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | WP APEX monoshock, 230 mm | WP XPLOR PDS monoshock, 250 mm |
| Rear adjustability | Preload and rebound | Fully adjustable |
| Front brake | 285 mm, axial 2-piston | 300 mm, axial 2-piston |
| ABS | Switchable ABS | Cornering ABS |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seat height | 890 mm | 935 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1476 mm | 1502 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9 L | 13.5 L |
| Claimed consumption | 3.5 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
| Fuel range | 257 km | 314 km |
| Ownership | ||
| Price | €6,299 | €12,199 |
| Service interval | 10,000 km | 10,000 km |
| Valve check | 20,000 km | 20,000 km |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Equipment | ||
| Dash | TFT | LCD |
| Ride modes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction control | Yes | Yes |
| Quickshifter | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise control | Not available | Not available |
| Connectivity | Yes | No |
Verdict
The KTM 690 Enduro R wins this comparison comfortably, 61.7 points to 47.7.
The gap of 14 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 690 Enduro R takes 15 points out of the 390 Enduro 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 690 Enduro R is the quicker machine: 74 hp and 73.5 Nm moving 157 kg, against 45 hp and 39 Nm moving 166 kg for the 390 Enduro R. That is 0.47 hp per kilo playing 0.27.
The 390 Enduro R costs €6,299, which leaves €5,900 in your pocket against the 690 Enduro R at €12,199. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the 390 Enduro R and 10,000 km on the 690 Enduro R.
Better for city and commuting
KTM 390 Enduro R
A 890 mm seat, 257 km of tank range and the stronger practicality and value scores make it the easier bike to live with daily.
Better for weekend twisties
KTM 690 Enduro R
74 hp pushing 157 kg with WP XPLOR 48 mm up front. It takes the combined engine and handling points.
Better for longer trips
KTM 390 Enduro R
257 km between fuel stops and the better equipment score. Distance rewards range and rider aids, and it has more of both.
Frequently asked
- Which is faster, the KTM 390 Enduro R or the KTM 690 Enduro R?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R. It carries 0.47 hp per kilo (74 hp, 157 kg wet) against 0.27 hp per kilo for the KTM 390 Enduro R (45 hp, 166 kg).
- Is the KTM 390 Enduro R cheaper than the KTM 690 Enduro R?
- The KTM 390 Enduro R is cheaper at €6,299 list, €5,900 less than the KTM 690 Enduro R at €12,199.
- Which is better for shorter riders?
- The KTM 390 Enduro R. Its 890 mm seat is 45 mm lower than the KTM 690 Enduro R, and at 166 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.
- Which has better technology, the 390 Enduro R or the 690 Enduro R?
- The KTM 390 Enduro R, which scores 7.7 of 10 tech points with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity. The KTM 690 Enduro R counters with cornering ABS and traction control.
- Which goes further on a tank?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R: 314 km from its 13.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 257 km for the KTM 390 Enduro R.
- Which bike wins overall?
- The KTM 690 Enduro R, scoring 61.7 of 100 against 47.7 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.