KTM 890 Adventure R vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S

KTM 890 Adventure R

₹15.80 Lakh*

Harley-Davidson Sportster S

₹16.70 Lakh*

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KTM 890 Adventure R Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height
KTM 890 Adventure R ₹15.80 Lakh*	889 cc	105 bhp @ 8000 rpm	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	-	196 kg	880 mm
Triumph Tiger 900 ₹14.40 - ₹16.55 Lakh*	888 cc	106.5 bhp @ 9500 rpm	90 Nm @ 6850 rpm	21.2 kmpl	219 kg	820 mm
BMW F 850 GS Adventure ₹13.75 Lakh*	853 cc	93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm	92 Nm @ 6250 rpm	24.4 kmpl	248 kg	860 mm
Kawasaki Versys 1100 ₹13.89 Lakh*	1099 cc	99.0 bhp @ 9000 rpm	112.0 Nm @ 7600 rpm	-	257 kg	820 mm
BMW F 850 GS ₹12.95 Lakh*	853 cc	93.87 bhp @ 8250 rpm	92 Nm @ 6250 rpm	24.4 kmpl	233 kg	860 mm
Indian Motorcycle 101 Scout ₹15.99 Lakh*	1250 cc	111 bhp	109Nm @ 6300 rpm	50 kmpl	249 kg	680 mm
Indian Motorcycle Super Scout ₹16.15 Lakh*	1250 cc	111 bhp	109Nm @ 6300 rpm	50 kmpl	249 kg	680 mm
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 ₹13.84 - ₹16.78 Lakh*	1200 cc	103.5 bhp @ 7750 rpm	112 Nm @ 4250 rpm	-	216 kg	805 mm

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
Front Disc Size	320	320
Front Wheel Size	R21	R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size	R18	R16
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD	4minverteforwitcompression
Rear Suspension	WP Xplor PDS shock absorber	Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Front Tyre Size	90/90 R21	160/70 R16
Rear Tyre Size	150/70 R18	180/70 R16
Front Brake	Disc	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	260 mm	260 mm
Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	Data Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	36
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Data Not Available	42
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	Data Not Available	42
Tubeless Tyres	Data Not Available

Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
Engine Capacity	889 cc	1252 cc
Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Parallel Twin	Revolution® Max 1250T
No. of Cylinders	2	2
No. of valves per cylinder	2	4
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Bore x Stroke	90.7 mm x 68.8 mm	105 mm x 72.3 mm
Configuration	DOHC	Twin Cylinder
Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Fuelling	Electronic Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Max Power	105 bhp @ 8000 rpm	120.69 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
Battery Capacity	Data Not Available	0.144 kwh
Top Speed	Data Not Available	194 kmph
Mileage (Claimed)	Data Not Available	20 kmpl

Pros	Powerful 889cc engine delivers strong performance Top-tier off-road hardware with WP suspension and high ground clearance Loaded with rider aids including traction control and multiple ride modes Excellent long-distance capability with large fuel tank	Powerful 1252cc Revolution Max engine (120 hp, 125 Nm) Surprisingly agile and fun handling for a cruiser Advanced electronics including ride modes, traction control, and TFT display Modern design with strong road presence Lightweight feel compared to traditional Harleys
Cons	Tall and demanding for inexperienced riders Weight noticeable in city riding and tight conditions Ride quality can feel stiff on regular roads Expensive ownership and limited accessibility for beginners	Small 11.8-litre fuel tank limits range Firm suspension reduces comfort on bad roads Ground clearance is low (~90 mm), can scrape Expensive for the segment Not a traditional Harley feel (may not suit purists)

Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight