KTM890AdventureRvsKawasakiVersys1100

KTM 890 Adventure R vs Kawasaki Versys 1100: Specifications Comparison

• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Calliper Type, Front Disc Size, Front Wheel Size

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
  Front Disc Size	320	310
  Front Wheel Size	R21	R17
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		Data Not Available
  Rear Wheel Size	R18	R17
  Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
  Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD	Inverted fork with adjustable rebound damping& and spring preload adjustability
  Rear Suspension	WP Xplor PDS shock absorber	Horizontal Back-link& gas-charged shock& rebound damping& and remote spring preload adjustability
  Front Tyre Size	90/90 R21	120/70 R17
  Rear Tyre Size	150/70 R18	180/55 R17
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Disc/Drum Size	260 mm	260 mm
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Pillion Footrest, Riding Modes, Start Type, Console Type

  Pillion Footrest		Data Not Available
  Riding Modes	4	Data Not Available
  Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
  Console Type	Digital	Digital
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Seat Style	Single	Split
  Side Stand Indicator		Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	Data Not Available
  Spark Plugs		Data Not Available
  Engine Capacity	889 cc	1099 cc
  Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Parallel Twin	Liquid-cooled& 4-stroke& in-line four
  No. of Cylinders	2	Data Not Available
  No. of valves per cylinder	2	2
  Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
  Bore x Stroke	90.7 mm x 68.8 mm	77.0 mm x 59.0 mm
  Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
  Fuelling	Electronic Fuel Injection	Fuel injection
  Max Power	105 bhp @ 8000 rpm	99.0 bhp @ 9000 rpm
  Max Torque	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	112.0 Nm @ 7600 rpm
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Fuel level guage, Gear Indicator, Tachometer

  Riding Modes Switch
  Fuel level guage	Digital	Digital
  Gear Indicator		Data Not Available
  Tachometer	Digital	Digital
  Speedometer	Digital	Digital
  Odometer	Digital	Digital

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• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
  Hazard Warning Indicator		Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Switch		Data Not Available
  Pass Light		Data Not Available
  Turn Signal	LED	Data Not Available
  ABS - Anti-lock braking system
  Traction Control System		Data Not Available
  Power Modes		Data Not Available

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2335 mm	2270 mm
  Width	895 mm	895 mm
  Height	880 mm	1400 mm
  Wheelbase	1528 mm	1520 mm
  Ground Clearance	263 mm	150 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	20 Litres	21 Litres
  Body Type	Adventure	Adventure
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	196 kg	257 kg
  Seat Height	880 mm	820 mm

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights		Data Not Available
  LED headlight		Data Not Available

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  2 Years/ 50000 kms

  3 Years/36000 Kms

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  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	Strong torque supports highway and touring loads. Comfortable ergonomics reduce long‑ride fatigue. Advanced electronics enhance riding safety control. Adjustable suspension improves ride adaptability. Spacious ergonomics support dual‑purpose usability.
  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	Heavy weight affects low‑speed handling ease. Premium pricing limits some buyers. Basic features in lower trims reduce value.

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Visual Gallery

KTM 890 Adventure RKawasaki Versys 1100

Which Bike Do You Like More?

KTM 890 Adventure R

Kawasaki Versys 1100