KTM Launches 390 (2025) Adventure in Nepal: Price and Features

After months of anticipation, KTM Nepal has officially pulled the covers off the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure at the NAIMA Mobility Expo 2025, marking one of the most significant updates to its adventure line in recent years. For riders who have been following the evolution of KTM’s mid-capacity adventure machines since their debut in 2020, this new model feels like a bold leap forward rather than a gentle refresh.

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co, the authorized distributor of KTM in Nepal, has chosen to introduce the top-spec “Adventure S” variant to the local market, a decision that signals KTM’s intent to satisfy both the touring enthusiast and the off-road purist.

Price and Availability in Nepal

The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure is priced at Rs. 10,74,900 in Nepal. This marks a Rs. 75,000 increase over the outgoing Gen 2 model, which was priced at Rs. 9,99,900. Given the extensive list of upgrades, from the new LC4C engine and fully adjustable suspension to advanced rider aids and Dakar-inspired design, the price adjustment feels justified.

The bike is available exclusively in the top-spec Adventure S variant for the Nepali market, in two color options: Electronic Orange and Ceramic White. Bookings are open across all Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. KTM showrooms nationwide, with deliveries already underway following its launch at the NAIMA Mobility Expo 2025.

Design and Styling

KTM has gone back to its rally roots with a design that is unapologetically inspired by Dakar-style machines. The 2025 model features a vertically stacked LED projector headlamp with integrated DRLs, flanked by larger side shrouds for an aggressive stance. The redesigned upright windshield is aerodynamically shaped to reduce wind buffeting, a subtle yet important improvement for long-distance rides.

The high-mounted front fender, fork protectors, and wire-spoke wheels (21-inch front, 17-inch rear) underline the bike’s off-road intent. KTM has also lowered the seat height to 830 mm without compromising ground clearance, which now stands at an impressive 237 mm, one of the highest in its class.

The rear section has been streamlined, integrating LED indicators into the minimalistic tail lamp design and cleverly tucking away the pillion grab handles. Riders can choose between two color schemes: Electronic Orange and Ceramic White.

Engine and Performance

Under the fairing, the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure houses the new 398.63 cc LC4C single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. It delivers 46 PS at 8,500 rpm and 39 Nm at 6,900 rpm, offering a noticeable bump in both power and torque over the previous generation. KTM has slightly altered the sprocket configuration from 14/43T to 14/46T, improving low-end tractability for off-road situations while still maintaining respectable highway speeds.

The six-speed gearbox comes with a slipper clutch and bi-directional quickshifter as standard, ensuring smoother gear transitions both on tarmac and trails. The bike’s top speed is rated at around 167 km/h, with a real-world fuel economy of 25–28 km/l.

Perhaps the most notable upgrade is in the electronics suite. The 390 Adventure now features:

• Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control (CTC)

• Three Riding Modes: Rain, Street, Sport

• Cruise Control

• Cornering ABS, Off-road ABS, and Super Moto ABS

These additions bring the 390 Adventure closer to the electronics packages seen in larger capacity adventure bikes.

Suspension and Handling

The bike’s new split-trellis frame is paired with fully adjustable WP APEX suspension, 43 mm USD forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Riders can fine-tune compression, rebound, and preload settings, with 205 mm of travel at both ends.

This adjustability is not just marketing fluff, it translates into genuine versatility. On one day, you could be carving mountain roads with stiffer settings, and the next, you could be tackling rocky trails with softer damping for comfort. The longer wheelbase (1,470 mm) and slightly higher kerb weight (182 kg) give the bike added stability without feeling sluggish in tighter corners.

Features and Technology

KTM has left no stone unturned in packing the 390 Adventure with rider-focused features. The 5-inch TFT display now supports KTM Connect, enabling smartphone pairing for turn-by-turn navigation, music control, and call management. The handlebar-mounted switches are intuitive and easy to operate even with gloves on.

Other key features include:

• Tubeless spoke wheels

• High-mounted exhaust for better water-wading clearance

• Grippy footpegs with removable rubber inserts

• 14.5-liter fuel tank for extended range

• Robust engine guard and bash plate for off-road protection

Specifications

Market Position and Rivals

In Nepal’s growing mid-capacity ADV segment, the 390 Adventure faces competition from the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and the CFMoto 450MT.

While the Himalayan focuses on long-distance touring comfort and rugged simplicity, it lacks the cutting-edge electronics and sharper performance of the KTM. The CFMoto 450MT, with its parallel-twin engine, offers superior refinement and torque but comes at a significantly higher price point of Rs. 12.50 lakhs.

This positions the KTM 390 Adventure as the sweet spot for riders seeking a high-spec, performance-oriented adventure motorcycle without venturing into premium pricing territory.

Conclusion

From an enthusiast’s standpoint, the 2025 KTM 390 Adventure is more than just an update, it’s a maturation of KTM’s mid-capacity ADV philosophy. The combination of Dakar-inspired styling, adjustable suspension, advanced electronics, and improved ergonomics makes it a versatile machine capable of weekend trails, cross-country rides, and daily commuting.

Yes, the price is higher than before, but when measured against the depth of upgrades, it’s clear KTM has delivered a stronger value proposition than many expected. For Nepal’s adventure bike segment, this could be the benchmark others will now try to beat.