The KTM 390 Adventure brings big adventures on a budget

The latest KTM 390 Adventure will take you off the straight and narrow with more change to spare

The 373cc KTM 390 Adventure can keep up on gravel or logging trails. Best of all, you do not have to manhandle it because of its 158kg dry weight and modest performance figures compared with more powerful motorcycles..
The 373cc KTM 390 Adventure can keep up on gravel or logging trails. Best of all, you do not have to manhandle it because of its 158kg dry weight and modest performance figures compared with more powerful motorcycles.. ST PHOTOS: KUA CHEE SIONG
The 373cc KTM 390 Adventure can keep up on gravel or logging trails. Best of all, you do not have to manhandle it because of its 158kg dry weight and modest performance figures compared with more powerful motorcycles..
The 373cc KTM 390 Adventure can keep up on gravel or logging trails. Best of all, you do not have to manhandle it because of its 158kg dry weight and modest performance figures compared with more powerful motorcycles.. ST PHOTOS: KUA CHEE SIONG
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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on March 14, 2020, with the headline The KTM 390 Adventure brings big adventures on a budget. Subscribe