2023
KTM RC 390 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 561962 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | KTM |
| Model | RC 390 |
| Year | 2023 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Steel trellis, powder coated |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | WP APEX 43 |
| Fronttyre | 95/75-R17 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rake | 23.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | WP APEX - Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 115/75-R17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Wheels | Cast, 5-spoke |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 89.0 x 60.0 mm (3.5 x 2.4 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | PASC™ antihopping clutch, mechanically operated |
| Compression | 14.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 373.2 ccm (22.77 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | 520 X-Ring. Primary drive: 30:80. |
| Enginetype | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 3.46 litres/100 km (28.9 km/l or 67.98 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 80.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | Bosch EMS with RBW |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 44.0 HP (32.1 kW)) |
| Torque | 37.0 Nm (3.8 kgf-m or 27.3 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue/orange, orange/black |
|---|---|
| Comments | Small windshield. Cornering ABS. Traction control. |
| Instruments | TFT display |
| Light | LED headlight |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 155.0 kg (341.7 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 13.70 litres (3.62 US gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 158 mm (6.2 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.2839 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 824 mm (32.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About KTM
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Hans Trunkenpolz (later joined by Ernst Kronreif)
Best Known For:
Off-road/enduro supremacy, Dakar wins, Duke/RC streetbikes, and READY TO RACE ethos
Company History
KTM evolved from a postwar repair shop into a racing juggernaut by treating competition as R&D. Lightweight two-strokes made the brand a force in motocross and enduro; later four-strokes and advanced electronics cemented dominance. Dakar Rally victories showcased reliability under extreme conditions and fed the Adventure lineup—bikes that balance long-travel composure with startling pace. On the street, the Duke and RC families brought razor geometry and punchy singles/twins to license tiers worldwide, while the 1290 Super Duke and Adventure pushed the IMU-aided edge of performance. Corporate agility—acquisitions, platform sharing with Husqvarna/GASGAS—expanded reach without blurring identity. Historically, KTM changed expectations for chassis feedback and electronics integration in dirt and on road, proving that orange-painted ferocity could also be precise. The brand’s throughline is simple: build light, communicate grip, and let riders go fast safely. Few companies have turned a color and a slogan into such a reliable proxy for results.