KTM 640 LC4 Adventure vs KTM Adventure R 640 (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 640 LC4 Adventurestacks up against the KTM Adventure R 640. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 640 LC4 AdventureKTM Adventure R 640
Model year20051999
Price
Engine625 cc625 cc
Horsepower54 hp52 hp
Torque55 Nm
Weight158 kg154 kg
Seat height37 mm
Fuel capacity6.7 L7.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21

KTM 640 LC4 Adventure vs KTM Adventure R 640 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 640 LC4 Adventure and the KTM Adventure R 640 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 640 LC4 Adventure brings 54 hp in a 158 kg package, while the KTM Adventure R 640 counters with 52 hp at 154 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: