Suzuki DR-Z 4SM Base vs KTM Adventure 390 R (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM Basestacks up against the KTM Adventure 390 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 4SM BaseKTM Adventure 390 R
Model year20252026
Price$7,699
Engine398 cc398 cc
Weight154 kg165 kg
Seat height870 mm
Fuel capacity14.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® Sportmax Q5A 120/70 R17 M/C 58H / Dunlop® Sportmax Q5A 140/70 R17 M/C 66HMitas Enduro Trail E07+ 90/90 R21 / Mitas Enduro Trail E07+ 140/80 R18

Suzuki DR-Z 4SM Base vs KTM Adventure 390 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM Base and the KTM Adventure 390 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 4SM Base brings its published horsepower in a 154 kg package, while the KTM Adventure 390 R counters with its own power figure at 165 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: