KTM890AdventureRvsHarley-DavidsonSportsterS

KTM 890 Adventure R vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S: Specifications Comparison

• Safety

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Turn Signal

  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
  Hazard Warning Indicator
  Side Stand Alarm
  Turn Signal	LED	LED
  Traction Control System
  Tyre Construction Type	Data Not Available
  Brake Assist	Data Not Available
  Clutch Type	Data Not Available

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• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Front Wheel Size, Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster, Wheel Type

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Front Wheel Size	R21	R17
  Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
  Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
  Front Suspension	WP XPLOR-USD	4minverteforwitcompression
  Rear Suspension	WP Xplor PDS shock absorber	Linkage-mounted& piggyback moNoshock with compression& rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Front Wheel Travel	Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Gear Shifting Pattern, Spark Plugs, Engine Capacity, Engine Type

  Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
  Spark Plugs
  Engine Capacity	889 cc	1252 cc
  Engine Type	2-Cylinder 4-Stroke Parallel Twin	Revolution® Max 1250T
  No. of Cylinders	2	2
  Bore x Stroke	90.7 mm x 68.8 mm	105 mm x 72.3 mm
  Cooling type	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
  Max Power	106.45 PS @ 8000 rpm	122.37 PS @ 7500 rpm
  Max Torque	100 Nm @ 6500 rpm	125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
  Max Speed	Data Not Available	194 kmph

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Pillion Footrest, Riding Modes, Instrument Console, Seat Style

  Pillion Footrest		Data Not Available
  Riding Modes	4	3
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Seat Style	Single	Single
  Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
  Call/SMS Alerts	Data Not Available
  Low Battery Indicator	Data Not Available
  Low Oil Indicator	Data Not Available
  GPS & Navigation	Data Not Available
  Distance to Empty Indicator	Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available
  USB Charging Port	Data Not Available

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• Instrumentation

  Riding Modes Switch, Gear Indicator, Tachometer, Speedometer

  Riding Modes Switch
  Gear Indicator
  Tachometer	Digital	Digital
  Speedometer	Digital	Digital
  Odometer	Digital	Digital

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Length, Width, Height, Wheelbase

  Length	2335 mm	2270 mm mm
  Width	895 mm	843 mm
  Height	880 mm	1089 mm mm
  Wheelbase	1528 mm	1520 mm
  Ground Clearance	263 mm	90 mm mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	20 Litres	13.2 Liters Litres
  Seat Height	880 mm	765 mm
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	196 kg	225 kg
  Engine Oil Capacity	Data Not Available	4.9 Liters Litres

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• Exterior

  Daytime Running Lights, LED headlight

  Daytime Running Lights
  LED headlight

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  2 Years/ 50000 kms

  2 Years/Unlimited kms

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros	Powerful 889cc engine delivers strong performance Top-tier off-road hardware with WP suspension and high ground clearance Loaded with rider aids including traction control and multiple ride modes Excellent long-distance capability with large fuel tank	Powerful 1252cc Revolution Max engine (120 hp, 125 Nm) Surprisingly agile and fun handling for a cruiser Advanced electronics including ride modes, traction control, and TFT display Modern design with strong road presence Lightweight feel compared to traditional Harleys
  Cons	Tall and demanding for inexperienced riders Weight noticeable in city riding and tight conditions Ride quality can feel stiff on regular roads Expensive ownership and limited accessibility for beginners	Small 11.8-litre fuel tank limits range Firm suspension reduces comfort on bad roads Ground clearance is low (~90 mm), can scrape Expensive for the segment Not a traditional Harley feel (may not suit purists)

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Visual Gallery

KTM 890 Adventure RHarley-Davidson Sportster S

Which Bike Do You Like More?

KTM 890 Adventure R

Harley-Davidson Sportster S