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KTM 390 Adventure vs Hero Splendor Plus vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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KTM 390 Adventure

KTM 390 Adventure2020–2024

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 373 cc
  • 44 PS
  • ~28 km/l
  • 158 kg
Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

TVS Apache RTR 160Earlier version in photo

TVS Apache RTR 160

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 160 cc
  • 16 PS
  • ~45 km/l
  • 137 kg

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. KTM 390 Adventure5
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1600
  • Most powerKTM 390 Adventure44 PS
  • Most pulling powerKTM 390 Adventure37 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)KTM 390 Adventure278 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedKTM 390 Adventure160 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceKTM 390 Adventure200 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

KTM 390 Adventure44 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS

Torque

KTM 390 Adventure37 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm

Power to weight

KTM 390 Adventure278 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t

Engine size

KTM 390 Adventure373 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

KTM 390 Adventure28 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l

On a full tank

KTM 390 Adventure406 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Top speed

KTM 390 Adventure160 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h

Weight

KTM 390 Adventure158 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

KTM 390 Adventure855 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

KTM 390 Adventure200 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsKTM 390 AdventureHero Splendor PlusTVS Apache RTR 160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKTM · AustriaHero · IndiaTVS · India
Type of bikeAdventureEverydayStreet
Fuel average~28 km/l~65 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank14.5 L9.8 L12 L
On a full tank~406 km~637 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size373 cc97.2 cc160 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingLiquid (radiator)AirAir
Power44 PS @ 9,000 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight278 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne
Top speed160 km/h87 km/h114 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed4-speed5-speed
StartingSelf startSelf and kickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight158 kg (dry)112 kg (with fluids)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height855 mm785 mm790 mm
Ground clearance200 mm165 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,430 mm1,236 mm1,300 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 320 / Disc 230Drum / DrumDisc 270 / Disc 200
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersNo (linked brakes)Front wheel
Tyres (front / back)100/90-19 / 130/80-172.75-18 / 2.75-1890/90-17 / 110/80-17

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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  • KTM 390 Adventure—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, KTM 390 Adventure or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 28 km/l for KTM 390 Adventure, in normal riding.

Which is more powerful, KTM 390 Adventure or Hero Splendor Plus?

KTM 390 Adventure makes 44 PS @ 9,000 rpm; Hero Splendor Plus makes 8 PS @ 8,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, KTM 390 Adventure or Hero Splendor Plus?

Hero Splendor Plus weighs about 112 kg and KTM 390 Adventure about 158 kg, so Hero Splendor Plus is easier to push and park.

KTM 390 Adventure or Hero Splendor Plus: which should I buy?

Buy KTM 390 Adventure if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy Hero Splendor Plus if best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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