Bike comparison

KTM 390 Adventure vs Suzuki GSX-8S

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

free, no sign-up
KTM 390 Adventure

KTM 390 Adventure2020–2024

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 373 cc
  • 44 PS
  • ~28 km/l
  • 158 kg
Suzuki GSX-8S

Suzuki GSX-8S

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 776 cc
  • 83 PS
  • 202 kg

Quickshifter as standard

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Suzuki GSX-8S5
  2. KTM 390 Adventure2
  • Most powerSuzuki GSX-8S83 PS
  • Most pulling powerSuzuki GSX-8S78 Nm
  • Quickest (power to weight)Suzuki GSX-8S411 PS/t
  • LightestKTM 390 Adventure158 kg
  • Highest top speedSuzuki GSX-8S210 km/h
  • Lowest seatSuzuki GSX-8S810 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
Suzuki GSX-8S83 PS

Torque

KTM 390 Adventure37 Nm
Suzuki GSX-8S78 Nm

Power to weight

KTM 390 Adventure278 PS/t
Suzuki GSX-8S411 PS/t

Engine size

KTM 390 Adventure373 cc
Suzuki GSX-8S776 cc

Top speed

KTM 390 Adventure160 km/h
Suzuki GSX-8S210 km/h

Weight

KTM 390 Adventure158 kg
Suzuki GSX-8S202 kg

Seat height

KTM 390 Adventure855 mm
Suzuki GSX-8S810 mm

Ground clearance

KTM 390 Adventure200 mm
Suzuki GSX-8S145 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsKTM 390 AdventureSuzuki GSX-8S
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandKTM · AustriaSuzuki · Japan
Type of bikeAdventureStreet
Fuel average~28 km/l—
Petrol tank14.5 L14 L
On a full tank~406 km—
Engine and performance
Engine size373 cc776 cc
Cylinders12
CoolingLiquid (radiator)Liquid (radiator)
Power44 PS @ 9,000 rpm83 PS @ 8,500 rpm
Torque37 Nm @ 7,000 rpm78 Nm @ 6,800 rpm
Power to weight278 PS / tonne411 PS / tonne
Top speed160 km/h210 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed6-speed
StartingSelf startSelf start
Size and weight
Weight158 kg (dry)202 kg (with fluids)
Seat height855 mm810 mm
Ground clearance200 mm145 mm
Wheelbase1,430 mm1,465 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 320 / Disc 230Disc 310 ×2 / Disc 240
ABSBoth wheels, works in cornersBoth wheels
Tyres (front / back)100/90-19 / 130/80-17120/70-17 / 180/55-17

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.

free, no sign-up

What will petrol cost you?

Enter how far you ride and today's petrol price.

  • KTM 390 Adventure—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, KTM 390 Adventure or Suzuki GSX-8S?

Suzuki GSX-8S makes 83 PS @ 8,500 rpm; KTM 390 Adventure makes 44 PS @ 9,000 rpm.

Which is lighter, KTM 390 Adventure or Suzuki GSX-8S?

KTM 390 Adventure weighs about 158 kg and Suzuki GSX-8S about 202 kg, so KTM 390 Adventure is easier to push and park.

KTM 390 Adventure or Suzuki GSX-8S: which should I buy?

Buy KTM 390 Adventure if you care most about lightest, most ground clearance. Buy Suzuki GSX-8S if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

Compare KTM 390 Adventure with

What riders in Pakistan compare most, and a few famous rivalries from around the world.

Every brand

Tap a brand to see its bikes.

Photo credits

Pick a bike

free, no sign-up

Ask us on WhatsApp

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.

Welcome back

Sign in to post ads, save bikes and get alerts. No password needed.

or with your email

  • Free forever
  • No password
  • Every ad checked

By continuing you agree to our terms.

on its way

Check your inbox

Open Gmail

Only the newest email works.

Can't find it? Look in Spam or Promotions.