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KTM 390 SMC R

The KTM 390 SMC R is a 398.7 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeDekho and BikeWale list 44 PS maximum power and 39 Nm maximum torque. It has a 9 L fuel tank and a 154 kg kerb weight.

Engine
398.7 cc
Max power
44 PS
Max torque
39 Nm
Fuel tank
9 L
Kerb weight
154 kg

About the KTM 390 SMC R

Overview

The KTM 390 SMC R is a motorcycle from KTM. It is currently on sale. With a 398.7 cc engine it sits in the 250–450 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 398.7 cc liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 44 PS and 39 Nm of torque. Its bore is wider than its stroke (89 mm x 64 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 286 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is genuinely fast, well beyond everyday traffic speeds. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox. Its slipper clutch lightens the lever and stops the rear wheel hopping when you downshift hard.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

Its frame is steel trellis frame, powder coated. Suspension is by WP APEX 43, 230 mm travel forks at the front and WP APEX split piston, 230 mm travel rear suspension at the rear. Braking is by a 320 mm disc at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 860 mm off the ground, which is on the tall side, so shorter riders may want to try it first. It weighs 154 kg ready to ride. Ground clearance is 270 mm — plenty for broken roads and tall speed breakers. The wheelbase is 1,453 mm. It carries 9 L of fuel.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes a digital instrument console.

Owning one

For the KTM 390 SMC R, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹2,199 doorstep service.

Who it suits

Its tall seat suits taller riders best. With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.

KTM 390 SMC R specifications

These figures are listed by independent publications; where they overlap, they agree. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
398.7 cc
Configuration
1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Fuel system
Fuel Injection
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum power
44 PS
Maximum torque
39 Nm
Transmission
6 Speed Manual
Gears
6-speed
Clutch
PASC slipper clutch, mechanically operated
Bore x stroke
89 mm x 64 mm
Compression ratio
12.6

Dimensions & capacity

Wheelbase
1453 mm
Ground clearance
270 mm
Seat height
860 mm
Kerb weight
154 kg
Fuel tank
9 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc, 320 mm
Rear brake
Disc, 240 mm
Braking system
Dual Channel
Front suspension
WP APEX 43, 230 mm Travel
Rear suspension
WP APEX Split Piston, 230 mm Travel
Wheels
Spoke
Tyre type
Tubeless

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Steel trellis frame, powder coated

Electricals

Instrument console
Digital

Sources: BikeDekho, BikeWale

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Owning the KTM 390 SMC R

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹2,199

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the KTM 390 SMC R

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc, 320 mm and Disc, 240 mm brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar KTM bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationKTM 390 SMC RKTM 390 AdventureKTM 390 Adventure XKTM 390 Enduro R
Engine398.7 cc398.7 cc398.7 cc398.7 cc
Max power44 PS41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max torque39 Nm33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm39 Nm @ 6500 rpm39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Claimed mileage—29.5-32.7 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)——
Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight154 kg181 kg181 kg177 kg
Fuel tank9 L14.5 L14.5 L9 L
Front brakeDisc, 320 mmDisc, 320 mmDisc, 320 mmDisc, 285 mm
Rear brakeDisc, 240 mmDisc, 240 mmDisc, 240 mmDisc, 240 mm

KTM 390 SMC R specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Assist and slipper clutch
The assist part makes the clutch lever lighter. The slipper part eases the rear wheel's tendency to hop when you shift down hard.
Trellis frame
A frame built from tubes arranged in triangles, which gives strength without much weight.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The KTM 390 SMC R has a 398.7 cc engine, described as 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine.

The KTM 390 SMC R is rated at 44 PS maximum power and 39 Nm maximum torque.

The KTM 390 SMC R has Disc, 320 mm at the front and Disc, 240 mm at the rear, with Dual Channel.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc, 320 mm and Disc, 240 mm brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

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