Honda CL500 Scrambler vs KTM 390 Adventure X

Choosing between the Honda CL500 Scrambler vs KTM 390 Adventure X? BikeJunction is here to help! The CL500 Scrambler starts at ₹ 6 Lakh, while the 390 Adventure X is priced at ₹ 3.43 Lakh (ex-showroom). You can easily compare all the required parameters for your new two-wheeler. These two-wheelers have powerful motors with good performance. Among them, the CL500 Scrambler offers 43.3 Nm torque. The 390 Adventure X gives 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm torque. Apart from all this, you can pick from 390 Adventure X colour options for the 2. you will get a more extensive comparison of Honda CL500 Scrambler and KTM 390 Adventure X, which will definitely clear your confusion between these two-wheelers.

Honda CL500 Scrambler vs KTM 390 Adventure X Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	CL500 Scrambler	390 Adventure X
Price	₹ 6 Lakh	₹ 3.43 Lakh
Displacement	471 CC	398.63 CC
Power	45.56 bhp @	46 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage	26.5 KMPL	30 KMPL

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Engine

Max Power Highest power the engine/motor can produce.	45.56 bhp @	46 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque The highest twisting force the engine generates, which affects acceleration and pulling power.	43.3 Nm	39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Battery Type	N/A	Maintenance Free
Compression Ratio Compression ratio is how much the engine squeezes air-fuel before ignition. Higher ratios mean more power; lower ratios improve durability.	10.7:1	12.71:1
Emission Type Pollution level compliance of the engine.	N/A	BS6 Phase 2
Engine Type Design and working of the two-wheeler's engine.	Liquid-cooled DOHC 4-stroke 4-valve two-cylinder	N/A
Displacement Engine cylinder capacity measured in cc.	471	398.63
Bore Bore is the diameter of a bike’s engine cylinder. A larger bore allows more fuel-air mix, increasing power and speed.	67 mm	89 mm
No Of Cylinders	2	1
Stroke Stroke is the piston’s movement inside the engine cylinder. Longer strokes give more torque, shorter strokes give more speed and higher RPM.	66.8 mm	64 mm
Valve Per Cylinder Number of valves in each engine cylinder.	2	4
Min Charge	N/A	N/A
Max Charge	N/A	N/A

Tyres & Wheels

Tyre Size	Front :-110/80R19 Rear :-150/70R17	Front: 100/90 x 19 Rear: 130/80x17
Wheel Size	Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm	Front : 19 inch, Rear : 17 inch
Tubeless Tyre A tyre without an inner tube, reducing puncture risks and maintaining air longer.	Tubeless	Tubeless
Wheelbase The distance from the center of the front wheel to the center of the rear wheel, affecting stability, handling, and riding comfort.	1484 mm	1470 mm

Brakes

Abs (Anti-locking Braking System) Prevents wheel locking during hard braking, improving control and safety.	Dual Channel	Yes
Front Brake Diameter	310 mm	320 mm

Fuel

Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	N/A
Fuel Type	N/A	Petrol
Fuel Capacity	12 L	14.5 L

Body

Body Type The overall design and shape of the bike (e.g., cruiser, sports, scooter).	Cruiser Bikes, Cafe Racer Bikes	N/A
Frame The main structure holding the bike together.	Steel Diamond	Split-Trellis Frame
Ground Clearance Distance between the bike’s lowest part and the ground.	155 mm	228 mm
Height	1137 mm	825 mm
Kerb Weight Bike’s weight with fuel and fluids.	191 Kg	181 Kg
Length	2153 mm	N/A
Passenger Backrest A support accessory for the passenger’s back.	N/A	N/A
Passenger Footrest A component which support foots of the passenger.	N/A	Yes
Saddle Height Distance from the ground to the seat.	790 mm	N/A
Width	839 mm	N/A

Electrical Accessories

Mobile Connectivity

A feature to connect your phone to the two-wheeler's system.

N/A

Yes

Switches & Controls

Riding Modes Different settings (e.g., Sport, Eco, Rain) that adjust performance and power delivery.	N/A	Off-Road and Street
Starting The method to start the bike (e.g., electric start, kick start, or both).	Self Start Only	Self Start
Engine Kill Switch A button to instantly turn off the engine for safety and convenience.	N/A	Yes
Traction Control A system that prevents wheel slip by adjusting power during acceleration on slippery surfaces.	N/A	N/A

Meter

Fuel Gauge Indicates the current fuel level in the tank.	N/A	Digital
Instrument Console The main dashboard displaying speed, fuel, engine stats, and warnings.	Digital	TFT
Odometer Measures and records the total distance the bike has traveled since new.	N/A	Digital
Low Oil Indicator Alerts when engine oil is low, preventing damage and ensuring smooth performance.	N/A	Yes

Clutch & Gear

Clutch A device that connects and disconnects the engine from the wheels for smooth gear shifts.	Wet multiplate, Assisted slipper clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Transmission The entire system that transfers engine power to the wheels (includes clutch and gearbox).	N/A	Manual

Lights

Drls

N/A

Yes

Battery

Battery Capacity

Total energy the battery can store.

N/A

12 V, 8 AH

Shockers

Suspension Front	Telescopic 41mm Upright forks, 150mm travel	WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, 200mm travel
Suspension Rear	Twin shock with 45mm round pipe swingarm, 5-step pre-load adjustment	WP APEX Monoshock, 205mm wheel travel Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)

Seat

Seat Type

The design of the seat that affects comfort and seating position.

Single

N/A

Others

Navigation A feature that provides turn-by-turn directions on the two-wheeler display or connected device.	N/A	Yes
Cruise Control A feature in which rider can set a steady speed without using the throttle.	N/A	N/A