KTM RC 390 Vs BMW K 1600 GTL comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 2.61 Lakh

₹ 28.3 Lakh

Overview

KTM RC 390 Vs BMW K 1600 GTL Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the RC 390 Vs K 1600 GTL on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2021. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

RC 390 Vs K 1600 GTL – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW K 1600 GTL in New Delhi starts at ₹ 28.3 Lakh. On the other hand, KTM RC 390 price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 2.61 Lakh.

Summary	KTM RC 390	BMW K 1600 GTL
Price	₹ 2.61 Lakh	₹ 28.3 Lakh
Manufacturer	KTM	BMW
Body Type	Sports	Sports
Mileage	35.00 Kmpl	15.00 Kmpl
Power	44.00 bhp	158.00 bhp
Engine	373.2 CC	1649.0 CC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

RC 390 Vs K 1600 GTL – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW K 1600 GTL base engine returns 15 Kmpl. The KTM RC 390 base returns 35 Kmpl.

RC 390 Vs K 1600 GTL – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW K 1600 GTL gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM RC 390 comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine

Engine CC	373.2 cc	1649.0 cc
No Of Cylinder	1	6
Max Power	44 bhp @ 9000 rpm	158 bhp @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque	36 Nm @ 7000 rpm	175 Nm @ 5250 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection System	Electronic Intake Pipe Injection
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Oil/water-Cooled
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Self Start
Emission	BS VI	N/A

Fuel Consumption

Fuel Tank Capacity	10.0 L	26.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	1.5 L	4.0 L
Mileage	35.00 Kmpl	15.00 Kmpl
Overall Riding Range	N/A	N/A

Dimension and Weight

Kerb Weight	147 kg	350 kg
Length	1978 mm	2489 mm
Width	688 mm	1000 mm
Height	1098 mm	1475 mm
Wheelbase	1340 mm	1618 mm
Ground Clearance	178 mm	146 mm
Seat Height	820 mm	750 mm

Transmission

No. Of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Clutch	PASC™ Antihopping Clutch, Mechanically Operated	Multiple-disc Clutch In Oil Bath

Chassis and Suspension

Chassis Type	Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated	Bridge-type Frame, Cast Aluminium, Load-bearing Engine
Front Suspension	WP Upside-down 43 Mm	BMW Motorrad Duolever; Central Spring Strut
Rear Suspension	WP Monoshock	BMW Motorrad Paralever

Braking

Front Brake Type	Disc	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size	320 mm	320 mm
Rear Disc/Drum Size	230 mm	320 mm

Wheel and Tyres

Wheel Size	17 inches	17 inches
Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Cast Aluminium Wheels
Front Tyre	110/70 X 17	120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre	150/60 X 17	190/55 ZR 17

Electricals

Battery	12V/8Ah	12 V / 19 Ah, Maintenance Free
Headlight	Projector Headlamps	Xenon
Tail Light	LED Tail Lamp	LED

Standard Features

Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue
Gear Indicator
Fuel Warning Indicator
Fuel Gauge
Low Oil Indicator
Low Battery Indicator
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grabrail
Engine Kill Switch
Clock
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter Count
Pass Light
17 Inch Orange Wheels		-
9MB ABS Brakes		-
ABS		-
Brand New Twin Headlight		-
Instrument Has Everything That Distinguishes A Genuine KTM		-
Integrated Blinkers As A Special Feature The RC		-
Pillion Ride Seat		-
Telescopic Fork		-
Telescopic Fork Suspension		-
Thin Tail Fitting Perfectly Into The Pure Racing Look		-
ABS and Traction Control	-
Dual-Dial Instrumentation with Multi-Function LCD	-
Kawasaki’s First Tuned Exhaust Note	-
LED Headlamp	-

Additonal Features

100% Digital LCD Display		-
A Brand New Steel Fuel Tank With 9.5L Capacity		-
Bosch Dual channel (with supermoto)		-
Ergonomics Provides Plenty Of Space & Freedom Of Movement		-
Handlebars & Switches Contributes To A Sporty & Aggressive Riding Position		-
Silencer Is Positioned Close To The Bike'S Overall Centre Of Gravity		-
Triple Clamps Are Eye-Catchers & Together With The Clip On Handlebars		-
Horizontal Back-Link Rear Suspension	-

Key Features

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