This drag race between the new RE Himalayan 452 and KTM Adventure 390 is quite intense. One could argue that both these motorcycles are primarily used for off-roading scenarios. However, most people would use it on the highways in most cases. Hence, a highway performance comparison is essential. The Himalayan 452 recently received a massive update with a new engine and components to make it more nimble and manoeuvrable during off-roading. Moreover, it also offers better highway performance. On the other hand, the KTM Adventure 390 has always been a mighty impressive motorcycle on the highway, as well as off-tarmac. Let us take a look at the details of this drag race.
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New RE Himalayan 452 vs KTM Adventure 390 Drag Race
This video comes from Solo Traveler on YouTube. The YouTuber has the two bikes for this race. In the first round, as both riders accelerate, the two bikes stay neck-to-neck. It was only after a while that the KTM started to take a slight lead. In some time, the KTM races ahead. Still, the difference was not too huge. In fact, by the end, the Himalayan almost caught up with the Adventure. For the second, the duo decides to swap riders to ensure consistency of results and take into consideration the riding mannerisms. This time around, the KTM took the lead from the beginning. However, toward the end, the Himalayan almost caught up again. Therefore, while the Adventure is the overall winner, the Himalayan displayed a commendable performance.
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Specs Comparison
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 comes equipped with a robust 452-cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder DOHC 4V engine, delivering a substantial 40.02 PS of power at 8,000 RPM and 40 Nm of torque at 5,500 RPM. This potent engine is mated to a 6-speed slip & assist gearbox, featuring a wet multi-plate clutch and a 42 mm throttle body with a Ride-by-Wire system. The engine’s bore and stroke dimensions measure 84 mm and 81.5 mm, respectively. The bike is built on a twin-spar tubular steel frame and features a 43 mm USD front fork with 200 mm of wheel travel, complemented by a linkage-type mono-shock at the rear with 200 mm of wheel travel.
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On the other hand, the KTM Adventure 390 comes with a 373.27-cc fuel-injected engine which generates a decent 43 PS and 37 Nm of peak power and torque. This engine pairs with a sporty 6-speed transmission with a slipper clutch. There is a 14.5-litre fuel tank. At the front, the Adventure 390 has a fully adjustable WP APEX suspension, while at the rear, it has a monoshock with pre-load adjustability. Therefore, it has higher power but lower torque than the Himalayan.
| Specs | RE Himalayan 452 | KTM Adventure 390 |
| Engine | 452-cc | 373-cc |
| Power | 40.02 PS | 43 PS |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
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Author’s Note
Numerous YouTubers are currently adopting the prevailing trend of using drag races as a method to assess and compare the performance of different motorcycles. However, it’s essential to recognize that relying exclusively on drag races for these evaluations may not be the wisest approach. The concern arises from the fact that drag races can potentially cause lasting damage to motorcycles, as most bikes are not designed for prolonged high-speed, straight-line racing. Therefore, we strongly discourage attempting drag races with your own motorcycles. In reality, the majority of riders refrain from pushing their bikes to such extreme limits, taking into account safety concerns and the potential risk of causing harm to themselves and their vehicles.
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