KTM RC 390 R vs Honda NS 400 R (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM RC 390 Rstacks up against the Honda NS 400 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM RC 390 RHonda NS 400 R
Model year20191987
Price
Engine373 cc387 cc
Horsepower43 hp72 hp
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 4piston radial fixed caliperDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. single-piston floating caliperSingle disc
Tires95/75-R17 / 115/75-R17 100/90-16 / 110/90-17

KTM RC 390 R vs Honda NS 400 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM RC 390 R and the Honda NS 400 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM RC 390 R brings 43 hp, while the Honda NS 400 R counters with 72 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: