Side-by-Side Comparison

Hero Xpulse 421 vs KTM 890 Adventure R

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Denmark.

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Key Specifications

Hero Xpulse 421SpecKTM 890 Adventure R

kr98,000Pricekr195,000

411Engine (cc)889

6771Power (hp)141

40Torque (Nm)100

30.0Mileage (km/l)22.0

181Weight (kg)215

15Fuel Tank (L)20

8.5Rating9.2

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KTM 890 Adventure R

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Basic Information

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHCEngine Type2-cylinder, 4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet multi-plateClutch TypePASC (TM) Anti-hopping clutch, mechanically operated

ChainDrive TypeChain Drive

HeroBrandKTM

Xpulse 421Model890 Adventure R

Hero Xpulse 421Bike NameKTM 890 Adventure R

2023Model Year2024

AdventureCategory/TypeAdventure / Off-road

IndiaCountry of OriginAustria

IndiaAssembly LocationAustria

Expected launch mid to late 2025StatusAvailable

Black, Red, GreenColors AvailableOrange / White / Blue

Split seatSeat TypeSingle-piece rally seat

Raised handlebarsHandle TypeAluminum, tapered

Tubular Diamond FrameFrame TypeChromium-Molybdenum-Steel frame using the engine as stressed element, powder coated

Dual swingarmSwingarm TypeOpen-lattice, die-cast swingarm

—Battery TypeLead-acid

Engine & Performance

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

411Displacement (cc)889

24.5 bhp @ 6500 rpmMaximum Power105 hp (77 kW) @ 8,000 rpm

32 Nm @ 5000 rpmMaximum Torque100 Nm @ 6,500 rpm

1Number of Cylinders2

SOHCValve ConfigurationDOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder4

86 mmBore90.7 mm

70 mmStroke68.8 mm

86 x 70 mmBore x Stroke90.7 mm x 68.8 mm

11.0:1Compression Ratio13.5:1

Air-cooled with oil coolerCooling SystemLiquid cooled with water/oil heat exchanger

Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemBosch EMS with RBW

DigitalIgnition SystemBosch EMS with Ride-by-Wire

Single-cylinder, liquid-cooledEngine LayoutParallel twin

SAE 20W40Engine Oil GradeMotorex Power Synth SAE 10W-50

Electric & Kick StartStarting SystemElectric starter

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

BS6Emission StandardEuro 5 / BS6-2.0

YesPower Mode IndicatorYes

—Peak Power105

—Valve Adjustment Interval15000

—Power-to-Weight Ratio0.54 hp/kg (dry)

Fuel & Mileage

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

16 litersFuel Tank Capacity20 Liters

37 km/lAverage Mileage4.5 l/100km (approx. 22.2 kmpl)

35 km/lMileage City22

40 km/lMileage Highway28

YesRange IndicatorYes

YesLow Fuel WarningYes

—Engine Oil Capacity3.5

—Load Capacity180

—Battery Capacity1212.0

—Range~500 km

Performance & Speed

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

130 km/hTop Speed210 kmph

Switchable traction controlTraction ControlMTC (Motorcycle Traction Control), Lean-angle sensitive

—Acceleration (0-60)~2.2 sec

—Acceleration (0-100)~4.0 sec

—Quick ShifterOptional (Quickshifter+)

—Launch ControlYes (Software-enabled)

Transmission & Drive

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

5Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

ChainPrimary DriveGear

ChainFinal DriveChain 520 X-Ring

ChainDrive Chain/Belt Type520 X-Ring Chain

—Gear Ratios6-speed

—Chain/Belt Life20000

Dimensions & Weight

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

2130 mmOverall Length—

870 mmOverall Width—

1420 mmOverall Height—

1450 mmWheelbase1528 mm

220 mmGround Clearance263 mm

823 mmSeat Height880 mm

181 kgKerb Weight215 kg

—Gross Weight450 kg

—Battery Weight~3.5 kg

Brakes & Safety

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

DiscFront Brake TypeTwin disc, radially mounted 4-piston caliper

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc, 2-piston floating caliper

276 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

220 mmRear Brake Size260 mm

Single-channel ABSABS TypeBosch 9.3 MP (Cornering-ABS and Offroad mode)

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

—Brake Pad Life20000

—Braking Distance~38 m (100-0 km/h)

—Anti-Theft SystemNo

Suspension & Handling

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

Telescopic forksFront Suspension TypeWP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm

Mono-shockRear Suspension TypeWP Xplor PDS shock absorber

190 mmFront Suspension Travel240 mm

180 mmRear Suspension Travel240 mm

Yes (Suspension preload)Adjustable ControlsHandlebars, Suspension (Preload, Compression, Rebound)

Wheels & Tires

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

90/90-21Front Tyre Size90/90-21

120/80-18Rear Tyre Size150/70-18

21Front Wheel Size21

18Rear Wheel Size18

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

TubelessTyre BrandMitas Enduro Trail

SpokeWheel TypeSpoke wheels

Spoked wheels with aluminum rimsWheel MaterialAluminum rims

—Tyre Life18000

Electrical & Battery

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

NoFast Charging—

YesUSB ChargingYes

—Battery Voltage12.0

—Battery Rating12V, 12Ah

—Battery Life23

—Battery Warranty1 year (aftermarket)

—Battery RemovableYes

—Battery Replacement Cost6000

—Battery Health CheckNo

—Battery Life IndicatorNo

—Charging PortUSB for devices

Lighting & Display

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

YesError Code DisplayYes

Full LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

Yes (LED)DRLYes

Color TFT digitalDisplay Type5-inch TFT Color Display

TFT digitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer TypeDigital

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeDigital

Color TFT digital displayClockDigital

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorYes

—Hazard LightYes

Technology & Features

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

YesTrip MeterDigital (Dual)

YesMobile ConnectivityBluetooth (KTMconnect)

Yes (Smartphone connectivity)Bluetooth FeaturesNavigation, Calls, Music

Via smartphone appNavigationTurn-by-turn+ navigation

Multiple riding modesRiding ModesStreet, Offroad, Rain, Rally

—Parking ModeCenter & Side Stand

Comfort & Ergonomics

Hero Xpulse 421AttributeKTM 890 Adventure R

Tall windscreenWind ProtectionTall windscreen

YesPillion SeatYes

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesPillion Grab RailsYes

Rider and pillion footpegsFootpeg PositionAdjustable

Small compartmentsStorage CompartmentsNo

—Under Seat StorageNo

Hero Xpulse 421 vs KTM 890 Adventure R: Which one should you buy in Denmark?

The Hero Xpulse 421 and KTM 890 Adventure R are two popular motorcycles in Denmark. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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