Text/photo: OA Isdahl

They are finally here, Geir Arnestad has received the long-awaited KTM 390 models
Adventure R, Enduro R and the motard edition SMC R. The new generation with completely new driving characteristics, a heftier power register and bolder design is now ready in the store and you can just go for a test drive,

If you want to get your hands on one, you should probably make the trip fairly quickly because there will be a lot of demand for these. In the picture above you can see Enduro R, which can only be described as a huge success in this class. I’ve ridden them all to get a taste and will soon publish a first impression in Bike.no.

Adventure R and Enduro R have fairly similar performance figures but differ in design and technical dimensions in a number of areas that are of course adapted to the segment and area of use. These bikes are definitely a success and a blast to ride, the performance is absolutely fantastic and will challenge much larger models, guaranteed.

The SMC R motorcycle is sassy and great to drive, and if you love turns and play, this is for you.

All the models are extremely competitive in terms of price and are in the NOK 70-80,000 range, so you get a lot of fun for your money. Adventure X will arrive a little later. The arrival of this new model range manifests in a way that KTM is by no means dead and that, fortunately, they still have a LOT of innovative power and not least the will to stay ahead.

First impressions – most things have been made much better and everything is very good, the handling is great and all the models are nothing short of addictive. This is going to create shockwaves in this segment, and many cohabitants or spouses should expect a lot of alone time heading into the fall. Because the owners of these bikes will be doing their thing =0)

Head over to AMD, now Norway’s largest KTM, where they are ready for you and your rides.