TVS Apache RR310 vs KTM RC 390

BikeWale brings you comparison of TVS Apache RR310 and KTM RC 390. The ex-showroom price of TVS Apache RR310 is ₹ 2,54,990 and KTM RC 390 is ₹ 2,76,993. TVS Apache RR310 is available in 2 colours and 2 variants and KTM RC 390 is available in 2 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between TVS Apache RR310 and KTM RC 390.

Apache RR310 vs RC 390 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Apache RR310	RC 390
Price	₹ 2,54,990	₹ 2,76,993
Capacity	312.2 cc	373 cc
Power	33.52 bhp @ 9700 rpm	42.9 bhp
Economy	30 kmpl	26 kmpl

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TVS
Apache RR310

Version

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 2,54,990
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RC 390

Version
BS VI

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₹ 2,76,993
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Apache RR310
BS VI [2020]
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RC 390
BS VI
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power	33.52 bhp @ 9,700 rpm	42.9 bhp
Max Torque	27.3 Nm @ 7,700 rpm	35 Nm
Emission Standard	BS-VI	BS-VI
Displacement (cc)	312.2	373
Cylinders	1	1
Bore (mm)	80	89
Stroke (mm)	62.1	60
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	10.9:1	12.6:1
Ignition	Dynamically Controlled Integrated	Digital Ignition
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	1	1
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Transmission	6 Speed Manual	6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 5 Up	1 Down 5 Up
Clutch	Wet multi plate - 7 plate design, RT slipper clutch	PASC antihopping clutch, mechanically operated
Fuel Delivery System	Bosch-Closed loop EFI	Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	11	9.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	1.5
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	330	247
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	30	26
Top Speed (Kmph)	160	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	Dual Channel ABS	Switchable ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	320
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	240	230
Calliper Type	--	Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear-Single Piston Floating Calliper
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	17	17
Front Tyre Size	110/70-ZR17 M/C 54W Tubeless	110/70 x 17
Rear Tyre Size	150/60-ZR17 M/C 66W Tubeless	150/60 x 17
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	Yes	Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	32	29
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	32	29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	29
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	30
Front Suspension	Inverted Cartrideges Telescopic Fork	WP APEX 43
Rear Suspension	Two Arm Aluminium Die-cast Swingarm	WP APEX - Monoshock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	174	--
Overall Length (mm)	2,001	--
Overall Width (mm)	786	--
Overall Height (mm)	1,135	--
Wheelbase (mm)	1,365	1,340
Ground Clearance (mm)	180	178.5
Seat Height (mm)	810	820
Chassis Type	Trellis Frame, Split Chassis	Steel trellis frame, powder coated

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year) (Year)	2	2
Standard Warranty (Kilometers)	30,000	--

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	Yes	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	Yes	No
GPS & Navigation	Yes	No
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	No	No
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Stand Alarm	Yes	Yes
Stepped Seat	Yes	Yes
No. of Tripmeters	2	2
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator	Yes	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	Yes	Yes
Killswitch	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Electric System	12V DC	12V DC
Battery	12V 8AH	12V/8Ah
Headlight Type	LED Headlamp	Projector head lamp
Headlight Bulb Type	Bi-Led projector, 30W @ 13V	--
Brake/Tail Light	LED 4W	LED Tail Lamp
Turn Signal	Yes	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	ETC(Electronic throttle control), ETG (Electronic throttle grip) , ETB(Electronic throttle body), ECU (Electronic controle unit), GTT+(Glide through technology plus), Control Cubes ,Rain Mode, Sport Mode, Urban Mode, Track Mode	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Known for its punchy 310cc engine
- Has great handling capabilities
- It is decently comfortable for a faired motorcycle
- Best in segment performance
- Brakes are excellent
- Very good handling
Could be better
- Front brake lacks great feedback
- Small heel plates
- Hard and uncomfortable seat
- Commited riding stance
- Heating issue in traffic

Reviews


Overall rating	4.7(859 ratings) 252 reviews	4.8(936 ratings) 259 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	4	4
Performance	4	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	4	4
Maintenance cost	3	3
Extra Features	4	4

Reviews

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My Review on RR 310

I think it's the best looking bike in 300cc category and also gives good mileage amon

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RC 390 Problems

Not easily washable. Heating issues and pain in hands while riding. Chain needs to be

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More from experts on Apache RR310 & RC 390

TVS Apache RR310 Built To Order (BTO) Owner Review: To buy or not to buy

06 September 2021

Vikrant Singh

Not only does it make the motorcycle right for your weight and riding style, it also makes a race track or a section of your favourite road feel nicer than it ever has. But there’s a caveat - you better know how to make that suspension work for you.

2021 TVS Apache RR 310: First Ride Review

02 September 2021

Neil Nair

For 2021, TVS has kept its focus on improving the performance of the Apache RR 310 and aims to take on the updated KTM RC 390 that is due this month. So, what are these changes? And how have they made a difference to how the RR 310 performs on the track? Let’s find out.

2020 TVS Apache RR 310: Road Test Review

01 July 2020

Neil Nair

We had a chance to ride it on the track a few months ago, but now it was time to find out what’s good, bad, and ugly about the 2020 Apache RR 310 in real-world conditions.