Sports bikes, naked sports bikes, daily commuting bikes, classic bikes, dual sport bikes, adventure touring bikes, dual sport bikes and cruisers are the major types of motorbikes. Nepal has seen them all. Out of all the daily commuters, they are the most seen with the affordability and features.
The motorcycle community in Nepal has also increased in recent years with the introduction of new options from most major brands. Sports bikes and naked sports bikes are still the fan favourites, however, there are a few other categories like adventure touring bikes, cruisers and dual sport bikes gaining popularity in Nepal. Adventure touring bikes have come into the limelight as people have started to explore the depths of various landscapes and enjoy the joy of riding.
There are options in all engine segments in the adventure touring bikes in Nepal with the majority of the popular ones lying around the 400cc categories.
So here we have brought a list of 6 best adventure touring bikes in Nepal under 400cc engine displacement.
List of adventure touring bikes under 400cc in Nepal
| S.N. | Models | Price |
| 1. | KTM Adventure 250 | Rs 709,900 |
| 2. | Benelli TRK 251 | Rs 765,000 |
| 3. | Yezdi Adventure | Rs 996,000 (Slick Silver) Rs 998,000 (White Out | Mambo Black) |
| 4. | Zontes ZT 350T | Rs 1,099,990 |
| 5. | BMW G310 GS | Rs 1,475,000 |
| 6. | Honda CRF 300L Rally | Rs 2,350,000 |
1. KTM Adventure 250
First on the list of the best adventure touring bikes under 400cc engine displacement is the KTM Adventure 250. KTM has a wide range of bikes in Nepal, including the naked sports bikes, including the KTM Duke 200 and the recently launched 2024 KTM Duke 250 and 2024 Duke 390, and the faired sports bikes, including a KTM RC 200 and the adventure tourer Adventure 250. The 250 shares the same engine as the older KTM Duke 250.
| Weight (without fuel) | 159 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1430 mm |
| Tank capacity | 14.5 litres |
| Seat height | 855 mm |
| Ground clearance | 200 mm |
| Engine displacement | 248.8 cc |
| Engine type | 1-cylinder, 4-stroke engine, Liquid Cooled, Bosch EFI, DOHC |
| Maximum power | 30 Ps |
| Maximum torque | 24 Nm |
| Bore x Stroke | 72 mm x 61.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.5 |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Frame | Steel trellis frame |
| Suspension | Front: WP APEX 43 Rear: WP APEX – Monoshock |
| Brakes | Front: Four-piston radial fixed calliper, 320 mm Rear: Single-piston floating calliper, 230 mm |
| Tyres | Front: 100/90-R19 Rear: 130/80-R17 |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium wheels |
| Colours | Blue | Orange |
| Price | Rs 709,900 |
The KTM 250 Adventure carries the classic KTM adventure styling which can be seen in the higher displacement touring bikes. It features a bold headlight and a lightweight chassis built for adventure. The headlight, however, features a somewhat outdated halogen bulb. Weighing 159 kg without fuel, a wheelbase of 1430 mm and a ground clearance of 200 mm it is suitable for various terrains. The bike features a 14.5-litre fuel tank and a seat height of 855 mm. Its engine is a 248.8 cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, and uses Bosch EFI with DOHC, delivering a maximum power of 30 Ps and a torque of 24 Nm.
It has a 6-speed transmission and is built on a steel trellis frame. For suspension, it uses WP APEX 43 at the front and WP APEX Monoshock at the rear. The braking system includes a 320 mm front brake with a four-piston radial fixed calliper and a 230 mm rear brake with a single-piston floating calliper. The tyres are 100/90-R19 at the front and 130/80-R17 at the rear, fitted on cast aluminium wheels. The touring bike is available in two colour options Blue and Orange and costs Rs 709,990 in Nepal.
2. Benelli TRK 251
Next on the list is the Italian-origin motorcycle company Benelli with the Benelli TRK 251. Benelli is very popular in the naked sports bike category with the Benelli 302s. Also, Benelli offers lower-segment daily drivers like the Benelli 180s and the Benelli TNT 150i. Other than that Benelli’s flagship Benelli 752s is also available in Nepal. The adventure series from Benelli includes the Benelli TRK 251 and the TRK 502.
| Dimensions | Length: 2070 mm Width: 1300 mm |
| Weight | 164 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1390 mm |
| Tank capacity | 18 litres |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm |
| Engine displacement | 249 cc |
| Engine type | 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve |
| Maximum power | 19 Kw @ 9250 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 21.1Nm @ 8000rpm |
| Bore x Stroke | ø72 mm × 61.2 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12:1 |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Frame | Steel trellis frame |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks, 135mm Rear: Telescopic coil spring oil damped, 51mm |
| Brakes | Front: Disc, diameter 240 mm Rear: Disc, diameter 280 mm |
| Tyres | Front: 110/70R17 Rear: 150/60R17 |
| Colours | Black | White |
| Price | Rs 765,000 |
The Benelli TRK 251 offers the same adventure touring style with a pointed design front. It has a weight of 164 kg and a wheelbase of 1390 mm. It has an 18-litre fuel tank a seat height of 800 mm with a ground clearance of 170 mm. The engine is a 249 cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve type, producing a maximum power of 19 kW at 9250 rpm and a torque of 21.1 Nm at 8000 rpm. The bore and stroke are ø72 mm × 61.2 mm, with a compression ratio of 12:1.
The bike features a 6-speed transmission and is built on a steel trellis frame. The front suspension includes telescopic forks with 135 mm travel, and the rear has a telescopic coil spring oil-damped with 51 mm travel. It has disc brakes with a diameter of 240 mm at the front and 280 mm at the rear. The tyres are 110/70R17 at the front and 150/60R17 at the rear. The touring bike is available in Black and White colour options and costs Rs 765,000 in Nepal.
3. Yezdi Adventure
Yezdi motorcycles began its journey as the Czech brand Jawa which arrived in India in the 1960s and quickly gained a reputation for its strong and durable bikes. In the 1990s, Yezdi had to shut down due to stricter regulations. Yezdi made a comeback in 2023 with revamped models that blend classic charm with modern features. Yezdi launched three models with its comeback; the Yezdi Scrambler, the Yezdi Roadster and the Yezdi Adventure. Each model defines its purpose with its name. The Yezdi Adventure has got its spot on the list of the best adventure touring bikes under 400cc.
| Weight | 188 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1465 mm |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm |
| Seat height | 815 mm |
| Fuel tank | 15.5 litres |
| Engine capacity | 334 cc |
| Engine displacement | Single cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC |
| Maximum power | 30.30 BHP |
| Maximum displacement | 29.90 Nm |
| Compression ratio | 11:1 |
| Bore x Stroke | 81 X 65 mm |
| Gearbox | Constant mesh, 6 speed |
| Frame | Double Cradle |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic Fork & Coil spring Rear: Mono shock absorbers with coil spring and linkage mechanism |
| Brakes | Front: Disc with Floating Caliper and ABS, 320 mm Rear: Disc with Floating Caliper and ABS, 240 mm |
| Tyres | Front: 90/90 – 21″ Rear: 130/80 – 17″ |
| Colours | Slick Silver | Whiteout | Mambo Black |
| Price | Rs 996,000 (Slick Silver) Rs 998,000 (White Out | Mambo Black) |
The Yezdi Adventure depicts the classic adventure touring bike style which is designed to tackle various terrains, weighs 188 kg and has a wheelbase of 1465 mm. The touring bike has a ground clearance of 220 mm and a seat height of 815 mm for stability and comfort. Its fuel tank, with a capacity of 15.5 litres, enables long rides without frequent refuelling. The Yezdi Adventure is powered by a 334 cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine, delivering a maximum power of 30.30 BHP and a torque of 29.90 Nm, with a compression ratio of 11:1.
It is paired with a constant mesh, 6-speed gearbox for smooth and efficient power delivery. The touring bike features a double cradle frame for durability and stability. Its suspension system uses a telescopic fork and coil spring at the front and mono-shock absorbers with a coil spring and linkage mechanism at the rear. It is equipped with disc brakes with ABS on both the front (320 mm) and rear (240 mm) wheels for reliable stopping power. The front and rear tyre sizes of 90/90 – 21″ and 130/80 – 17″ respectively help get a good grip on the road.
The Yezdi Adventure is available in three colour options; Slick Silver which costs Rs 996,000, White Out and Mambo Black which costs Rs 998,000.
4. Zontes ZT 350T
The Chinese motorcycle brand, Zontes has got quite a lineup in the adventure touring bikes segment. Zontes started their journey in Nepal with the Zontes ZT 155-U1 which gained quite some attention for its looks and safety. Zontes has brought other adventure touring bike options after that like the Zontes ZT 125-U1, Zontes ZT 150-U1 and the Zontes ZT 310T. The 310T and the 350T share most of the features but differ in engine capacity and a few features.
| Dimensions | Length: 2135 mm Width: 1420 mm Height: 850 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm |
| Dry weight | 172 kg |
| Ground clearance | 181 mm |
| Fuel tank | 19 litres |
| Engine type | Single Cylinder, Double Overhead Camshaft, 4 Valve, Liquid Cooled, EFI |
| Engine capacity | 348 cc |
| Maximum power | 39 Ps |
| Maximum torque | 32.8 Nm |
| Clutch type | Multi-disc in oil bath |
| Transmission | Drive Chain, 6 Speed |
| Bore x Stroke | 84.5 mm x 62 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.3:1 |
| Emission standards | Euro 5-BS6 |
| Suspension | Front: USD Forks Rear: Mono shock preload adjustable |
| Tyres | Front: 110/80-19 Rear: 160/60-17 |
| Rim type | DOT Rated tubeless cross-spoke rim |
| Brakes | Front: 320 mm Rear: 265 mm |
| Colours | Black | Orange |
| Price | Rs 1,099,990 |
Even though being just under the 400cc engine displacement, the Zontes 350T has an aggressive adventure touring bike look with the large headlight and fairings on the front. It also has a large windshield giving a big bike look. Other key design features of the bike include dual exhaust, large fuel tank and luggage racks. It has a dry weight of 172 kg and a wheelbase of 1420mm. It has a ground clearance of 181 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 19 litres for longer rides.
The engine is a 348 cc single-cylinder, double overhead camshaft, 4-valve, liquid-cooled EFI, providing a maximum power of 39 Ps and a torque of 32.8 Nm. It features a bore and stroke of 84.5 mm x 62 mm and a compression ratio of 12.3:1, meeting Euro 5-BS6 emission standards. It is equipped with a multi-disc in-oil bath clutch and a 6-speed drive chain transmission. Its suspension includes USD forks at the front and a mono-shock preload adjustable at the rear. The Zontes 350T has front and rear tyres sized 110/80-19 and 160/60-17, respectively, mounted on DOT-rated tubeless cross-spoke rims. For braking, it includes a 320 mm disc at the front and a 265 mm disc at the rear.
The Zontes 350T is available in two colour options; Black and Orange and costs Rs 1,099,990 in Nepal.
5. BMW G310 GS
BMW offers two options in Nepal; the BMW G310 GS and the G310 R. The G310 GS features adventure touring bike functionality and looks whereas the G310 R features naked sports looks and design. Both the bikes share the same engine, frame, electronics and features. The adventure touring bike section in the higher engine capacity is quite famous with the likes of R 1250 GS adventure which has gained worldwide appreciation.
| Dimensions | Length: 2075 mm Height: 1230 mm Width: 880 mm |
| Weight | 170 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 220 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm |
| Seat height | 835 mm |
| Engine type | Water-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke engine, four valves, two overhead camshafts and cam followers, wet sump lubrication |
| Engine displacement | 313 cc |
| Maximum power | 25 kW (34 hp) at 9250 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 28 Nm at 7500 rpm |
| Emission | BS6 |
| Gearbox | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox |
| Clutch | Multiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, with self-reinforcement |
| Drive | Endless X-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub |
| Frame | Tubular space frame |
| Suspension | Front: Upside down fork, Ø 41 mm Rear: Central spring strut, spring pre-load adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: Single disc, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed calliper, radially bolted Rear: Single disc, diameter 240 mm, single-piston floating caliper |
| Tyres | Front: 110/80 R19 Rear: 150/70 R17 |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Fuel tank | 11 litres |
| Colours | Sport | Cosmic Black 3 | Rally |
| Price | Rs 1,475,000 |
The BMW G310GS is designed for versatility and adventure for a touring bike with a weight of 170 kg, a ground clearance of 220 mm, and a wheelbase of 1420 mm. It has a seat height of 835 mm, making it suitable for a variety of riders. The engine is a water-cooled, single-cylinder 4-stroke with four valves, two overhead camshafts, and cam followers, with wet sump lubrication. The 313 cc engine produces a maximum power of 25 kW (34 hp) at 9250 rpm and a maximum torque of 28 Nm at 7500 rpm meeting the BS6 emission standards. It features a constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox and a multi-plate clutch in an oil bath with an anti-hopping clutch and self-reinforcement.
The touring bike’s frame is a tubular space frame with a front suspension consisting of an upside-down fork (Ø 41 mm) and rear suspension with a central spring strut that is spring pre-load adjustable. The braking system of the touring bike includes a 300 mm single disc with a 4-piston fixed calliper at the front and a 240 mm single disc with a single-piston floating calliper at the rear. It has cast aluminium wheels with front tyres sized 110/80 R19 and rear tyres sized 150/70 R17. The fuel tank capacity is 11 litres. The BMW G310GS is available in three colours: Sport, Cosmic Black 3, and Rally and it costs Rs 1,475,000 in Nepal.
6. Honda CRF 300L Rally
Last on the list of Adventure touring bikes under 400 cc in Nepal is the Honda CRF 300 Rally. Honda’s big bike options include a range of classic to sports and adventure touring bikes. The Honda CRF 300L Rally shares the same components with its younger sibling, the Honda CRF 300L. The major difference can be found in the name itself with the rally version having a rally kit for a more adventurous ride. Honda is known for its reliability and performance, the CRF 300L Rally has been popular in the adventure touring bike segment under the 400 cc engine displacement.
| Dimensions | Length: 2229 mm Width: 920 mm Height: 1419 mm |
| Weight | 150 kg |
| Wheelbase | 1453 mm |
| Ground clearance | 277 mm |
| Fuel tank | 12.8 litres |
| Engine capacity | 286 cc |
| Engine type | Single-Cylinder, 4-valve, 4-stroke, DOHC |
| Maximum power | 27 hp at 8500 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 26.6 Nm at 6300 rpm |
| Stroke | 76.0 x 63.047 |
| Compression ratio | 10.7: 1 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic inverted type, size 43 mm. Rear: Pro-link |
| Brakes | Front: Double Piston Disc Drake Rear: Single-piston Disc Brake |
| Tyres | Front: 80/100-21M/C 51P Rear: 120/80-18 M/C 62P |
| Frame | Twin Tube Steel |
| Colours | Red |
| Price | Rs 2,350,000 |
The Honda CRF 300L Rally is a lightweight adventure touring bike with a weight of 150 kg and a wheelbase of 1453 mm. It has a high ground clearance of 277 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 12.8 litres, making it suitable for both on-road and off-road riding. The engine is a 286 cc single-cylinder, 4-valve, 4-stroke DOHC, producing 27 hp at 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 26.6 Nm at 6300 rpm, with a compression ratio of 10.7:1. It features a 6-speed gearbox for smooth gear shifts.
The touring bike suspension system includes a telescopic inverted front fork (43 mm) and a rear Pro-link system whereas the braking system consists of a double-piston disc brake at the front and a single-piston disc brake at the rear. The tyre sizes are 80/100-21 M/C 51P at the front and 120/80-18 M/C 62P at the rear and is built on a twin-tube steel frame. The Honda CRF 300L Rally is available in only a red colour option and costs Rs 2,350,000.
