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Bristol Assassin 400
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Bristol Assassin 400 vs KTM RC 390 Comparison

Overview: Assassin 400 vs RC 390

Brand Bristol Philippines KTM Philippines
SRP* N/A ₱300,000 KTM RC 390 Price
Variant Assassin 400 Standard KTM RC 390 ABS
User Rating 4 Assassin 400 reviews 4.41 RC 390 reviews
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines Gasoline Gasoline Motorcycles in Philippines
Available Color(s) --
Vehicle Type Sport Sport Motorcycles in Philippines Sport Sport Motorcycles in Philippines

Key Features

Front Brake Disc Disc
Start Option Electric Electric
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Ground Clearance 170 mm 178.5 mm
Displacement 371 cc 373 cc
Maximum Power 39 hp 43.5 hp
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
3 reviews
4.41/5
22 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Easy to control, stable, and responsive

    The best thing about the Bristol Assassin 400 is that, for mid-level riders, it is very confidence-inspiring. Initially, I was a bit worried about...

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    Sanju Oct 31, 2025 for Bristol Assassin 400

From The Experts

Things we like
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Track-Ready Performance. The RC 390 is designed with a sportier edge, making it well-suited for track days and spirited rides on twisty roads.

Aggressive Styling. With its aggressive and aerodynamic design, the RC 390 has a distinct look that appeals to riders seeking a sportbike with a racing aesthetic.

Quality Components. KTM uses high-quality components such as WP suspension and Brembo brakes, contributing to the bike's overall performance and handling.

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Things we don't like
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Aggressive Riding Position. Like other sportbikes, the RC 390 has an aggressive riding position that may be uncomfortable for some riders, especially during prolonged rides.

Limited Practicality. The focus on performance may result in limited practical features, and the bike might not be the most comfortable choice for daily commuting or longer trips.

Higher Insurance Costs. Sportbikes like the RC 390 can have higher insurance premiums due to their performance capabilities, which is a consideration for budget-conscious riders.

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 371 cc 373 cc
Maximum Power 39 hp 43.5 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 13 L 10 L
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust Single Exhaust
Compression Ratio 11.2:1 --
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, 8 Valves, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid Cooled
No. Of Cylinder 2 1
Maximum Torque 28.5 Nm 36 Nm
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Drive Type Chain Drive Chain Drive
RPM at Maximum Power 10500 rpm 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 9000 rpm 7000 rpm
Clutch Type -- Wet Multi Disc
Bore X Stroke -- 89 mm x 60 mm
Lubrication System -- Forced Oil Lubrication
Fuel Consumption -- 28 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Sport --
Wheel Base 1370 mm 1340 mm
Seating Capacity 2 2
Kerb Weight 149 kg --
Seat Height 810 mm 820 mm
Ground Clearance 170 mm 178.5 mm
Length 1950 mm 1978 mm
Height 1105 mm 1098 mm
Width 825 mm 688 mm
Dry Weight -- 147 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Fuel Supply System EFI --
Ignition System -- Electronic

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Inverted Fork WP USD Fork
Rear Suspension Mono Shock WP MoNoshock
Suspension Travel(Front) -- 125 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) -- 150 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 5-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R17 --
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size R17 --
Rear Tyre 150/60 R17 --
Rear Wheel Size R127 --

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Side Reflectors Yes No
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Shutter Lock -- No
Back Rest -- No
Central Locking -- Optional Optional
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Optional Optional
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
Stability Control -- No
Traction Control -- No
Engine Immobilizer -- Optional Optional
Riding Modes -- Sports Sports
Leg Guards -- No
Launch Control -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes --
Display Screen Yes Yes
Speedometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Tachometer Yes Digital Digital
Navigator -- No
Side Stand Indicator -- Yes
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Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED --
Accessory Outlet Yes No
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Side Wings Yes Yes
Body Frame Material -- Steel Steel
Body Frame Type -- Tube Frame Tube Frame
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- No

Brake

Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc
Front Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats -- No

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Bristol Assassin 400 vs KTM RC 390 FAQs

Which Motorcycle has more power between Bristol Assassin 400 vs KTM RC 390?

The Bristol Assassin 400 has power of 39 hp with 28.5 Nm torque and KTM RC 390 has power of 43.5 hp with 36 Nm torque. Thus making RC 390 the more powerful as compared to Assassin 400.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Assassin 400 vs RC 390?

The Assassin 400 comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , on the other hand the RC 390 comes with a ground clearance of 178.5 mm , hence the KTM RC 390 has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities..

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Which Motorcycle has more safety features between Bristol Assassin 400 vs KTM RC 390?

Assassin 400 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch, Side Reflectors and Engine Check Warning

RC 390 safety features: ABS, Pass Switch and Engine Check Warning

The Bristol Assassin 400 has higher number of sefety features than RC 390, hence Bristol Assassin 400 is more safer than KTM RC 390.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in RC 390

Track-Ready Performance. The RC 390 is designed with a sportier edge, making it well-suited for track days and spirited rides on twisty roads.

Aggressive Styling. With its aggressive and aerodynamic design, the RC 390 has a distinct look that appeals to riders seeking a sportbike with a racing aesthetic.

Quality Components. KTM uses high-quality components such as WP suspension and Brembo brakes, contributing to the bike's overall performance and handling.

Things we don't like in RC 390

Aggressive Riding Position. Like other sportbikes, the RC 390 has an aggressive riding position that may be uncomfortable for some riders, especially during prolonged rides.

Limited Practicality. The focus on performance may result in limited practical features, and the bike might not be the most comfortable choice for daily commuting or longer trips.

Higher Insurance Costs. Sportbikes like the RC 390 can have higher insurance premiums due to their performance capabilities, which is a consideration for budget-conscious riders.

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