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Honda CB 350 vs KTM RC 390 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu1 of 2 trim prices distributor-verified 04 Aug 2026Comparing CB 350 vs RC 390 variants
The short answer

Honda CB 350 costs रु 19,900 less ex-showroom. CB 350 has 12 mm more ground clearance. RC 390 has 22.4 PS more power.

Choose the Honda CB 350 if
Honda CB 350 costs रु 19,900 less ex-showroom.CB 350 has 12 mm more ground clearance.

Worth considering for buyers prioritising relaxed retro styling, strong torque, and premium Honda fit-and-finish; the NPR 925000 price is less compelling without richer electronics or disclosed warranty coverage.

Pros
Strong 348cc engine torque for relaxed everyday riding
Dual-channel ABS and disc brakes at both ends
Retro styling with LED lighting
Large 15.2-litre fuel tank
Cons
Heavy 187kg kerb weight
No officially disclosed mileage or warranty terms
Limited disclosed electronic features
Premium pricing against similarly sized motorcycles
As of 23 Sept 2026
Choose the KTM RC 390 if
RC 390 has 22.4 PS more power.

At around Rs 9.45 lakh ex-showroom, the RC 390 is an expensive but very capable track-focused machine for enthusiasts who want performance and electronics over practicality. Best suited to experienced riders seeking a hardcore supersport with strong power, advanced safety tech, and KTM's brand image, rather than commuters or first-time riders.

Pros
Strong 373cc engine with class-leading power-to-weight performance.
Advanced safety electronics including cornering ABS and traction control.
High-quality WP APEX suspension with adjustability for spirited riding.
Distinctive supersport styling and KTM brand appeal in Nepal.
Cons
Very high price for a single-cylinder motorcycle versus rivals and small cars.
Aggressive riding posture and minimal comfort for daily commuting.
Limited underseat storage and practicality for carrying items.
Only one color/variant choice, reducing customization options for buyers.
As of 28 Jul 2026
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Honda CB 350 price in NepalHonda CB 350 price in Nepal
Honda
रु 9,25,000Lowest price
KTM RC 390 price in Nepal
KTM
रु 9,44,900
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 9,25,000Cheapest
रु 9,44,900
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.
Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific nationwide cash discount offer disclosed officially
Explore full specifications and service support
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
21.1 PS
43.5 PS+22.4 PS
Max torque
29.4 Nm
37 Nm+7.6 Nm
Transmission
Manual
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
2,207 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,110 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
1,441 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
165 mm+12 mm
153 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
172Better
49
Service centres
207Better
39
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Seating capacity: 2
As of 02 Oct 2026
·WP APEX USD front forks
·10-step adjustable WP APEX rear monoshock
·Sporty clip-on handlebars, rear-set footpegs
·Single-piece seat with aggressive riding posture
As of 28 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Digital instrument console with real-time and average mileage displays
·Digital console includes distance-to-empty information
As of 23 Sept 2026
·TFT display & switchgear
As of 04 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Dual-channel ABS with front and rear disc brakes
·Front disc brake: 310mm
·Rear disc brake: 240mm
·Traction control: Honda Selectable Torque Control offered
·Front tyre: 100/90-19M/C 57H, tubeless
·Rear tyre: 130/70-18M/C 63H, tubeless
As of 23 Sept 2026
·Front Brake: 320 mm disc, radially mounted caliper
·Rear Brake: 230 mm disc, floating caliper
·Cornering ABS
·SuperMoto ABS
·Motorcycle Traction Control
As of 04 Aug 2026
Warranty & After-sales
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As of 23 Sept 2026
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✨Design & Exterior
·Body type: Classic
As of 02 Oct 2026
·Frame: Split-Trellis frame
·Sub-frame: newly engineered bolt-on subframe
·Front Suspension: WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter
·Rear Suspension: WP APEX monoshock, 10-step adjustable
·Cooling System: liquid cooling, curved radiator with fans
·40% larger airbox
As of 04 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Listed as a Nepal-market model by Honda Nepal
·Nepal introductory price was NPR 750000 at launch
·Current listed price: NPR 925000
As of 23 Sept 2026
·Sold as single top-spec variant in Nepal
·Ex-showroom price: Rs 9,44,900 across Nepal
·Bikes imported from India
·Positioned above 200–250cc faired bikes in market
As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Honda CB 350
KTM RC 390

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 9,25,000
रु 9,44,900
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 12,300
≈ रु 12,300
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 2,157
≈ रु 2,157
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 9,39,457
≈ रु 9,59,357
EMI / month
≈ रु 17,264 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 17,635 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Honda CB 350 full detailsKTM RC 390 full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Honda CB 350 is the stronger buy: it is रु 19,900 cheaper ex-showroom (2.2%) and still leads on dealer and service reach.

Choose the Honda CB 350 if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 168 more service centres in Nepal (207 vs 39); 123 more showrooms in Nepal (172 vs 49).

Choose the KTM RC 390 if
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 22.4 PS more power.

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
1 of 2

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 04 August 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Honda: 172 showrooms, 207 service centres · KTM: 49 showrooms, 39 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Honda CB 350 vs KTM RC 390 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda CB 350 or KTM RC 390?

As of October 2026, the Honda CB 350 starts at Rs 9.25 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.2 lakh less than the KTM RC 390 at Rs 9.45 lakh.

What is the price of the Honda CB 350 and KTM RC 390 in Nepal?

The Honda CB 350 costs Rs 9.25 lakh and the KTM RC 390 costs Rs 9.45 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Honda CB 350 or the KTM RC 390?

On our data the Honda CB 350 is the stronger buy: it is रु 19,900 cheaper ex-showroom (2.2%) and still leads on dealer and service reach. Take the Honda CB 350 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the KTM RC 390 if you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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