It’s a traveler’s worst nightmare: your beloved ride, your home on two wheels, vanishes into thin air. For Yogesh Alekari, a solo Indian world traveler on a mission to see the globe, that nightmare became a reality in Nottingham, England. His trusty companion, a KTM 390 Adventure, was swiped in broad daylight, leaving him without a bike, a passport, or his essentials.
But this isn’t a story of despair. It’s a testament to the incredible generosity of the global motorcycling brotherhood and a dealership’s stunning act of kindness. The tale quickly went viral, capturing hearts and igniting a fire of support. What happened next proved that karma rides on two wheels. Yogesh received a jaw-dropping donation from a dealership in Mansfield, The Off Road Centre: a brand-new KTM 790 Adventure.
The “KTM 790 Adventure” donation is more than just a new bike. It’s an epic upgrade. It’s like losing a sports car and being gifted a rocket ship. The 390 Adventure, while a phenomenally capable adventure bike, is a single-cylinder machine, a powerhouse of the entry-level adventure segment. In a marketing sense, it’s the gateway drug to the “Ready to Race” lifestyle, a bike that punches far above its weight with a punchy 399cc engine, sharp handling, and a full suite of electronics, including cruise control and cornering ABS. It’s a favorite among beginners and seasoned riders alike who appreciate its off-road prowess, though some owners have mentioned the seat can be a bit firm and vibrations can creep in at high RPMs. Its top competitors, such as the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and the Triumph Scrambler 400 X, often battle it out for the top spot in the market, with the 390 Adventure generally coming out on top in terms of raw performance and advanced tech.
But the KTM 790 Adventure belongs in a different league entirely. It’s a twin-cylinder titan, offering nearly double the power with its 799cc parallel-twin engine. While the 390 Adventure is a great all-rounder, the 790 is a “sport-adventure” machine, a master of both spirited canyon carving and conquering gnarly off-road terrain. Enthusiasts rave about its low center of gravity, courtesy of its unique low-slung fuel tanks, and its phenomenal electronics package that includes multiple ride modes and an advanced traction control system. Reviewers often highlight its power and agility, though some owners have noted its engine can sound a bit “agricultural” and its stock windscreen may cause wind buffeting. Its key rivals are giants in the middleweight adventure space, including the Yamaha Ténéré 700 and the Honda Africa Twin, but the 790 Adventure is praised for its class-leading tech and light weight.
Ultimately, Yogesh’s story is a beautiful example of the interconnectedness of the motorcycling community. The loss of his KTM 390 Adventure was a bitter pill to swallow, but the outpouring of support transformed his journey. The team at The Off Road Centre didn’t just replace a bike; they reignited a dream, giving him a powerful new machine to continue his world tour with a story that’s far more epic than he could have ever imagined.
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