Up Front Research · Adventure Motorcycle Comparison
CFMOTO Ibex 950 vs KTM 890 Adventure R
Incoming road-and-dirt value bike vs KTM’s off-road-focused middleweight — specs, price & intent.
Reviewed & updated by the team at Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley.
Reserve the IBEX 950 at Empire Cycle
CFMOTO starting MSRP $12,499 — about $3,300 less (21%) than the KTM 890 Adventure R at $15,799 MSRP.
This model is incoming. Reserve yours with Empire Cycle & Powersports by call, text or email — deposits are handled by phone, no online payment required.
Quick verdict
- Choose the CFMOTO Ibex 950 if you want strong power, long-travel KYB suspension and premium electronics at a much lower price, with a road-biased 21/18 wheel setup.
- Choose the KTM 890 Adventure R if you prioritize hardcore off-road ability — longer WP travel, a rally-bred chassis and KTM’s dirt pedigree — and accept a higher price and firmer street ride.
Both are serious middleweights; the Ibex leans value and road-touring, the 890 R leans aggressive off-road.
2027 CFMOTO Ibex 950 vs. KTM 890 Adventure R
The incoming CFMOTO Ibex 950 is a road-and-trail middleweight built around value; the KTM 890 Adventure R is the class’s hardcore off-road weapon. Both are ~900cc parallel-twins with long-travel suspension and 21″ front wheels — but they’re tuned for different riders. Here’s the honest head-to-head, including where the KTM wins.
CFMOTOIbex 950 Most spec / $ | KTM890 Adventure R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 946cc parallel-twin | 889cc parallel-twin |
| Horsepower | 112 hp | ~105 hp |
| Torque | 77.5 lb-ft | ~74 lb-ft |
| Front suspension | 48mm KYB, 9.1″ | WP XPLOR, ~9.4″ |
| Rear suspension | KYB, fully adjustable, 9.1″ | WP XPLOR, 9.45″ |
| Wheels | 21″ / 18″ | 21″ / 18″ |
| Brakes | Brembo M4.32 | Brembo, cornering ABS |
| Gearbox | 6-speed slipper + 2-way quickshifter | 6-speed Quickshifter+ optional |
| Heated seat + grips | Both standard ✓ | Optional |
| Fuel | 5.9 gal | ~5.3 gal |
| Weight | 489 lb curb | ~432 lb dry |
| Seat height | 34.3″ | 880 mm ≈ 34.6″ |
| Wheelbase | 60.2″ | 1,528 mm ≈ 60.2″ |
| Off-road focus | Road + trail | Hardcore off-road |
| Rider electronics | Ride modes, cruise, TPMS, MSC + ABS standard | Cornering ABS + MTC 6D IMU; cruise optional |
| Factory warranty | 2 years | Up to 4 years tied to dealer servicing |
| Spec sheet model year | 2027 | 2026 |
| Price starting MSRP | $12,499 | ~$15,799 |
Where the Ibex 950 makes its case
More power, more equipment, less money — with genuine trail capability.
- ✓Most power in the group. A claimed 112 hp tops the 890 Adventure R.
- ✓Loaded for the road, too. Heated seat & grips, cruise, a quickshifter, TPMS and a steering damper are standard — comforts the off-road-focused KTM often makes optional.
- ✓Thousands less to start. $12,499 MSRP undercuts the 890 Adventure R by a wide margin.
- ●Where the KTM 890 Adventure R wins. This is the sharper off-road tool: longer-travel WP XPLOR suspension, a lighter dry weight, a rally-bred chassis and KTM’s deep dirt pedigree. If aggressive off-road riding is your priority, the 890 R is purpose-built for it.
And the price is the price. Freight, setup and our documentation fee are already in our advertised number when it lands.
Frequently asked questions
Ibex 950 or KTM 890 Adventure R for off-road?
The KTM 890 Adventure R is the more hardcore off-road machine — longer-travel WP suspension, lighter dry weight and a rally-bred chassis. The Ibex 950 is a strong road-and-trail all-rounder with more claimed power, more standard comfort equipment and a much lower price.
How much cheaper is the Ibex 950 than the KTM 890 Adventure R?
The Ibex 950 starts at $12,499 MSRP versus roughly $15,799 for the 890 Adventure R — a substantial difference before you add options, which the Ibex already includes as standard.
Where can I reserve the Ibex 950 near Spokane?
Empire Cycle & Powersports in Spokane Valley, WA. Call (509) 892-6368 to reserve the incoming Ibex 950 with a phone deposit.
CFMOTO Ibex 950 figures are 2027 specifications from CFMOTO’s official 2027 On-Road Brochure. KTM 890 Adventure R detailed spec rows were taken from KTM’s official 2026 US spec and model pages on September 10, 2026 (KTM publishes metric figures — conversions shown are approximate; the up-to-4-year warranty is conditional on regular servicing at an authorized KTM dealer). Remaining KTM figures are from KTM published sources, are approximate, vary by model year, and should be verified before purchase. MSRPs exclude freight, setup, tax and title/registration. Comparison by Empire Cycle & Powersports, Spokane Valley, WA.