KTM 390 Duke Gen 3
KTM 390 Duke Gen 3 Standard specifications
Engine & Transmission
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Petrol |
Engine Displacement | 399 cc |
Valvetrain | 4 Valves/Cyl |
Fueling | Fuel Injection |
Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
Engine Type | 1 cylinder |
Max Engine Power | 45hp |
Max Engine Torque | 39Nm |
Bore | 89mm |
Stroke | 64mm |
Gearbox Type | Manual |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Transmission Type | Manual |
Slipper clutch | Yes |
Reverse gear | No |
Fuel & Performance
Official Fuel Economy | 28.9 kmpl |
Chassis & Suspension
Front Brakes | Disc |
Rear Brakes | Disc |
Front Brake Type | Disc |
Front Brake Size | 320mm |
Rear Brake Type | Disc |
Rear Brake Size | 240mm |
Chassis type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
Front Suspension Type | Upside-down fork |
Rear Suspension Type | Monoshock |
Wheel Type | Alloy |
Wheel Construction | Alloy |
Tyre type | Tubeless |
Tyre make and model | Metzeler Sportec M5 |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70-R17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 150/60-R17 |
Radial tyres | Yes |
Front Wheel Size | 17 inch |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 inch |
Dimensions
Seat height | 800 mm |
Kerb Weight | 165 kg |
KTM 390 Duke Gen 3 Standard features
Safety
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | Dual channel |
| Cornering ABS | |
| Hazard lights | |
| Side-stand indicator | |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | |
| Traction control |
Instrumentation
| TFT colour Instrument cluster | |
| Touchscreen | |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Speed | |
| Fuel gauge | |
| Distance to Empty Range |
KTM 390 Duke Gen 3 variants
KTM 390 Duke Gen 3 comparison
Trending Questions on KTM 390 Duke Gen 3 - Answered by Autocar Experts
I own a Classic 350 which I have ridden only 20,000 km in the last 10 years. I want to buy a faster bike, like the Duke 390. However, that bike will also be used only once a week. Should I buy a new one, or is a pre-owned bike a better option?
A new bike will come with a warranty, and you will be the first one to break it in, so the peace of mind of buying a new machine is not to be discounted.
If you are looking at older bikes that are 4-5 years old or more, then you will also need to budget for a comprehensive service and perhaps some replacement cycle parts like tyres and brakes.
While the KTM 390 Duke is a great option, you could also look at the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 since you've already owned a bike from the same brand.
I currently ride a Hunter 350 purchased in 2022 and have covered around 12,000 km. I’m now considering an upgrade to the Triumph Street Triple RS. Will I be able to handle a bike of this calibre, or should I opt for the KTM Duke 390 instead?
Stepping up from 20hp to 130hp in a single shot doesn't seem like the safest upgrade. We would like to recommend that you upgrade to something more approachable, like the KTM 390 Duke seems like a more sensible option. If you still want a multi-cylinder bike, something like the Kawasaki 650 and the Honda 650, as well as the CB750 Hornet will be more manageable.
Try and take a test ride of everything you're considering before you put your money down.
I’ve been using an FZ25 for almost 7 years and now want to upgrade to a higher-segment city bike. I’m considering the Ninja 300, KTM 390, or Triumph 400. Which one should I choose?
The Triumph Speed 400 is ideal for city riding needs, thanks to its smooth, tractable engine. It is lightweight, easily manageable in traffic, and also the most affordable option from this lot of motorcycles. The KTM 390 Duke offers more aggressive performance, sharper handling and has more features, but the ride quality is on the stiffer side to keep in tune with its sporty nature.
The Kawasaki Ninja 300, the only twin-cylinder motorcycle on your list, has been around for a long time and hasn't received any modern updates. The cost of servicing and spare parts of Kawasaki is also on the higher side. We still suggest you take a test ride of all three bikes to see which one suits you best.
Hi. I want to buy a new bike. Currently own a 2009 Pulsar 180 UG4 with 93,500 kms on odo. I also had the 1st gen 2014 KTM RC 390 for quite sometime during my early days of my IT job. I am now a father of 4 year old daughter and pickndrop her daily 2 km either on my pulsar, activa or creta (during chilled mornings & rainy days). I commute to my office once a week (10 kms away) in traffic along with occasional leisure ride with family. My budget is 3.5 lakh & don’t like cruiser/bobbers.
If you want your new bike to be sporty and compact, then bikes like the KTM 390 Duke, TVS Apache RTR 310 and Honda CB300R would be our recommendation.
If you want to have a machine that's capable of doing longer distances with luggage and/or a pillion, then an adventure bike like the KTM 390 Adventure (either of the 2 variants will do) or the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 will fit the bill.
Before pulling the trigger, try to get long test rides of every bike you are considering to make an informed decision.
