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Honda CBR650R vs KTM 390 Duke Comparison

Compare Honda CBR650R vs KTM 390 Duke to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Honda CBR650R vs KTM 390 Duke; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

CBR650R vs 390 Duke Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	CBR650R	390 Duke
Price	11.16 L	2.84 L
Power	648.7 CC	349.0 CC
Class	Sports	Sports
Mileage	25 KM/L	30 KM/L

Honda CBR650R

*Ex-Showroom Price

₹11.16 L

KTM 390 Duke

*Ex-Showroom Price

₹2.84 L

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Honda CBR650R

STD

11.16 L

KTM 390 Duke

STD BS VI

2.84 L

Overview Specification Features

Overview

Overall Rating	8.0	8.3
Design	8.00	8.00
Performance	8.00	8.50
Fuel Consumption	8.00	6.50
Significance	8.25	9.00
Safety	8.00	8.00
Comfort	8.00	9.00
Value For Money	8.00	8.50

Specifications

Engine CC	648.7 CC	349.0 CC
Max Torque	57.50	33.5 Nm @ 7000 Rpm
Top Speed	240 kmph	170 kmph
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Self Start

Ground Clearance	132 mm mm	183 mm mm
Kerb Weight	211 KG	168 KG
Seat Height	635 mm	800 mm

Fuel tank Capacity	15.4 L	15.0 L
Mileage	25 KM/L	30 KM/L

Front Brake Type	Dual Disc	Disc With Radially Mounted Calliper
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc With Floating Calliper
Front Tyre	120/70-17 M/C 58W	110/70 - ZR17
Rear Tyre	180/55-17 M/C 73W	150/60 - ZR17
Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels

Features

Cruise Control	NA	Yes
Bosch electronic fuel injection (EFI)	No	Yes
Six-Speed Gearbox	No	Yes
Liquid cooling With Radiator	No	Yes
Ride-by-wire throttle	No	Yes
Gear Position Indicator	No	Yes
LAUNCH CONTROL	No	Yes
Adjustable Suspension	No	Yes
9MB ABS Brakes	No	Yes
Instrument Has Everything That Distinguishes A Genuine KTM	No	Yes

Turn-by-Turn Navigation	No	Yes
Adjustable Seat Height	No	Yes
Backlit Switchgear	No	Yes
Wide & Tapered Handlebar	No	Yes
Assist & Slipper Clutch	No	Yes
Ergonomics Provides Plenty Of Space & Freedom Of Movement	No	Yes
Silencer Is Positioned Close To The Bike'S Overall Centre Of Gravity	No	Yes

Hazard Light	No	Yes
Type-C Charging Port	No	Yes

Pros Cons of Honda CBR650R

Pros

Refined inline-four engine with distinctive exhaust note
E-Clutch system reduces fatigue and allows clutchless shifts
Stable and confidence-inspiring handling
Premium build quality with excellent fit and finish

Cons

High price compared to key rivals in the segment
Lacks advanced IMU-based electronics like cornering ABS
Noticeable high-frequency vibrations at highway speeds
The pillion seat is small and not suited for long rides

Verdict

The Honda CBR650R positions itself as a balanced middleweight sportbike that prioritises refinement and usability over outright aggression. It is not a track-focused supersport, but a machine designed to deliver performance in a way that remains manageable in daily riding conditions.

In our evaluation, the 649 cc inline-four engine felt smooth and predictable at low speeds, while building strong, linear performance as revs climbed past the mid-range. The E-Clutch system stood out in traffic, removing the need for constant clutch use and making stop-and-go riding significantly easier. The chassis and Showa suspension setup offered a stable, planted feel on highways while remaining manageable in city conditions.

As Sameer summarised,

“CBR650R has a proven track of infusing excitement to the riding experience of both new as well as seasoned riders”