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KTM 790 Duke vs KTM RC 390 Comparison

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790 Duke vs RC 390 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights790 DukeRC 390
Price9.28 L3.57 L
Power799.0 CC373.2 CC
ClassSportsSports
Mileage22 KM/L35 KM/L
790 Duke
KTM 790 Duke
*Ex-Showroom Price
9.28 L
RC 390
KTM RC 390
*Ex-Showroom Price
3.57 L
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STD
KTM 790 Duke
STD
9.28 L
GP Edition
KTM RC 390
GP Edition
3.57 L

Overview

User Rating
N/A
8.3
Design-8.00
Performance-8.50
Fuel Consumption-7.00
Significance-9.00
Safety-8.00
Comfort-9.00
Value For Money-8.25

Specifications

Max Torque87.0037.00

Features

ABS Yes Yes
Telescopic Fork No Yes
Pillion Ride Seat No Yes
Integrated Blinkers As A Special Feature The RC No Yes
Thin Tail Fitting Perfectly Into The Pure Racing Look No Yes
17 Inch Orange Wheels No Yes
Brand New Twin Headlight No Yes

Pros Cons of KTM 790 Duke

Pros

  • Refined and powerful parallel-twin engine.
  • Advanced electronic features.
  • Compact and lightweight.

Cons

  • Lack of wind protection.
  • Pre-load adjustability only for rear suspension.
  • Stiffer ride on uneven and bumpy roads.

Verdict

The KTM 790 Duke is a cracker of a motorcycle offering sharp handling, superb performance in a compact size. It's versatile, lightweight, compact and can easily do the daily commute, the occasional weekend ride or long distance haul and will be an entertaining companion on the occasional track day. It's compact, light, surgically precise in handling and has more than enough performance to keep riders of all skills entertained.

Pros Cons KTM RC 390

Pros

  • Sharply styled
  • High on performance & handling
  • Extremely value-friendly

Cons

  • Polarising new design
  • Finish could be better
  • Too compact for taller riders

Verdict

The next-generation KTM RC 390 has become more accessible and friendlier so even if you’re upgrading from a smaller bike, the new KTM RC 390 is comfortable to ride. With the new updates, it has become a bike that is more suited for everyday use, and for a minority of users who want to cut their teeth on a racetrack, it still offers a capable and potent track tool. Prices though have gone up by ₹ 36,000, it still makes a very strong case as a performance-oriented and well-equipped sports bike.

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