My top speed video : ua-cam.com/video/tZAJZBkmcaY/v-deo.htmlsi=6CdpL23OUvn6CiHM Pure Riding sound of Duke 390 : ua-cam.com/video/WcoF2SesOs8/v-deo.htmlsi=MY-78yKgbMyxRKbl 0 - 100kmph : ua-cam.com/video/jPT9n_fESm0/v-deo.htmlsi=7nP0wOzP9kg2uzDL
Hey there. I have the 2017 390 Duke. Kindly tell me if the fuelling issue (surging at low speed) has been sorted.. Clutch feathering is quite a nuisance on mine.. await your reply. All the best and thanks for the wonderful content. Cheers
Thank you for making the video in English, I’m from Mexico 🇲🇽, we haven’t gotten this bike yet so there isn’t almost any videos in Spanish, most of them are in Hindi, at least with your clip I can finally see it and understand what you’re saying (: It looks so amazing, I want it so bad, I’ve never ridden one before, I think I’m going to be so amazed by it, I need to work hard this year so I can buy one! Looking forward to seeing more vids from you, thank you again!
I like the fact that unlike some other people, you are actually being honest and talking about what actually matters, without being unnecessarily overexcited about it. Really liked this. One question I have is, can this be an upgrade over the gen 2?
If you own a 2nd gen Duke 390, it makes no sense to upgrade to 3rd gen. Because you will be spending close to 4L on road just for an upgrade on the electronics and a better quickshifter. Because engine performance is similar.
@@RRP1992 electronics don't matter to me.. I just want to have the view if its more thrilling to ride while still having the great sense of control, inspires more confidence or not, and does it evoke the similar emotions to ride
@@tanmoysarkar7333 ok. you own gen 2 duke 390 and electronics don't matter to you. Then gen3 isn't an upgrade at all. This bike is a perfect upgrade over the likes of R15, duke200 or even the CBR250R and similar bikes ~ 18 to 25 bhp from more than 5 years ago.
Spoken like a true enthusiast rather than just an automotive "journalist". Exactly what i was thinking. Good enough bump in CC but just 2 ps more? They even reduced the compression ratio. Clearly they're trying to make the motorcycle more civilized. But yeah, if you know what you want, you know what you need to do.
not that ktm couldnt squeeze out extra hp more but in some countries theres a limit for horsepower in order to comply for A2 drivers licence. that is the reason why all the 400s and the 650 twins are below the 47 hp mark. also, is 23cc bump is considered GoOd jump in displacement? have taken the test ride yesterday and the RAWNESS you were asking for is definitely there as you can feel the piston stroking up and down.
I come from watching SCHAAF videos and genuinely love it. Matches my riding style. I came across your videos some couple of months ago. Did not like it in the first go, but honestly now LOVE YOUR WORK! Keep it up, keep up your honesty, keep up the way you ride. And please a “pure sound” of every bike you review should be made a MUST! Kudos! cheeers!
The new 399cc engine is definitely under tuned in the current setup. But I'm looking forward to the upcoming healthy competition in this segment with the twin cylinders coming in from yamaha and aprillia. 300-400cc segment is the new hot region. Let's see who's winning hearts and who's winning sales volume
The biggest thing I can see on paper is that from Gen1 390 weighing 140KG, this one weighs 168KG...That's a whopping 28KG of extra weight that it has to lug around. Great for highways but slightly affects the scariness factor of the 390. Love how the new 390 looks, superb design. That pillion seat is possibly the only usable one in the entire segment. Would love to hear your words on this against the top-spec fully kitted out RTR 310, on-road, there is a 50K cost difference between these two.
Dry weight and kerb weight is different. Dry weight means no liquids like brake oil, engine oil and fuel while wet/kerb weight means including all that.
@@SLicKoxx A2 License is an European concept that takes into consideration the Age/Experience/BHP before providing driving License( you can check out the details on Google). Since most of these bikes are produced with European market in Mind, they have to limit the power and weight of the bike. Due to which bikes such as, THE GT twins, KTM 390 (duke and RC) The Aprilia rs 457 / Tuono 457, and other Ninja's, Honda's have a power cap of 47 BHP
I dont believe any other motovlogger from India except you. you reviews are very honest. Also I think the head light with out the plastic on the side looks like a benelli 302 from the front. Im not saying its looking bad. it looks quiet nice, big bike look, its already grown on me 😂
17:02 , most of the countries has certain class of motorcycle license. If you hold less class license, you cannot ride 400CC above vehicle. That’s why bike manufacturers stick to 399, or 199CC , Maybe thats why they don’t want to increase the cc to 450. In singapore , we have class 2B, 2A, and 2 motorcycle licenses are there. 2B for 200CC less, 2A for 200-400 2 for 400CC above.. Need to pass these class to get that particular class license.
The last part was good enough to clarify my thoughts to some extent. I own a gt 650. And my hunger for power and performance is never ending. Right now i was thinking of getting one of this just for that brutal initial acceleration. But for all that time whats going on my head is that will this give me any sheer experience that I didn’t had on my gt? Or else i should save and look for an update?
I haven’t ridden this new duke. But you have ridden both- the new duke as well as the gt. Definitely you have gunned both of them? Could you brief me about your feelings? Whats the difference? I can say that after 4k rmp gt pulls madly. That insane surge of power, its just never ending. I have clocked 170+ but still couldn’t hit the limiter. It was still pulling…
bro just get something around the 80hp mark in the used market . the new duke is certainly powerful but nothing like the 3k rpm torque kick in the 650s and you dont feel that big of a jump.
Since the bike doesn't have a wind screen, while riding on the highway did you feel any wind blast, say at 80-100kmph? Also, since it's a very lightweight machine, did you have any issues with cross wind while riding it on Highway? Just trying to understand the highway capability of the bike.
This man is a foreteller. I did not like the looks at all when I get this bike. I only got it because I didn't like any other available options in this segment. But now I love they way it look as it has grown on me.
Hey Strell, I'm in a dilemma between the new generation Duke 390 and the Ninja 300. Considering the need for a comfortable ride on Indian roads and concerns about engine smoothness, vibrations, and heating, do you think the Ninja 300 is a better choice? I've ridden the second-generation Duke 390 for 3 years and I'm concerned that the Duke's power output might be excessive for day-to-day commuting. I'd love to hear your insights on this!
I think thorough test rides back to back can help you. Those two are very different. I daily ride a gen 2 duke 390 and i absolutely adore the character of it, it does heat up when trapped in traffic, but that's just one compromise i am willing make to feel the performance on tap rest of the time. And do not ride ktms with shorts on 🤣
Depends on the purpose of the bike. If you into sports touring and wants a comfortable smooth engine experience with 120-130 kmph cruising speed with zero vibes, go for Ninja 300. Nothing better than a twin cyl refinement (compared to any single cyl)
If refinement is your first priority then go for ninja 300 as it is a twin cylinder motor. Duke 390 has vibrations and heating issue but make sure you take a test drive first.
@@coolfriend693 I dont think its as simple as that. In some scenarios duke is even sportier than the ninja. You have to know the powerband, handling, character of the chassis and engine and the overall vibe the bike gives you. Heck even I had confusion between the two before taking test rides.
As always very informative and accurate on point review. I am actually very exited for the next gen Rc390 with thw same engine and electeonics. That will be the killer of the machine much better than this duke i can gurantee.
hey @iamstrell just confuse between full fairing bike tvs rr 310 vs duke 390 3rd gen, can you suggest which one need to pick, i have a single requirement that i need to ride with pillion.
I really love the way you review the bike.. I need your help in finding which bike is better new Duke 390 2024 model or CB300r ? which one would you recommend ? need your opinion. Budget is not the concern so please suggest which one to buy..
How is the suspension in mild offroad and bad roads. It has decent suspension travel of 150mm both ends, which is same as triumph scrambler 400x and honda cb 500x. So can we use it for mild offroads?
if ktm make a budget 390 like adventures x No need quick shifter, cornering abs , rear abs off sensor , traction control, not even that fancy tft screen.. Just pure raw ktm with dual channel abs .. under 3.2l onroad i definitely gonna buy that monster
Seeking suggestion- I am 6feet 5, have ridden pulsar150 for past 10 years. Now wish to upgrade to a more powerful bike. Usage will involve city rides mostly, joy rides on weekends and long touring once 2-3 months with a pillion. I would prefer a sharp handling and braking with good tripple digit speed carrying capabilities.
Gen 1 d390 are still the benchmark. They're mad tbh and if you don't respect her she will make you pay for it. Hardly any gen 1 duke are spotted on road these days. A duke is a duke is a duke it cannot be a civilized machine. Gen 1 was never perfect but the personality it had was something different. The moment i swing the throttle it neve fails me to have a wide grin under my helmet, occasionally it do scares me with some powerslides and powerwheelie. Tbh, the gen 2 never impressed me, and seems like we've the arsenal for some upgrade in the form of these suspension, brakes and lighter wheels. I hope they're upgradable on the gen 1. 😈
The reason you dont see any Gen1 on the road is because they all are broken. I still have mine sitting in my garage, and to make it road worthy I have to spend about 2k USD on it. In our part of the world you can get a used 2017 version for 1500 USD. So I am thinking of stripping it for parts and selling them off.
Another good and honest review video; kudos to @Strell. BTW I also share similar curiosity about the mirrors on this 2024 model which you were mentioning in the video; do you have got any information on why KTM India isn't offering the ones shown in the international promotional video?
Thanks for your review it really helps. Have a question, can this bike be used for touring purposes? say 300 + km ride in a day with both highway rides and say not so good road? I had RE 500 cc sold that 4 years back and was out of touring and want to start again. Your suggestion would help me. Thank you.
How is it in low speed, like traffic jam etc speed, U turns etc... How much does it require clutch use in compare to previous gen? It was a bit too much for my liking on previous gen. Thank you. BTW, that gen1 RC design is one of the best sport bike design in motorcycle history IMO.
it's the perfect 400 cc naked bike. Hazard lights that doesn't exist on a gen 2 Duke 390 appears on the 2024 is a welcome one. even the new CB500f doesn't have hazard switch. the best 400cc by far.
Hi, thank you for detailed video I’ve a quick question, as you said the suspension are good and you went across a pothole as well My question is regarding would this bike go the mountains as I am planning to upgrade from a 160cc Is the suspension that good.
Have you had any major issues on your rc390? I have 2018 bs4 model and has issues. Now i have high hopes from this new lc4c engine and potentially could end up buying new rc390.
Hi bro, hearing a lot of heating, vibration and engine seizure issues over and above 2nd gen! Is it true or some QC issue ? Could u pls confirm ? I am hesitating becoz of these issues ! Thanks for ur amazing work!
Can this duke 390 fit for long run?…. Like the gen 1 and gen 2 are good bikes… but the bike becomes very much old and worn out automatically… even we maintain it well… so what about this gen 3 duke… will it remain very much new as a Honda cb 650r…and other Kawasaki motorcycles?
I have the BS4 model Duke 390. It's been 4 years now. I have the BS4 RC 390 too which is now 5 years old. I'm gonna sell them both and buy a CBR 650R 😂
Bro i am waiting excitedly for your review of the Apache RTR 310... i feel that bike might be easier to live with ... please drop a review for that soon bro
@strell, how's the headlight performance? I've seen other videos where they said it's poor. Also how's the heat and vibrations, again it's said it heats a lot and has lot of vibrations.
already booked speed 400 ...waiting for delivery ...but now confuse between rtr 310 , duke 390 n speed 400 .. extra tech features are confusing me mostly😬😬😬😬
Please recommend a steady motorcycle for a 300km 120kmph to 140kmph highway roundtrip daily economical commute (in my mind RE Hunter 350, Honda CB300R, KTM Duke 390 & Apache RTR 310) all suggestions are welcome
I want to buy continental GT in alloys but My friends say it doesn’t looks good in alloys its cafe looks I don’t want spoke wheels in my bike i just can’t handle the fuss IN my area it is too difficult to fix a tube puncture AND i m so fed up of The confusion now i am going to think Lets buy a 390 duke and forget everything because if u buy a RE bike u have to spend 50k around to make a complete bike RE always sells Half bike to customers And half portion u have to buy as an accessory What should i do I like 650 GT but wobbling issues if u choose ALLOY VERSION people say it doe doesn’t looks good if u go for mr clean u have to spend 50k for tyre alloys and other accessories what should i do please reply
Get this bike and forget the worries... this bike is fun. It will take you to places. Sporting characteristics only adds to safety as the bike is designed for control at extreams. PS. My brother got KTM 390 and I'll get an Aprillia RS 457. I don't think we need more... cheers.
I am 21 have ride unicorn for like 7 to 8 months of my father and now like to buy my own bike i have the money for duke 250 should i pull my budget and go for 390 like i can easily push my budget it's not an issue but will it be good?
do i really need to get experience before getting the higher cc bikes . i rode duke 250cc few times is that enough or i need more experience than that .
how is the engine refinement compared to Triumph 400? Do you have any insider news about KTM 390 adv with new 400cc engine? Thanks in advance, much love and support!
The Speed 400 and new Duke 390 feels much similar in engine character. Tyre of riding style and weight of the motorcycle places these two in different segment. And I dont have any info on the Adv's. It will take some more time to get an update since KTM just gave a revamp to the line up. RC is the next one in the line for a make over.
Does KTM have an exchange program? Can I sell my 2020 model 390 to them? If not, what is the asking price I can quote for it? I've ridden around 15.5k kms and it's in very good condition.
I like the Cruise control feature on rtr 310...it's not a gimmick....it functions like a car....may be best for touring. Everything is not just about performance...right?
@@mediocremedic8462if you need a bike with touring capabilities, a heck lot of features, a long engine life lifespan, go with tvs as its compression ratio is much lower than ktm's. If you need a powerful beast, better brakes, torque monster, top end monster, go with ktm. Ktm engines die after 60k km due to their very high compression ratio engines (12:7)
Take test rides. As long as you can, as many times as you can, you will never know what you will like before you really get to explore different bikes. Because spec sheets will not tell you half of the stories, neither can reviewers as everyone has different taste.
I have my all new 𝗞𝗧𝗠 𝗗𝗨𝗞𝗘 390 𝗚𝗲𝗻3 Orange on Jan month ❤ one of the best Motorcycle to ride 🎉 This is a monster 💥 And also we can also ride easily on traffic roads the refinement of the engine is truly unbeliveble 🔥
No reviewer has talked about this, generally dukes are not renowned for high speed stability as the 2nd gen used to feel nervous at its limit, I strongly urge you to do an extensive test ride but please be safe bcz the bike reaches silly speeds in a flash that may put you in danger, safely try higher speeds in empty stretch and see if the stability appeals to you.
@strell bro i need an opinion.. I own a Interceptor 650.. I love it.. Lots of touring and Highway runs.. But i also owned a r15 v3 which i sold 6 months back.. And now i miss it soo much now.. I have booked a duke 390 and willing to purchase it.. I want to try the orange hooligan.. But the doubt is will i enjoy it over int650?
If you own a interceptor 650, you won't find the duke390 performance to blow you away (it definitely feels better cz of the weight difference but actual cruising speeds on highway isn't different ~ 120-130 kmph for both) You will love the electronics and riding in city will be much better on the duke390 compared to Interceptor. Sorry if I have confused you more.
Everything boils down to:- 1. what is your budget? 2. Are you willing to keep your 650 3. What style you prefer eg. Sports or naked. 4. Or you want power
@@RRP1992 you really did bro.. hahaha.. but the thing is with my r15 doing 130 was a breeze, it felt very stable calm and most of all, secure as if every thing is working at my command but with int650 it's like every thing has a mind of its own post 120 kmph.. & that's scary.. Though I will keep the int650 for the tours and highway stuff where it's weight is a boon but what I wanted to know from strell since he has ridden the duke 390, was does the duke has more ferocity or in ur face punch than int650??
You can get the gen2 until stock lasts with the dealer. But makes no sense to go for it since the on road price difference would be less than 20k. And for that 20k, you get a lot more in gen3
When i saw this bike first revealed, i thought KTM produced two different bikes for the two regions. Then i figured that the austrian bike doesnt have that rear mud guard, but the indian one does. This bike looks comes without that rear mud guard. IS it mandatory to show the number plate at the rear end of motor bikes in india?
My top speed video : ua-cam.com/video/tZAJZBkmcaY/v-deo.htmlsi=6CdpL23OUvn6CiHM
Pure Riding sound of Duke 390 : ua-cam.com/video/WcoF2SesOs8/v-deo.htmlsi=MY-78yKgbMyxRKbl
0 - 100kmph : ua-cam.com/video/jPT9n_fESm0/v-deo.htmlsi=7nP0wOzP9kg2uzDL
Hey there. I have the 2017 390 Duke. Kindly tell me if the fuelling issue (surging at low speed) has been sorted.. Clutch feathering is quite a nuisance on mine.. await your reply. All the best and thanks for the wonderful content. Cheers
Thank you for making the video in English, I’m from Mexico 🇲🇽, we haven’t gotten this bike yet so there isn’t almost any videos in Spanish, most of them are in Hindi, at least with your clip I can finally see it and understand what you’re saying (:
It looks so amazing, I want it so bad, I’ve never ridden one before, I think I’m going to be so amazed by it, I need to work hard this year so I can buy one!
Looking forward to seeing more vids from you, thank you again!
what's it's price over there?
I like the fact that unlike some other people, you are actually being honest and talking about what actually matters, without being unnecessarily overexcited about it. Really liked this. One question I have is, can this be an upgrade over the gen 2?
If you own a 2nd gen Duke 390, it makes no sense to upgrade to 3rd gen. Because you will be spending close to 4L on road just for an upgrade on the electronics and a better quickshifter. Because engine performance is similar.
@@RRP1992 electronics don't matter to me.. I just want to have the view if its more thrilling to ride while still having the great sense of control, inspires more confidence or not, and does it evoke the similar emotions to ride
@@tanmoysarkar7333 ok. you own gen 2 duke 390 and electronics don't matter to you. Then gen3 isn't an upgrade at all. This bike is a perfect upgrade over the likes of R15, duke200 or even the CBR250R and similar bikes ~ 18 to 25 bhp from more than 5 years ago.
@@tanmoysarkar7333rides better works better behave better
Watch sagar sheildekar video on it too
@@RRP1992true, although I have a crazy urge to ride this one
Spoken like a true enthusiast rather than just an automotive "journalist".
Exactly what i was thinking. Good enough bump in CC but just 2 ps more?
They even reduced the compression ratio. Clearly they're trying to make the motorcycle more civilized.
But yeah, if you know what you want, you know what you need to do.
Trying to meet the emmision norms is a pain in the arse to be honest
not that ktm couldnt squeeze out extra hp more but in some countries theres a limit for horsepower in order to comply for A2 drivers licence. that is the reason why all the 400s and the 650 twins are below the 47 hp mark. also, is 23cc bump is considered GoOd jump in displacement? have taken the test ride yesterday and the RAWNESS you were asking for is definitely there as you can feel the piston stroking up and down.
I come from watching SCHAAF videos and genuinely love it. Matches my riding style. I came across your videos some couple of months ago. Did not like it in the first go, but honestly now LOVE YOUR WORK! Keep it up, keep up your honesty, keep up the way you ride. And please a “pure sound” of every bike you review should be made a MUST! Kudos! cheeers!
Thank you :)
The new 399cc engine is definitely under tuned in the current setup. But I'm looking forward to the upcoming healthy competition in this segment with the twin cylinders coming in from yamaha and aprillia. 300-400cc segment is the new hot region. Let's see who's winning hearts and who's winning sales volume
The biggest thing I can see on paper is that from Gen1 390 weighing 140KG, this one weighs 168KG...That's a whopping 28KG of extra weight that it has to lug around. Great for highways but slightly affects the scariness factor of the 390. Love how the new 390 looks, superb design. That pillion seat is possibly the only usable one in the entire segment.
Would love to hear your words on this against the top-spec fully kitted out RTR 310, on-road, there is a 50K cost difference between these two.
Nah fam you're wrong gen 1 weighs 140kgs dry it will probably be around 155kgs so not much difference
Dry weight and kerb weight is different. Dry weight means no liquids like brake oil, engine oil and fuel while wet/kerb weight means including all that.
Weight distribution is 50/50 u won't feel it.. Gen 1 weight was 65/35 so both feels same..
@strell you forgot about the A2 license cap of 47bhp. That's probably the reason KTM didn't tune it to do any better in terms of power output.
What is it ?
can yu tell us what's dat?
@@SLicKoxx A2 License is an European concept that takes into consideration the Age/Experience/BHP before providing driving License( you can check out the details on Google). Since most of these bikes are produced with European market in Mind, they have to limit the power and weight of the bike. Due to which bikes such as, THE GT twins, KTM 390 (duke and RC) The Aprilia rs 457 / Tuono 457, and other Ninja's, Honda's have a power cap of 47 BHP
I particularly feel that the tank peice is a bit ugly. I think an RC with this design and better looking wheels will be awesome
I dont believe any other motovlogger from India except you. you reviews are very honest. Also I think the head light with out the plastic on the side looks like a benelli 302 from the front. Im not saying its looking bad. it looks quiet nice, big bike look, its already grown on me 😂
Thank you :) I am glad you liked it.
17:02 , most of the countries has certain class of motorcycle license. If you hold less class license, you cannot ride 400CC above vehicle.
That’s why bike manufacturers stick to 399, or 199CC ,
Maybe thats why they don’t want to increase the cc to 450.
In singapore , we have class 2B, 2A, and 2 motorcycle licenses are there.
2B for 200CC less,
2A for 200-400
2 for 400CC above..
Need to pass these class to get that particular class license.
Thank you
The last part was good enough to clarify my thoughts to some extent.
I own a gt 650. And my hunger for power and performance is never ending. Right now i was thinking of getting one of this just for that brutal initial acceleration. But for all that time whats going on my head is that will this give me any sheer experience that I didn’t had on my gt? Or else i should save and look for an update?
I haven’t ridden this new duke. But you have ridden both- the new duke as well as the gt. Definitely you have gunned both of them? Could you brief me about your feelings? Whats the difference? I can say that after 4k rmp gt pulls madly. That insane surge of power, its just never ending. I have clocked 170+ but still couldn’t hit the limiter. It was still pulling…
bro just get something around the 80hp mark in the used market . the new duke is certainly powerful but nothing like the 3k rpm torque kick in the 650s and you dont feel that big of a jump.
If I were to buy the new 390, I'd convince the showroom to put the black wheels from the duke 250 on my 390 😭😂
Seriously. Everything is perfect. Except those alloys in orange. Should have an option at least in black.
i would lke to ask the dealer if i could if they could to put the entire 250 black and orange colur on the 390 that color combo is so good
Since the bike doesn't have a wind screen, while riding on the highway did you feel any wind blast, say at 80-100kmph? Also, since it's a very lightweight machine, did you have any issues with cross wind while riding it on Highway? Just trying to understand the highway capability of the bike.
This man is a foreteller. I did not like the looks at all when I get this bike. I only got it because I didn't like any other available options in this segment. But now I love they way it look as it has grown on me.
Hey Strell, I'm in a dilemma between the new generation Duke 390 and the Ninja 300. Considering the need for a comfortable ride on Indian roads and concerns about engine smoothness, vibrations, and heating, do you think the Ninja 300 is a better choice? I've ridden the second-generation Duke 390 for 3 years and I'm concerned that the Duke's power output might be excessive for day-to-day commuting. I'd love to hear your insights on this!
I think thorough test rides back to back can help you. Those two are very different. I daily ride a gen 2 duke 390 and i absolutely adore the character of it, it does heat up when trapped in traffic, but that's just one compromise i am willing make to feel the performance on tap rest of the time. And do not ride ktms with shorts on 🤣
No confusion.. If u wan a sports bike, u get sports bike.. Duke is street naked.. So depends on your liking..
Depends on the purpose of the bike. If you into sports touring and wants a comfortable smooth engine experience with 120-130 kmph cruising speed with zero vibes, go for Ninja 300. Nothing better than a twin cyl refinement (compared to any single cyl)
If refinement is your first priority then go for ninja 300 as it is a twin cylinder motor. Duke 390 has vibrations and heating issue but make sure you take a test drive first.
@@coolfriend693 I dont think its as simple as that. In some scenarios duke is even sportier than the ninja. You have to know the powerband, handling, character of the chassis and engine and the overall vibe the bike gives you. Heck even I had confusion between the two before taking test rides.
As always very informative and accurate on point review. I am actually very exited for the next gen Rc390 with thw same engine and electeonics. That will be the killer of the machine much better than this duke i can gurantee.
any idea on when is it gonna release?
The front wires add up to it's astethic, looks like veins pumping HPs and 100-0 brutal compressive force.
hey @iamstrell just confuse between full fairing bike tvs rr 310 vs duke 390 3rd gen, can you suggest which one need to pick, i have a single requirement that i need to ride with pillion.
Thanks for this review! Very useful. How do you think this bike will be for someone who is a 6 footer?
Not suitable for a 6 footer.
I really love the way you review the bike.. I need your help in finding which bike is better new Duke 390 2024 model or CB300r ? which one would you recommend ? need your opinion. Budget is not the concern so please suggest which one to buy..
How is the suspension in mild offroad and bad roads. It has decent suspension travel of 150mm both ends, which is same as triumph scrambler 400x and honda cb 500x. So can we use it for mild offroads?
Waiting for ur pure sound video of this ❤
its already uploaded :)
if ktm make a budget 390 like adventures x No need quick shifter, cornering abs , rear abs off sensor , traction control, not even that fancy tft screen.. Just pure raw ktm with dual channel abs .. under 3.2l onroad i definitely gonna buy that monster
Seeking suggestion- I am 6feet 5, have ridden pulsar150 for past 10 years. Now wish to upgrade to a more powerful bike. Usage will involve city rides mostly, joy rides on weekends and long touring once 2-3 months with a pillion. I would prefer a sharp handling and braking with good tripple digit speed carrying capabilities.
Get the adv 390 would definitely suit your size
waiting for Husqvarna 401 with same seat height and ground clearance.. that has soul of Duke and look of a Conti
Gen 1 d390 are still the benchmark. They're mad tbh and if you don't respect her she will make you pay for it. Hardly any gen 1 duke are spotted on road these days. A duke is a duke is a duke it cannot be a civilized machine. Gen 1 was never perfect but the personality it had was something different. The moment i swing the throttle it neve fails me to have a wide grin under my helmet, occasionally it do scares me with some powerslides and powerwheelie. Tbh, the gen 2 never impressed me, and seems like we've the arsenal for some upgrade in the form of these suspension, brakes and lighter wheels. I hope they're upgradable on the gen 1. 😈
The reason you dont see any Gen1 on the road is because they all are broken. I still have mine sitting in my garage, and to make it road worthy I have to spend about 2k USD on it. In our part of the world you can get a used 2017 version for 1500 USD. So I am thinking of stripping it for parts and selling them off.
I want to get new duke 390. Which colour is look better ?
Please explain cornering TCS on Duke 390 and apache 310
Another good and honest review video; kudos to @Strell. BTW I also share similar curiosity about the mirrors on this 2024 model which you were mentioning in the video; do you have got any information on why KTM India isn't offering the ones shown in the international promotional video?
Cost cutting.
I like how you end your videos on a ‘good note’ 😉
Yep...strell knows....
Tune it ❤
Man you are by-far the best reviewer after Sarge 🤍
We are fortunate to have content creators like you and Sarge in India 🫶🏻📈
Thank you :) Glad you liked the content.
Whose Sarge?
@@sauravallen sagar sheldekar
Bro im glad i found your channel❤
Hey strell amazing review. Can you do a review on meteor 350 bs6 phase 2. im confused between meteor, 350rs, 350 hness
Thanks for your review it really helps. Have a question, can this bike be used for touring purposes? say 300 + km ride in a day with both highway rides and say not so good road? I had RE 500 cc sold that 4 years back and was out of touring and want to start again. Your suggestion would help me. Thank you.
How is it in low speed, like traffic jam etc speed, U turns etc... How much does it require clutch use in compare to previous gen? It was a bit too much for my liking on previous gen. Thank you.
BTW, that gen1 RC design is one of the best sport bike design in motorcycle history IMO.
it's the perfect 400 cc naked bike. Hazard lights that doesn't exist on a gen 2 Duke 390 appears on the 2024 is a welcome one. even the new CB500f doesn't have hazard switch. the best 400cc by far.
Hi, thank you for detailed video
I’ve a quick question, as you said the suspension are good and you went across a pothole as well
My question is regarding would this bike go the mountains as I am planning to upgrade from a 160cc
Is the suspension that good.
Hey bro! Love your reviews. Can you do a review on Benelli 502c and compare it with vulcan s or RE super meteor
Hi strell, will this engine be updated in adv models
Considering this as an upgrade from a gen 1 duke 250 (2017). Suggestions ?
How is suspension comfort compared to Interceptor?
What about lower end torque, i mean is it still like the 2nd gen or it has got some changes??
Have you had any major issues on your rc390? I have 2018 bs4 model and has issues. Now i have high hopes from this new lc4c engine and potentially could end up buying new rc390.
What is the comparison with same previous 390 dukes ride quality in terms low end torque.?
Speed 400 or cb300r which one you would pick?
Hi bro, hearing a lot of heating, vibration and engine seizure issues over and above 2nd gen! Is it true or some QC issue ? Could u pls confirm ? I am hesitating becoz of these issues !
Thanks for ur amazing work!
Can this duke 390 fit for long run?…. Like the gen 1 and gen 2 are good bikes… but the bike becomes very much old and worn out automatically… even we maintain it well… so what about this gen 3 duke… will it remain very much new as a Honda cb 650r…and other Kawasaki motorcycles?
I have the BS4 model Duke 390. It's been 4 years now.
I have the BS4 RC 390 too which is now 5 years old.
I'm gonna sell them both and buy a CBR 650R 😂
Please do a review of the 200s aswell.
Suggest me bro which one I can buy speed 400 or 3 gen Duke?
can we add the seat spacer as an accessory ?
It will come to India as power parts.
Many youtuber said that new duke 390 DRL were also made by soft material. What's ur opinion on that?
What’s the best cruising speed on this?
Can you feel the same power aggression like bs3 or it will be more? Like powerfigures gotten bigger.
Performance is more or less the same as bs3 variant.
is it good for beginner riders,,, im riding 125cc
Nice touch of ending on a good note.
what do you think about getting a duke 390 or a new himalayan? please i need a genuine reply
Bro if it possible plz make video about turing review of jawa 42 2.1 obd2
What do you think when compared to speed 400?
Almost same engine character. But lighter, more techologically advanced, front wheel based riding and ofcourse better top end.
Is duke worth 1 lakh more than speed?
with a shroud that big, they could have at least put the indicators at its edge.
How is the seat comfort for long distance???
Bro do they sell this test bike also in cheap price??
What about the low end torque ? Is it improved ? Or bike require too much gear shifting at low speed?
Torque is bit better than previous version. I'd say 10% better than the previous model and hence the number of shifts as well.
Bro i am waiting excitedly for your review of the Apache RTR 310... i feel that bike might be easier to live with ... please drop a review for that soon bro
Can we get a tire hugger?
A Duke 250 gen 3 review would be great
@strell, how's the headlight performance? I've seen other videos where they said it's poor. Also how's the heat and vibrations, again it's said it heats a lot and has lot of vibrations.
already booked speed 400 ...waiting for delivery ...but now confuse between rtr 310 , duke 390 n speed 400 .. extra tech features are confusing me mostly😬😬😬😬
Please recommend a steady motorcycle for a 300km 120kmph to 140kmph highway roundtrip daily economical commute (in my mind RE Hunter 350, Honda CB300R, KTM Duke 390 & Apache RTR 310) all suggestions are welcome
I want to buy continental GT in alloys but My friends say it doesn’t looks good in alloys its cafe looks I don’t want spoke wheels in my bike i just can’t handle the fuss IN my area it is too difficult to fix a tube puncture AND i m so fed up of The confusion now i am going to think Lets buy a 390 duke and forget everything because if u buy a RE bike u have to spend 50k around to make a complete bike RE always sells Half bike to customers And half portion u have to buy as an accessory What should i do
I like 650 GT but wobbling issues if u choose ALLOY VERSION people say it doe doesn’t looks good if u go for mr clean u have to spend 50k for tyre alloys and other accessories what should i do please reply
Get this bike and forget the worries... this bike is fun. It will take you to places. Sporting characteristics only adds to safety as the bike is designed for control at extreams.
PS. My brother got KTM 390 and I'll get an Aprillia RS 457.
I don't think we need more... cheers.
I am 21 have ride unicorn for like 7 to 8 months of my father and now like to buy my own bike i have the money for duke 250 should i pull my budget and go for 390 like i can easily push my budget it's not an issue but will it be good?
do i really need to get experience before getting the higher cc bikes . i rode duke 250cc few times is that enough or i need more experience than that .
I think it's OK. I learned to ride on a 900 cc bike. You just have to be disciplined and be responsible.
how is the engine refinement compared to Triumph 400? Do you have any insider news about KTM 390 adv with new 400cc engine?
Thanks in advance, much love and support!
The Speed 400 and new Duke 390 feels much similar in engine character. Tyre of riding style and weight of the motorcycle places these two in different segment. And I dont have any info on the Adv's. It will take some more time to get an update since KTM just gave a revamp to the line up. RC is the next one in the line for a make over.
Does KTM have an exchange program? Can I sell my 2020 model 390 to them?
If not, what is the asking price I can quote for it? I've ridden around 15.5k kms and it's in very good condition.
Same question
Bro...Rtr 310 (fully loaded) vs Duke 390 vs speed 400?......or wait for rr 310
Duke 390 is no comparison with the other bikes its a beast
I like the Cruise control feature on rtr 310...it's not a gimmick....it functions like a car....may be best for touring. Everything is not just about performance...right?
@@mediocremedic8462if you need a bike with touring capabilities, a heck lot of features, a long engine life lifespan, go with tvs as its compression ratio is much lower than ktm's. If you need a powerful beast, better brakes, torque monster, top end monster, go with ktm. Ktm engines die after 60k km due to their very high compression ratio engines (12:7)
@@mediocremedic8462 thats true criuse control is a very good feature for touring
Take test rides. As long as you can, as many times as you can, you will never know what you will like before you really get to explore different bikes. Because spec sheets will not tell you half of the stories, neither can reviewers as everyone has different taste.
Can this be a upgrade if you own a dominar 400 ug2 ? As i really like this bike everything seems flawless..
Ofcourse yes. You gonna enjoy the lightness, top speed, agression and refinement :)
waiting for RC & i m gonna buy tht.
I have my all new 𝗞𝗧𝗠 𝗗𝗨𝗞𝗘 390 𝗚𝗲𝗻3 Orange on Jan month ❤ one of the best Motorcycle to ride 🎉 This is a monster 💥 And also we can also ride easily on traffic roads the refinement of the engine is truly unbeliveble 🔥
Bro Please review Duke 250 as well
Hi. How’s the highway stability at high speed especially during heavy cross winds ?
No reviewer has talked about this, generally dukes are not renowned for high speed stability as the 2nd gen used to feel nervous at its limit, I strongly urge you to do an extensive test ride but please be safe bcz the bike reaches silly speeds in a flash that may put you in danger, safely try higher speeds in empty stretch and see if the stability appeals to you.
@strell bro i need an opinion.. I own a Interceptor 650.. I love it.. Lots of touring and Highway runs.. But i also owned a r15 v3 which i sold 6 months back.. And now i miss it soo much now.. I have booked a duke 390 and willing to purchase it.. I want to try the orange hooligan.. But the doubt is will i enjoy it over int650?
If you own a interceptor 650, you won't find the duke390 performance to blow you away (it definitely feels better cz of the weight difference but actual cruising speeds on highway isn't different ~ 120-130 kmph for both)
You will love the electronics and riding in city will be much better on the duke390 compared to Interceptor.
Sorry if I have confused you more.
Everything boils down to:-
1. what is your budget?
2. Are you willing to keep your 650
3. What style you prefer eg. Sports or naked.
4. Or you want power
Twin cylinder has its own charm that single can't give.
@@RRP1992 you really did bro.. hahaha.. but the thing is with my r15 doing 130 was a breeze, it felt very stable calm and most of all, secure as if every thing is working at my command but with int650 it's like every thing has a mind of its own post 120 kmph.. & that's scary..
Though I will keep the int650 for the tours and highway stuff where it's weight is a boon but what I wanted to know from strell since he has ridden the duke 390, was does the duke has more ferocity or in ur face punch than int650??
Why isn’t anyone reviewing the launch control on this? Strell didn’t wanna do it on road. I understand but why haven’t others?
I have a video shot for that. Will upload soon.
My gen 3 is stalling in 6 gear any solution
Triumph or 390??
Rtr 310 review request asapppppppp
Do i get the gen 2 over gen 3?
You can get the gen2 until stock lasts with the dealer. But makes no sense to go for it since the on road price difference would be less than 20k. And for that 20k, you get a lot more in gen3
Nah.. get the Gen 3.
When i saw this bike first revealed, i thought KTM produced two different bikes for the two regions. Then i figured that the austrian bike doesnt have that rear mud guard, but the indian one does. This bike looks comes without that rear mud guard. IS it mandatory to show the number plate at the rear end of motor bikes in india?
Yes it is
I have been riding a 125 cc bike , can I upgrade to this one or ktm 250?.. im 5.5 and 69 kg
At what numbers does this badboy redline?
Is the handling of 2024 KTM Duke 390 good for a 5 feet 4 inch rider?
Strell bro make one review on new duke 250 too.
How about sidewalks? Can it pop up on maybe 8 in Curbs? (To funnel thru rush hr traffic) 🫸🏼🫷🏼🙏🏼
Bro when can we expect the Harley x440 review 🥹❤
I am still waiting for the bike from them. They contacted me and after that no response.
@@iamstrell oh ok bro. I pre-booked the bike and was waiting for your review for a long time 🙂
Media bikes have been called of by HD due to technical issues
Only an experienced person can find the issue like that sir.........
What about duke 250 ?
This bike is complete beast and my favorite colour
Now the startup issue is fixed
When you are going to give your ride review on 2024 duke 250
They are directly getting launched to store. So after that.