ktm duke 390 adventure

KTM is preparing to launch the updated 390 Adventure motorcycle in India, expected to rival the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. The new model features a rugged off-road design, twin circular LED headlights, and a rally-inspired high-mounted color TFT display.

KTM is preparing to launch the new Duke 390 and Duke 250 in the US. The bikes, which have already been introduced in India, feature an aggressive design and new features.

The new Royal Enfield Himalayan now directly rivals the KTM 390 Adventure on the pricing front, while the BMW G 310 GS is another ADV bike in this territory.

Check out the variant-wise on-road (Delhi) price of the motorcycle, and the lowest monthly installment you would have to shell out for it.

The 2024 KTM 390 Duke has undergone significant design changes, including a new headlamp setup, larger fuel tank, and redesigned front fender. The bike is available in two color options and has good fit and finish. It features a 5-inch TFT color instrument cluster with easy-to-operate switches. In terms of performance, the 390 Duke offers a powerful engine with 45.4 hp and 39 Nm of torque, making it one of the highest in its segment. The bike is lighter and has a shorter wheelbase, making it agile on the race track. It also comes with adjustable suspension, traction control, ABS, and cornering ABS. The riding position is comfortable, although taller riders may have issues with footpeg placement. Overall, the new 390 Duke is a friendly and thrilling motorcycle that justifies its price tag.

After debuting the new-gen versions of its Duke range globally a few weeks ago, KTM has now launched the 2024 250 Duke and 390 Duke in the Indian market, starting from Rs 2.39 lakh and Rs 3.11 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively.

The recently launched 2023 KTM 390 Duke makes it the third sub-400 ccc single-cylinder naked street motorcycle to join Bajaj Auto's portfolio, along with the Triumph Speed 400 that is co-developed by Triumph and Bajaj, as well as the Dominar 400.

​With an updated spec sheet, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is now looking at the more premium KTM 390 Adventure right in the eye, going head to head on all aspects.

The Indian market has witnessed the launch of two new sub-400 cc single-cylinder naked streetfighters this month, i.e. the TVS Apache RTR 310 as well as the new-gen KTM 390 Duke.

The new Duke 390 is based on a new steel-trellis frame with a new subframe. KTM says that it has been made up of pressure due to cast aluminium. The new KTM Duke 390 features a fully adjustable front 43 mm USD telescopic suspension setup with a mono-shock setup at the rear.

2023 KTM Duke 390 launched: Top things to know

Features in the new Duke include a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity for calls and music control. The bike also gets ride modes - Street, Rain and Track. For the very first time, the Duke 390 will get launch control.

KTM has launched their new 2024 390 Duke in India with a starting price of Rs 3.10 lakh. The third-generation model has a mean and aggressive design inspired by the Super Duke bikes. It features extended fuel tank shrouds, a new headlamp unit with LED DRLs, and a larger 15-litre fuel tank. The bike weighs just 168 kg, thanks to a lighter engine, exhaust, and wheels. It is powered by a new 399 cc, single-cylinder engine that produces higher power and torque. Additional features include three riding modes, cornering ABS, a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster, and adjustable suspension.

Currently on a trip to Ladakh, the Indian politician has now hopped onto the saddle of a KTM 390 Adventure motorcycle, heading to the Pangong Tso Lake.

The Indian motorcycle market is set to witness several new launches in September 2023. Royal Enfield will launch the new Bullet 350 on September. TVS will launch the Apache RTR 310 on September 6, 2023. Suzuki is expected to launch the V-Strom 800DE adventure motorcycle, while KTM will unveil the new 390 Duke with updated styling and electronics.

KTM India has announced that owners of KTM 390 Adventure and 250 Adventure motorcycles in India will now be able to participate in the KTM Europe Adventure Rally - an international gathering organized by KTM Austria.

Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM is all set to launch the updated KTM 390 Duke in the Indian market soon. Spotted testing many times on Indian roads, the 2023 KTM 390 Duke will receive major upgrades.

The engine comes paired with a six-speed gearbox and PASC slipper clutch. The on-road performance-oriented Super Adventure S gets a semi-active suspension system whereas the off-road-focused Super Adventure S gets fully adjustable suspension and spoked wheels.