2017 KTM Duke 390 Review - Most Detailed Test Ride | MotorBeam

www.motorbeam.com reviews the 2017 KTM Duke 390 which gets comprehensive changes in its second generation. Inspired by the Super Duke R, the 2017 Duke 390 uses the same engine as before but the 373.27cc motor is more refined and sounds better too. It comes with ride-by-wire, slipper clutch, ABS, upgraded suspension and a state of the art instrument cluster with smartphone integration.
Priced at a Rs. 30,000/- premium over the outgoing model, the 2017 KTM Duke 390 still offers the most bang for the buck and has no direct rivals in India except the upcoming BMW G310R.
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[@MotorBeam]

Hello #MotorBeamers, here is our exhaustive review of the 2017 KTM Duke 390, please HIT the LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to MotorBeam. Don't forget to tell us which bike should we compare the 2017 Duke 390 with.

[@MotorBeam]

Thank you buddy.

[@pramitnandi865]

MotorBeam i am a motorbeamer..nd i proud to be😀

[@raghavendrandme]

pls compare it with dominor 400. in terms of touring capabilities

[@abhayrajopadhye]

MotorBeam I ride an 2015 d390 n wish to swapp wit newer one in cmin months..just i want u to highlight how does it fare on handling,straightline stability,grip n performance ??Does it has that insane boost which older have frm 5k rpm to redline??

[@amarsindhanakera4778]

MotorBeam compare it with the Dominar 400

[@AyushVerma]

what about power wheelies. Does power wheelie is same as easy as it was on the old Duke 390 ?

[@MotorBeam]

+Ayush Verma yes it is.

[@nyctophilecat]

That dubstep noise was hurting my ears

[@MotorBeam]

+Shiv Kamal Upadhaya sorry about that.

[@rockangami6353]

Me too. Irritating music.

[@lovro_ribic]

MotorBeam don't worry it was a little to much but I don't care because the video is amazing and btw I'll buy a duke in like 2 years or something so I don't know whic one to chose 125 is enough to go on a highway whit 130 kmh speed limit but I kinda want more power like 250 but I don't know if I would even need it so I think I would go whit 250

[@shubhamgoyal3890]

@@lovro_ribic did you buy one??

[@NaniChennuru]

This is actually a smart phone with features like biking

[@NeilSwithin]

Hello motorbeam! After watching this review I just wanted to mention that your review is neatly done. Content is very crisp and to the point. I have watched many other duke 390 2017 reviews and I should say yours is probably the best as far as info goes. Your Chanel has improved a lot in terms of quality and you guys make sure it's not just about music and visual graphics but the most important is the content. Feels good to be a subscriber for a channel which is growing 😊 Great job and keep shooting more ones like this. Good luck !

[@christmg4682]

So finally the guy who wanted to connect his phone with the D400 via Bluetooth can do it with Duke390 now.. I'm gonna die peacefully.

[@hanishtolana]

Sabka review karega tera Faizal! :p

[@akashmunshi1980]

Duke 390 is the best. I own a 2016 version. and the 2017 model takes it one step ahead. Super looks, brutal power, latest technology, reasonable price. But I preferred the old Duke's unique and sexy exhaust note, have to hear in real to understand the difference in sound.

[@MotorBeam]

+Akash Munshi the new one sounds better in person.

[@harshnegandhi5063]

you missed some quite important points 1. hows the performance after 10kg increase in kerb weight 2.Hows the pillion comfort. 3. Are there any vibrations? 4. what are timings for 0-60 and 0-100 . please clarify

[@GirishKumarBhat]

They did 0-100 at 5:43.

[@harshnegandhi5063]

Hail Hydra ok i missed that.. how about other points ?

[@MotorBeam]

The performance is better in the mid-range, the weight increase is less than 10 kgs. Pillion comfort is better than before. Vibes are lesser than before but still there in the top-end.

[@harshnegandhi5063]

MotorBeam thanks a lot guys..

[@xxooxx69]

Harsh Negandhi a

[@pramitnandi865]

i love all things in Duke 390...i love duke series over RC line up

[@MotorBeam]

Same here.

[@pramitnandi865]

MotorBeam yep bro 😀😀😀😀

[@pa-1127]

Why don't they provide built-in GPS tracker ? That would be so useful in city rides.

[@SuperMeesh20]

Nice review 👍 .. that bike is value for money.. actually much more than that..

[@monishm2128]

impressed with the new instrument cluster and your review.. best of the three Duke reviews 👍

[@amalsebastian2380]

I own this bike. This is the king of single cylinder bikes. And its compared with 800 cc bikes. What a bike os this.. #ktm

[@sheruden7]

I own a 2013 Duke 200 as of now. Was very proud to pick first lot of Dukes in india. This orange beauty was a celebrity wherever i go in 2013-2014. Later amount of sales was so high that celebrity status was just gone down little bit. Now after 2017 Duke 250 and 390 version. looks like celebrities will be back on road!!! #LOVEFORDUKE !!!

[@Ashukhan-vq6et]

Why did you skip " hello n welcome to motor beam" i love that part

[@MotorBeam]

Coming in tomorrow's video ;p

[@AnilChavan-wx9wt]

really you r going very fast keep it up and u r making superb videos I love it

[@rajanbhagat5759]

Hey Motorbeam, this one has been the best review video so far. 2017 has got a lot of success for you.. Cheers 🍻 guys ✌

[@speak2faceoff]

I was waiting eagerly for this review. You are the first among all the reviewers. thumbs up for your team

[@sagarmurmu2569]

Which one would you prefer D390 or RE int650?

[@arunk369]

Is KTM Duke 390 suitable for long rides ?? Or should I go for dominar ?? Please advice !!

[@revzzrider]

Nice review bro ! How did you mounted Knee slider on Riding pants ? I mean I never saw Velcro for sliders on pants .

[@MotorBeam]

+Ravi Utkarsh ReVzZ Rider some pants have it.

[@revzzrider]

:( my pants don't have it I think I should stitch velcro on my pants

[@nashlibleo]

Ravi Utkarsh ReVzZ Rider Stitching a knee slider on ur riding pants with a Velcro is a bad idea. Probably (90%) won't stay cos of friction. Might result in an accident too.

[@ProfitSnipper]

Best in class Shape Features Power Worth to buy

[@devilanuj17]

0 TO 60 IN 2.57 AND 0-100 IN 5.75 SEC ,the actual fcuk...!! waiting for a flagship 600cc from KTM endorsed for us like duke390.

[@MotorBeam]

+anuj gupta the Duke 790 - the Scalpel.

[@devilanuj17]

MotorBeam had z800 for a year. I find 600cc to be the sweet spot of everyday biking.

[@nlshjaiswal73]

duke 390 and rc390 which bike is for city and long tour comfort plus lots of bad road conditions please suggest me

[@prashanthrav]

My god! I fell in love with this thing. Till now naked street are not my cup of tea but this thing steals my heart. !!

[@MotorBeam]

+shenbaga pandiyan well said.

[@kailashrajshunmugavel4487]

Dear motorbeam I decided to buy bike But difficult to choose between ktm duke 390 or Apache RR310? Please give your suggestion?

[@casey360360]

Dude.... I REALLY like your reviews, and I seriously didn't expect to.

[@jaypatel90]

I saw many of your reviews, but to be frank, this is the best one so far, nice editing

[@MotorBeam]

+Jay Patel thank you buddy.

[@itsgodzagain]

The review everyone was waiting for *_*

[@MotorBeam]

+sounak bar ✌🏼✌🏼

[@itsgodzagain]

MotorBeam We got a winner in the market. For the 2nd time :D

[@swaikatkazi2537]

Which one should I go for Duke 390 2017 or the RC 390 2017. I think that heat dissipation would be better in Duke.

[@abhishek-pm2zd]

Congratulations fr 150k sub👍have a great journey ahead

[@MotorBeam]

Thank you buddy.

[@eubikedude]

1982 called and they want their sparky sliders back. ;) (Just having fun!)

[@MotorBeam]

Haha.

[@stfilms8185]

The best review from motor beam yet, you guys are notching benchmarks day by day.

[@MotorBeam]

+shankhanil tamuli thank you buddy for the kind words ✌🏼

[@jainabhishek1987]

Hi, nice review, I have a question. I did a test drive of rc 200, and I find that bike a little bit of uncomfortable in driving, as I have to lean forward to ride rc 200, so is duke 390 suitable in riding,? and is duke 390 suitable in traffic and daily riding bike? pls ans as this bike is not available for test ride.

[@hiphopsunday]

Thanks for the review. I'm excited about this bike, but I'm brand new to riding. My question is should I pay more and get the 2017 or is the 2016 good enough for a new rider like me?

[@MotorBeam]

+hiphopsunday go for the 2017 model.

[@dhruvmadaan3276]

Hey could you please tell if we can integrate google maps on the TFT screen via bluetooth or any other way ? Further, kindly share the link for the dubstep playing in the background cuz i liked it. Also, thank you for the review, loved the video, great work!! :)

[@alinarai4393]

What height should be fit for this duke390 2017??....sir

[@bhanusingh5630]

I want to ask is there ll be a all new rc 390 like the duke we have now or shall I wait for new rc or should I go for 2017 rc

[@MotorBeam]

New RC in 2018.

[@sshoaib26]

Very nice review .. Loved it! Haven't you done the review of the 2017 rc 390.?

[@tejaspatil8611]

which one should i buy ktm rc 390 2017 or duke 390 2017

[@siddharthasharma8262]

hey motorbeam what about looks .....most people are thinking about looks so which one is have more owww factire old duke 390 or new 390 please leave comment

[@atulgokuyamaha7]

Please stop this awesome lovely review Faisal or i may cry.........Due to excitement and passion.what a lovely bike.

[@Pronab.chetia]

Hello motobeam is it good for long journey???

[@noyalprakash7982]

Is the engine as refined as the yamaha r3 .Is there any updates for yamaha r 3 this year and will RC 390 GET THIS INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Later this year.........

[@ganeshz8v4]

Hey! Good job, quiet a comprehensive review. It'd be great if you compare this with the outgoing 2016 model, all the pros and cons and whether it's worth it to upgrade. And it'd be helpful if you could discuss the possible crossgrades, that is which accessories of the new duke would fit on the old duke and it'd benefits or something like that. Love all of your reviews btw, bought the old duke 390 a few months ago based on your reviews. Kudos on the great work in simplifying and helping people make an informed decision on their new buy.

[@MotorBeam]

+ganyz8v4 thanks a ton buddy. It's not worth upgrading for old Duke 390 owners.

[@asadahmed6562]

Hello. How comfort is this bike on long distances and what's the mileage?

[@therealb888]

The future is now!. But having a split LED headlight like the dominar, it should have both high and low beam on at the same time. Can't wait for the drag race with the old model.

[@danieledwards9152]

5:00 nice shift LOL

[@kurushunwalla]

Good review, keep it going. Can we remove the orange colored tank shroud? If that is possible, perhaps only the black tank would look more grown up. Please let me know. Thanks

[@prashu5230]

Kurush Unwalla custom wrap is the answer

[@fitonlineshivam]

Which one to buy RC 390 or DUKE 390 Kindly please help because i am confused between these two @motorbeam

[@MotorBeam]

Duke 390.

[@wissamsam3492]

are you certain about the heating issue??. because that was a major problem in previous model

[@AkashPatel-on2gf]

motorbeam u guys always put ur best again appreciable efforts from all other source 😊

[@gk8896]

Hello Motorbeam. Need your advice regarding buying of a new bike. I currently own a Karizma zmr 2014 model. I want to upgrade to a bike which lies in the range of 2lac price bracket. My requirement is low maintenance, reliability, durability & good top end power. Please suggest

[@MotorBeam]

Yamaha FZ25 (doesn't have good top-end power).

[@mohamedsaud8126]

Is It good for starters...?

[@Godswead]

you recommend it as a starter bike?

[@hu5kyy280]

Quality video, man! Quick question, how tall are you? I'm 6 foot and am wondering if this is good for me, as I'm looking for my first bike.

[@MotorBeam]

6.2, it will suit you.

[@csfinallant]

the build quality is good or very bad?

[@rajuchandangiri9971]

hello motorbeam plz suggest dominar400 Or KTM duke390 which is better ....???

[@MotorBeam]

+Raju Chandangiri Duke 390.

[@nikhilb4516]

Loving to watch this old video by Faisal Bhai. ❤️

[@barathrc2585]

How does the new duke 390 attack the corners compared to the old one.. Is the KTM's Tagline - " CORNER ROCKET " justified ?

[@ashishdevesh9934]

Just get it, it's worth every penny; Everytime I ride this it doesn't disappoint loved it.

[@shashankshekhar6017]

nice review ,keep it up bro . duke390 2017 is a beast , if possible do a comparison video between r3 and duke 390 2017

[@maskedcowboy2767]

good job motor beam totally liked it.But is it faster than the old one???🤔

[@nikhilbajjuru4081]

iam planning to buy that bike what about milage in city.....is that bike good for commuting......can you guys tell about pillon seat comfort....or how a person can sit on pillion seat......are there any heating issues near legs

[@Manu-cw3hv]

Everything well explained within 8 min.. and very good review keepitup...

[@indiansuperman8418]

Wow, nice comprehensive review, to all those Yamaha/Honda/Kawasaki fans, the 2017 KTM Duke 390 has shown who is the boss. Now awaiting the BMW G310R.

[@MotorBeam]

The BMW will make things interesting.

[@ravimahara4741]

How comfortable is it? Can it be compared to ahem.... Suzuki gixxer in terms of seating comfort and NVH levels?

[@MotorBeam]

+Ravi Mahara it's comfortable but not as much as the Gixxer. NVH is good but it's not as refined as the Japanese bikes in the segment.

[@sukhrajhundal9415]

Motorbeam Team plz tell which is better rc 390 or duke 390 new models

[@MotorBeam]

+Sukhraj Hundal Duke.

[@sukhrajhundal9415]

MotorBeam video plz

[@vishnusuresh3570]

Ignoring the cosmetic differences which one is the better machine RC390 2017 or the Duke 390 2017 model?

[@MotorBeam]

Duke 390.

[@vishnusuresh3570]

I've always been a sportbike fan and was about to buy the RC390, but this video changed my mind. I'm going to get the Duke. Thanks for the awesome review. :)

[@rayudunukathoti8379]

The motorbeam guys are so experienced in doing wheelies. They can easily do it on a child's tricycle

[@arjunts4816]

think this one is the best review from motorbeam yet. NICE ONE

[@MotorBeam]

+arjun t s thanks buddy, have you seen our Dominar 400 review?

[@arjunts4816]

yeah buddy. Never missed an update from motorbeam!,

[@deepakshah6361]

damn u guys..your review i liked the most out of everyone...cheers to u guys... still waiting for its launch in Nepal...

[@MotorBeam]

+Deepak Shah thank you. Nepal launch in 2018.

[@deepakshah6361]

But booking already started with 50k...and total amount of Rs.6,99,900....

[@surajpradhan8325]

I have yamaha rayz and owning it from last 3 years and have been using for daily commuting and bit of weekend rides...i want to buy ktm duke 390 2017 model...will i b able to handle it..i am 28 years old

[@darksider6390]

#motorbeam should i go for rtr 200 4v or ns 2017 ?? any other recommendation for the same price range??

[@MotorBeam]

Depends on your needs.

[@_shahbaz_shaz]

Put it against old duke 390 in a drag race

[@MotorBeam]

That will be close.

[@_shahbaz_shaz]

MotorBeam but the old will win

[@_shahbaz_shaz]

MotorBeam old model also has higher top end

[@clashott4372]

older dukes are much faster

[@_shahbaz_shaz]

clash ott older ones are very much value for money. the pricing of new model will make us think thrice.

[@shamanth666]

Superb Review... Clear and Detailed information. Thanks for information

[@lime4]

Should I buy the 2018 version of this or the lastest version of the KTM RC 390? One of these will be my first bike btw. I will mostly be riding it in the city AND on highways too. They both are around the same price here in Bangalore. Someone please help me!!

[@the_lonerider]

I think this would be a better upgrade from Avenger street 220 for me as I tour on street 220 mostly but thinking of this bike as it can be my fun bike like for highways.....or city rides..

[@NikulChudasama]

Sir please make KTM RC 390 2017 and KTM DUKE 390 2017 comparison video. I'm confused between two. Its hard to decide which is better for me.

[@MotorBeam]

+Nikul Chudasama go for the Duke.

[@NikulChudasama]

+MotorBeam Thank you so much for your reply.. Now I will go for The Duke without any doubt.

[@akashvulisetty816]

Which one is best r3 or 2017 duke 390 or rc390??

[@SaurabhSingh-et1vm]

We want drag race btwn ktm duke 250 vs cbr 250 r ...btw ...nice review 👍

[@amnatalhamastan6845]

Continue your good work MB....busy dis days you guys.....don't you think display screen is laggy.....needle is much better than flashy TFT....

[@MotorBeam]

+talha mastan thanks. But needle can't do what TFT can.

[@VenkatesaRakshanthB]

motor beam pls tell me the advantages of honda unicorn 160

[@gk8896]

Which bike according to you has good top end power in 2 lac range price. Honda Cbr250r, Dominar, Mojo or any other bike?

[@MotorBeam]

+G K Pulsar RS 200.

[@Sinodasilva]

buddy!! no wheelie this time:(,wonder how is the fueling on this one in stop n go traffic situation compared to 1st gen.sold mine within 90 days of owning 1 for the same . 2yrs bk , nyways would luv 2 see RE 350 REDDITCH REVIEW soon !!!

[@MotorBeam]

The fueling is much better.

[@navedshaikh3113]

thank you so much motorbeam for making this video😍😍😊😚

[@MotorBeam]

+slim shady you are welcome.

[@deepgeny1]

wish the tft scree had navigation support... it would be just AWESOME!!

[@MotorBeam]

+Deep Banerjee it should come in the future.

[@veereshgowda9631]

In RC 390 or Duke 390 whc bike is gud to buy.? could uu make a comparison video plz.!!!

[@MotorBeam]

2017 Duke 390.

[@akshaysinha1993]

Nice review mate, covered almost all the aspects. And you covered the new console in really nice detail. i wish you addressed the elephant in the room- Does the new model justify Rs 30,000 hike in price and 10 kg increment in weight?? is it worth 75,000 over the Dominar ABS? #MotorBeam

[@MotorBeam]

+Akshay Sinha yes the new model does justify the increase in price.

[@hasanabbas4011]

Awesome! Your best review. 5:59 sound was awesome!

[@anujagarwal6631]

now this is one heck of a video review 😍motorbeam keep it up

[@MotorBeam]

+Anuj Agarwal thank you buddy.

[@elavarasanc1831]

Duke 390 the beastttttt🤩🤩🤩😎😎😎😎😎😎always great performance 😍😍 please give away your one plus 6T for meee...

[@tulsiprajapati8009]

KTM DUKE 2018 is my favourate bike which i want to buy

[@imperia6368]

No traction control , cornering abs, Quickshifter? Like 390 adv

[@NinjaThug]

LOVED the video man! But why didn't you talk about the RIDING MODES. 😭😭😭 Nobody talks about it. And what about the SLIPPER CLUTCH? Can we downshift without using CLUTCH while keeping the throttle going?

[@DhanilVira]

NinjaThug The riding modes are actually the ABS modes for the bike.

[@thangkirbuaiabuaia1812]

calm and cool but at the same time very exciting. nice review dear faisal. love you

[@MotorBeam]

+Thangkirbuaia Buaia we love you too.

[@LifeOnTwoWheels]

does it have riding modes?

[@anujanadkat134]

Thank you soo much Motorbeam!👄

[@kinitushar3935]

Nice cornering 😍👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻