3 reasons to not buy one | KTM 390 Duke FAQ #3

As lovely as the 390 Duke can be, it isn't for everyone. One. It does run hot and you will feel on your legs in city traffic, especially when stopped. Especially if you cannot be bothered to be in riding gear all the time. The shorts and flip-flops brigade -- heat is hardly the big issue -- will suffer on the 390 for sure. Two. It can be all calm and smooth but the 390 generally urges you to go faster and can be deceptively fast. It needs skill to ride well and concentration to ride, all the time. It's quite the commitment. Three. The 390 began in 2013 at a great price point. But today, the 390 Duke is a reasonably expensive purchase. Consider point two... the Duke 250 is quite a bit less intense to ride, but not slow and might be a better buy for many.
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[@wanabrider]

Why should i not buy a Duke390 Log chhapri bolenge ❎ Petrol prices ❎ Bike khareedne ke paise nahi hein ✅😂

[@motorinc]

😂

[@THEPOWERTHROTTLE]

❤❤

[@atifhossain9852]

Last wala sab relate kar sakte hai 🤣🤣

[@street-0-boy652]

Dog's bark 🤔u don't need to give a FK

[@wanabrider]

@@street-0-boy652 nah bro, its not about the chhapri thing. It's just that the bike costs too much for most of the middle class families to afford 🤣🥲🖐️

[@anchitbose4151]

It's expensive here but in European countries the 390 duke is considered to be one of the best beginners motorcycle.

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@harshitchauhan3771]

yeah and then they ride this in Indian traffic...🙂🙂🙂

[@sandaarmomoisbabaal]

​@REIZO it is a troll made by yammie noob

[@itzerisadomeeiot4980]

i dont see 200cc upp to 400cc to be a beginner in our country most riders drive it hard without braking and late braking on tight corners specialy on public roads maybe your country has a strict regulation those bikes has limits while our country has to much to prove it depends on your skill

[@beluga2857]

​@@sandaarmomoisbabaal dumb ways to die

[@harishshinde15hs]

Point 3 is a good point actually It will make chapari gang stay away from this great machine

[@motorinc]

😊

[@muchiro1456]

Abhi chapri log baap ko bol kar emi mein bhi chalate h.. bikes aint chapri the one who rides carelessly are the chapris

[@kishan5481]

Ye log kabhi bhi second hand karidthehe 😂

[@bullymaguire431]

Bhai wo baap dada ki jamin bech k le he lete h 😂. Maine bahut se chappriyo k pas dekha h 390

[@gobimurugesan2411]

Sounds racist bro or something against poor people. And motorinc is ok with this?...😮

[@EthanForgy]

I like how whenever I watch Indian videos it’s like a whole different world of motorcycles here in the states if you’re on anything but a 600+ you’re seen as a beginner unless you’re on the track makes me appreciate what we have here big bikes just sound so good

[@stenyethanmathews945]

@@EthanForgy it's because of the road infrastructure in India. I just got back to the states after a long trip in India. The bikers, vehicle drivers, taxis, even pedestrians r next lvl lol. U basically need constant situational awareness there otherwise u dead. Ppl constantly trying to overtake u on a 1 lane road while going up or down a mountain, not knowing if there'll be a pedestrian in the middle of the road right after coming out of a curve. Ye, if u can ride or drive in India ur an expert lol

[@noname-tx6cq]

lucky you boy.... india don't even have a proper roads to ride big bikes

[@me_roving]

Got them both bs4 duke 390 and bs6 adv 390. Never ran out of fun and enthusiasm. Very spirited machine. The duke is mad

[@motorinc]

Wow! Garage and a half! 😊

[@Hawker-metal]

❤Love from China

[@knowledgeispower2288]

​@@Hawker-metalwhat??? China allows youtube??

[@SonyBravia65]

@@knowledgeispower2288VPN

[@M.K__]

​@@knowledgeispower2288 looks like his comment exposed him as using KZbin and bro got banned

[@debopriyoroy]

This absence of the background sound makes this video intense to watch

[@motorinc]

💯

[@loeil666]

TikTok gave you ADHD

[@JH09SUMIT]

Reason 4. The new model is just around the corner

[@motorinc]

😊

[@srisairampraveenganisetti]

And new one absolutely sucks

[@JH09SUMIT]

​@@mohitbajaj6532 He took a test ride on his keyboard

[@sayantanchatterjee3626]

@@srisairampraveenganisettithis comment aged like milk with the lid left open

[@FragYT-wh7lb]

​@@srisairampraveenganisetti just wait for powertronic to tune it

[@saswatmishra2759]

I have a 2018 BS4 Duke 390, was looking to upgrade to Z900 or Street Triple RS, but sold it and got a CB300R, since budget was cut for a superbike, as I bought a MG ZS EV. CB300R is much better than Duke 390 in city riding conditions, as this bike has great initial torque which was lacking in Duke 390, in Duke 390 you have to downshift gears whenever you slow down, otherwise the engine will start jerking if you try to pull it in a higher gear. In CB300R its much better, the bike will pull from a higher gear at low speeds without any stress.

[@vishweshwarrao5864]

Whenever I see Shumi.... I feel that a teacher is better than two books.... Really.... The way you put all the info is another level.... Love from Hyderabad ❤ Want more videos like this

[@motorinc]

Thanks Vishweshwar! Glad you're loving MotorInc!

[@themdivision8079]

You need huge ice cubes to own and ride this monster on the limits.

[@motorinc]

💯

[@axel3895]

How is this a monster

[@tangetaier1783]

​@@axel3895Indians call 150cc bike beasts also 😂 and cute 390 is monster for em😭

[@mayur5021]

​@@tangetaier1783 sad lyf 😢 these taxes suvks

[@kishore-uw8uq]

@@tangetaier1783 😂😂😂

[@SouravSatvaya]

250 Duke is the best Duke IMO but KTM always reduce some of its features just to sell more 390 Duke, especially the meter console.

[@motorinc]

Yes. There are definitely gaps in the KTM India product packaging strategy

[@amaangaur3850]

I know IMO means "in my opinion" but why do you generic quora guys use this abbreviation everywhere

[@thereckon3592]

​@@amaangaur3850"generic quora guys"? "imo" has been used since sms were popular.

[@BravoZeroSeven07]

Your riding gear match the bike,so cleaannn 🔥🔥🔥

[@motorinc]

Thank you 🙌

[@NishantKumar-yq8mj]

One of the reasons to buy is having the only machine present on the road at that moment that nobody would be able to mess with.

[@motorinc]

It is one of the most potent motorcycles in India for sure

[@selvingreen3585]

I don't care what the people think about ktm's rider, calling "chhapri". I've ridden my friend's 390 duke. So good, lightweight, easy to ride and yet so much fun, I think from now on I'll always recommend KTM to any beginner biker or someone who's looking to break the monotony in their rides. I love it. The only reason I don't have one is due to money, but I hope soon I get a chance to own a brand new one.

[@kksoul4774]

@@selvingreen3585 Agree. But sometimes people will talk negatively about the bike because they don't have money. Almost everyone wants to buy a higher CC bike because of the money some start negative talks about the bike. I'm not rich or poor but I think in this way from my point of view.

[@Shillong-2024]

Best channel out there

[@motorinc]

Thank you so much!

[@drgunit893]

I disagree with this , I’ve got a 2021 Duke 390 and imo it does not run hot on top of that I feel like it is actually very easy and manageable in the city. Then again I live in Switzerland so this may affect things. Cheers !

[@motorinc]

Hello from India. Yes, engine heat in our conditions is a whole another thing!

[@drgunit893]

@@motorinc Yes that is definetly a factor. I can't imagine what a Ducati must be like to ride in India.

[@motorinc]

The Multi V4s (Shumi rides one) do okay. The Panigales fry legs like nothing else 😂

[@RBJLetsUnravel]

I bought 250 because i feel I am nt yet skilled enough to handle 390… Preparing for sessions in riding school an then a bigger bike 😊..I have no shame in admitting that I need to learn to ride a performance bike though I have been riding past 15years…

[@seewhyaneyesee]

Hi, how is the torque on the 250? I am juggling between to get the 250 or the 390... Previous bike i had was Duke 200 bs4, the torque was good back then on the 200.. the newer 200 ones have trimmed out on the torque

[@RBJLetsUnravel]

@@seewhyaneyesee How do I answer this? I was riding Avenger for 6years and from there to Duke 250…its a joy ride for me every time I ride it.. Torque is adequate, u can pop a wheelei at 8-8.5k…get a super quick start on signals and never feel lagging.. but all this is my experience…Take a test ride, rent a bike for a day and decide..I hv no clue wht changed from bs4 to bs6…

[@twowheeledparadox]

​@@seewhyaneyeseeI went from a first gen BS3 200 Duke to a BS4 390 Duke. I was not very happy. The BS4 is too civilized. The BS3 390 was a wild machine and felt like a more powerful version of the 200 Duke. The BS4 feels watered down. If you have a BS4 200 Duke, do NOT get the 250. It won't feel like much of an upgrade. I have never ridden a 250 but I am sure it is kess powerful than the 390. Maybe wait for the upcoming platform?

[@motorinc]

RBJ! Good to see you again! We love the thought-through attitude. The 250 to 390 as it is today is not a big step although the 390 is quite a bit more aggressive. The 250 is a very very good machine though. It's not as angry as the 390 but it isn't slow either. As much as we're enthralled by the 390, we do recommend the 250 a lot!

[@that390guy7]

I got the angry one😅😅 ! It just wants to go fast every freakinn time❤❤

[@federicocao574]

It's true, it always what's to go fast, it's a high reving bike, below 4/5 k rpms feels wobbly

[@motorinc]

It should wobble. But yes it does feel unhappy

[@darshith446]

Enjoyed the ktm 390full video .can I expect Video of ktm 390adventure vs 390adventure x ?

[@motorinc]

No clue when the test bikes are coming Darshith!

[@misscasual9066]

I own ... Bs4 d90 .. everything u told is right sir ❤

[@motorinc]

Thanks!

[@niravniru]

I bought 390 in 2020 finally after seeing shumi gushing so much about it. He's right about it's acceleration if you're not consentrating you will pay for it. I paid the price for it riding reckless and broke my shoulder

[@RC-br1ps]

Good thing it was not your head. Lots of young Indian's take a short cut out of life or full physical functionality thanks to ignoring riding skills and not using riding gear.

[@motorinc]

Glad you're okay!

[@kaeshur_koder]

Other brands are liie, bro we need to take care of vibrations and shit, meanwhile KTM's are like I don't care about that, all we want is performance.

[@ManojKumar-qc5zx]

Your voice is strangely soothing

[@rahuldamala7021]

Great video quality production

[@motorinc]

Thanks a ton! We'll pass your compliments on to the team!

[@animealpha4795]

Shumi trying his hardest to sound unbiased while trying to gatekeep the 390 is beautiful. Shows how much he loves and respects it.

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@RahulMRox]

390 owners purchase it to enjoy the sensation of riding a superbike.

[@motorinc]

♥️

[@KyleAgustin-j9g]

Yes

[@pranavmoghe2040]

Riding since 2015 and 94,000 kms on odo going strong ❤❤.

[@motorinc]

Wow! Let us know when you hit 1 lakh kms.

[@akshaydeshmukh7046]

Now I wonder why all the teenagers riding it getting killed all the time. Indeed a deadly combo

[@motorinc]

This is a overblown idea. It’s not as common as you think. But motorcycles as a mode of transport isn’t forgiving by nature.

[@Heartless-pb8vw]

What ever ur barking .. now its one of the best selling bike…😂😂❤❤

[@sherabdorjee4966]

Motorcycles are for pros and not for immature people . I have seen careless drunk and hooligans get into accidents.

[@motorinc]

Which is why the last line in the video... 😊

[@rishabkumar3713]

Time Saver explanation 🙌

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@thegreatestofalltime777]

Reason no 1. I don't want to look chapri.😂 My brother has one though, it gets hot, seat is high, suspension is stiff, less milage, not for city ride.

[@motorinc]

Thanks for letting us know!

[@gamingcode1256]

U can only look chapri if u want to dude bike doesnt matter😂

[@thegreatestofalltime777]

@@gamingcode1256 bro I'm only 5'6" skinny dude. I'm thinking of purchasing hunter 350 or TVS Ronin. I have 2008 Yamaha FZ and a Honda Dio. If i want to ride 390 i have my brother's.

[@Abhi-lf1un]

​@@thegreatestofalltime777 Wait for new Honda cruiser instead of Ronin. Ronin vibrates like crazy after crossing 75-80. For metro city traffic regular commutes, it's good.

[@maxtan7493]

John abraham also has duke 390! does that mean he's a chapri.

[@rajendrasethi8911]

1. Petrol price ❌❎.Bike khareedne ke liye paise nhi Hein ✅😅😂 . 2. But Nice looking 😍☺️

[@akashagarwal3099]

In 2015 when i purchased my rc 200 its onroad price in hyd was 1.95 approx and at that time 390 was just 30-40k costlier than rc 200

[@motorinc]

Yup! Prices will always go up! 😊

[@alenvlogs242]

This is for Highway and for race not for local roads and jam... It's hot in traffic and loud fan sound..

[@motorinc]

Most of the faster bikes do make both heat and loud fan sounds (and the 390 is _very_ loud for sure!)

[@DaudKhan-dn1sj]

I was planning to get one but since yamaha is about to launch mt03 very soon. So i think i will go with mt03 coz engine is smooth and refined and much more reliable compared to duke 390.

[@shree397]

1 Reason is enough: Single Cylinder (apart from that its an amazing bike)

[@MikBan]

At first I found my 250 to be a deceptively fast bike, considering I was used to the throttle inputs of a 150cc bike. I can imagine how the 390 can be a handful with someone who rings the throttle.

[@motorinc]

Yes. It’s quite the step!

[@malrobles]

"I dont want peace. i want problems, always." - wise man from the internet

[@disaffectedmale]

It's built by people who wear flip flops on a motorcycle and therefore likely to have the reliability of an undiscovered WWII bomb.

[@throttleup23390]

yes agreed, 250 duke is a better option for new bike riders.

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@Abhishek-kj6pl]

The chappri tag along with it is a good enough reason , rest 3 are irrelevant.

[@chinmaya_.pradhan]

Imagine Duke 390 Electric version with 10kWh battery pack. 😍😍😍

[@motorinc]

Insane! 5 lakh rupees and no touring ability but acceleration! 😂

[@chinmaya_.pradhan]

@@motorinc 10kWh can easily give 200 to 270km range if we drive at 60 to 80kmph. And 270 to 320km range if we drive at 50kmph. Just a rough estimates.

[@xyrides6876]

ktm duke 200 is also hot, aggressive and expensive to maintain yet very lovely

[@digvijaysingh6738]

650 GT best buy in segment

[@motorinc]

Yes, being a 650cc bike, the GT seems to offer a lot for the money. But, the KTM 390 Duke is a complete different bike in every aspect.

[@mackisbrocklesnar]

KTM is too volatile and takes lot of efforts to stay calm and composed on city roads.

[@uma6390]

Still waiting for a review on Honda CB 300F by shubhabrata😢

[@motorinc]

Still waiting for test bikes!

[@manthenvashishth3769]

I'd still love the duke 390 anyways and buy it one day.

[@motorinc]

♥️ Best of luck Manthen!

[@MuhammedShafiS]

Mileage is a big issue for most people. Even if I somehow manage to buy one. I cant feed this beast. ❤

[@motorinc]

Our soaring fuel rates is a concern.

[@JagathPrasanna]

Good point. But what is mileage difference between 250 and 390?

[@motorinc]

About 8-10kmpl depending on how you ride

[@certifiedhoodclassic7833]

I'd like a video on a Honda cb300r, recently sold my triumph tiger and I'm looking for something more convenient for commuting that's light but powerful. I'm very interested in the Honda because of it

[@m.rraghav817]

Good bike, quick, zippy, smooth but if your tall it can be a bit cramped

[@certifiedhoodclassic7833]

@@m.rraghav817 I'm 6 feet I'll have to try it out once i guess

[@motorinc]

Best of luck CHC! Let us know how the test rides goes!

[@certifiedhoodclassic7833]

@@motorinc went and gave it a try and i loved it. It's a Honda alright, smooth and refined engine, but crazy low to medium end acceleration. I test rode a Duke 390 before and this thing is just as crazy but doesn't have the same pull as the Duke after the first 120km/h. Build quality is amazing and so are the ergonomics. I didn't find anything wrong with the seating and height and I'm used to my feet being planted firmly on every bike i ride. Definitely my top buy right now while i try to test ride a Ninja 300 and a Yamaha R3 2023

[@apolloxlix679]

​@@certifiedhoodclassic7833adding my two cents, i think you would be much happier with the cb rather than the r3 or ninja. the latter two are more powerful but they make their power way up in the rev range. if you are someone who enjoys hitting the redline and dont mind sacrificing low-end power, it wont really matter much but just from my POV the honda is way more fun. and its light af too, around 150kgs wet, so a lot more manouverable

[@cuteemz939]

2 point is amazing.....its highly powerful machine and not everybody can handle this beast😂🔴

[@motorinc]

♥️

[@gianni9648]

Highly powerful? It has only 44cv💀

[@Zeeshanammar577]

Sir please do R3

[@motorinc]

Once its launched!

[@ThunderApache]

What are common issues to look for, if I’m buying this model used?

[@Heroji04]

Needs frequent gear changing..

[@motorinc]

Yes it doesn't like being left in one gear for sure!

[@varun1036]

They should give a BTO for Duke 390. I'm sure most of us will not take their full package lol. We can buy it at less than 3 lakhs OTR by cutting down quick shifter, taking a basic display and avoiding a few safety tech

[@motorinc]

If only mass manufacturing was that flexible!

[@varun1036]

@@motorinc somewhere someone's gotta start 😅 The catch should be waiting period, where customers must be willing to wait for their spec of the vehicle

[@austriarider]

The first reason is not 100% true, since many other bikes run way hotter than this one (and flip-flops are a no-go a bike anyway). The second reason is exactly why I bought this bike. And the third reason is more personal thing.

[@April.Jackie23]

Point 2 is exactly why i want it

[@motorinc]

FAQ Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLr0Tor0L-2JMNlYXHOl4aL4h9BcjGLJ6- 2017-22 390 Duke Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5KvfWmCq7ODfKM 2014 KTM 390 Duke: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnXQoHSFnNp6mKs

[@DCW_B63]

Bruh 😂 you're saying not to buy a 390cc duke meanwhile i was super pissed off because there's no 650 cc 750cc and finally ktm super duke 1290 in india ... Duke 390 is a decent small machine there's no reason not to buy it

[@motorinc]

kzbin.info6hR2dx5mwNk?feature=share These are the reasons to buy a KTM 390 Duke.

[@sahilmeena8018]

It's rather big for Indian traffic and road conditions.

[@gur262]

​@@sahilmeena8018it's not bigger than the 125

[@sexiestdogalive4420]

@@gur262he meant the engine

[@surajdowarah72]

1st ; it gets overheated 2nd: engine won’t let you ride slow 3rd: can feel pain in hand while riding slow 4: Vibrations 5: very low mileage however it’s justified as it produces hell of acceleration 6: Not practical for people living in rural areas Although I don’t own a duke 390 but I’ve ridden Several times and as a Ns 200 owner i can confirm these disadvantages!!

[@motorinc]

Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@pranavhb1716]

if you ride Any bike above the 300cc category in the summer heat in 2024 you are quite literally getting baked alive

[@abdulm_7]

No feel from the 250, want to feel the pull of a beast? Buy a duke 390. Rocket 🔥 best sprinter.

[@motorinc]

Yes. The 250 generates less feelings... and there are riders who want the pace and the light-footed feeling without the _pull_ of the 390. For them, the 250 usually proves awesome

[@rocka07]

The heat is cause Indians cant ride it in full capacity. So its a bike to "race" mostly not so easy to have it in heavy traffic. But KTM really needs to improve it due to your use there.

[@sakshisurve1738]

Once my friend got his ktm I stopped talking to him people started to call him chapri and 2 months later he was brutally crushed by a truck rip

[@motorinc]

That’s terrible!

[@abinvarkey2331]

Wtf

[@abinvarkey2331]

@@arindamadhikary1844 yea i was like WTF on how she speaks about her "friend" like that

[@faizakram1063]

You are the kind of friend everyone says to stay away from

[@amaangaur3850]

U deserve worse fate

[@shreyandidolkar3906]

Location this video was short : belapur navi mumbai exact location : near bridge connecting belapur and jnpt

[@motorinc]

Thanks Shreyan!

[@mukulbedwa]

right you can't ride this bike slow .This is a missile always ready to launch. Or we can say always force you to launch.. :D

[@motorinc]

Exactly !

[@christopherjongte865]

Shumi comes in clutch again, keeping it simple and straightforward. 👏🙏

[@motorinc]

🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@CaesarsGhos.]

Bought a kawa 300 instead as it sounds much better and got a decent engine

[@nirmalable1]

Said correct, I experience the same in my Dominar as traveling on a boiling pan

[@suprovatmisra9076]

Make one about the adv version❤❤

[@motorinc]

Soon!

[@santoshkjadhav7306]

KTM too hot so My friend installed 2 radiator fans on his 2017 390 Duke all by himself we both was Superbike riders he owned many bike like Aprilia rsv4 Ninja Zx10r busa he is no more RIP Kiran 😢 miss you bro

[@motorinc]

Sorry to hear about your friend Santosh

[@youu11]

Only chapris buy KTM .

[@harshalgandhi1140]

I owned ktm duke 200 from 2016 feb Agree with all the point specially heat issue is there in summers 200 is great with amazing pickup And sound of 2015 model was real good now a days because of govt. Restriction sound is just normal And yes 390 is another level Think too hard before buying not for city rides

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@berkyberry]

Why isn't 390 for city rides? Hard to maintain low speed? I am thinking RC200 vs RC390..

[@harshalgandhi1140]

@@berkyberry go with ktm 250 2024 awesome bike

[@lawahanglimbu6220]

Every bike in different country has affordable bikes availabe to public, but damn in nepal everything is costly. When they are imported inside coutly, it is literally sold double the price of it's actual price. E.g : 250000k valuation bike becomes 430000k or 450000k valuation bike. Just imagine where did that money is being add up.

[@GHOSTFROMUK]

No one will buy this f##k

[@ritvikthakur2445]

Hey Shumi, I am planning to buy a bike around 3 to 4,00,00 rupees and I am confused between KTM Duke 390 or Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 (also confused between buying to go with the alloy wheels 2023 version or old metal wheels version because it looks better[mr.clean] than the alloys) Can you help me out please.

[@Anonymous_0913]

If you want hassle free ownership don’t buy Enfield. And if wanna ride in city and not long rides to unexplored places. Then only buy enfield, it’s eye catching.

[@twowheeledparadox]

If you want a relaxed, torquey engine, get the 650. That bike is all about that gem of an engine! If you want razor sharp handling and don't mind working the engine and gearbox, get the 390. If the 390 is what you want, you might want to wait for the upcoming all new version. The current BS6 one is plagued by stalling issues.

[@Anonymous_0913]

@@twowheeledparadox Is D390 engine , this much unreliable?

[@twowheeledparadox]

@@Anonymous_0913 The stalling is not a reliability issue. The engine can potentially stall while changing gears. For some 390 owners it has been fixed by changing the clutch lever switch and for others by cleaning or replacing the throttle body. Installing a Race Dynamics FuelX also helps.

[@motorinc]

What would you like to do with the bike, Ritvik?

[@spectator6445]

I ride it almost every day and the heat is barely noticable. It's an extremely fun and responsive bike! Wouldn't change it for the world.

[@motorinc]

Glad you like it.

[@Mehvishkhatoon178]

Only one reason : छपरीपना

[@Anonymous_0913]

I have Himalaya and recently I rode a 2300 KM ride in rented D390, from Assam to Meghalaya and every passing day I curse my decision to buy Himalaya. D390 is pure drug and so addicted.

[@motorinc]

😊♥️

[@Mr_Upadhyay2004]

If You want you could try the Yezdi Adventure or 390 Adventure those are also good.

[@mithun632]

Brother, every machine has some good or bad and 390 is 390.

[@IDGAF-]

Recently upgraded to bullet from active and now planning for some Fast Vroom vroom From Dug Dug

[@motorinc]

😂

[@KPMACHINE1]

I treat these unsubstantiated click bait videos all the same. It’s like the government, if you tell me I don’t need it then I want and need it! I’m Buying one this week!

[@motorinc]

Oh good. Best of luck KPMachine! Also, then you'd better not see the other videos we made on the KTM 390 Duke... because they might tell you the reasons to actually buy one, forcing you to cancel your purchase if we follow your logic 🤣

[@gamingwithmadesh7512]

Always dream bike and mass bro bike bro and this is correct procedure bro thanks for putting always love this bike Duke 390 single cylinder monster 👿⚡

[@Spartan538]

I ride the duke 390 2023 dark 🌑... I love it❤

[@motorinc]

❤️

[@C.A.MARSUPIAL]

I've never felt the heat from my 2021 390. I live in Australia. It might be a India thing with your temperature

[@motorinc]

Yup indeed it is. It’s ambient heat that makes it a worry

[@SAADSHAIKH886]

My 390 is giving an angry look to me rn

[@motorinc]

Ask it to watch the rest of the FAQ series here: bit.ly/ktm390dukefaq 😊

[@jaffarsadiq793]

Plz make video on ns200

[@Vallabha_Sayar]

But I want someone/something that challenges me. Hot air on my legs, faster than the speed my brain can perceive and control? I've never shied away from an intimidating situation so I'm sure this intimidating machine will be the right thing for me to tame and make it all mine!

[@Vallabha_Sayar]

@@sathyaki maybe I forgot to mention "calculated risks" but sure, you're entitled to your own opinions and I shall not dispute it. Thanks for your concern though. I've been living on the edge since forever and I'm still thriving. I have a track record for thriving. Your concern is greatly appreciated!

[@Anonymous_0913]

Believe me D390 is a drug. You’ll get addicted

[@motorinc]

Taming suggests an adversarial relationship though. Wouldn't a word that suggests synergy and mutual growth be a better description for the process of living with a challenging motorcycle?

[@Vallabha_Sayar]

@@motorinc this definitely is a better relationship!

[@surajmadhu-techgobbler]

Would you recommend the newer gen dukes over the older ones for a used bike buy for a taller rider (6ft) Not considering the other parameters but just based in size and comfort for a taller rider.

[@motorinc]

Yes. Post 2017s accommodate taller riders quite a bit better

[@GrimmMica]

Do bikes that demands high rev for best performance, has long engine life ?

[@motorinc]

Yes! They need some care and attention so the fluids are always topped up and as fresh as they can be etc. but modern engines are hard to kill

[@Hestirix_plays]

The reasons youve told me are the reasons i want it 😂😂😂😂😂. Its fast and requires skill. It gets a bit hot so that turns my brother off from wanting to touch it. Its expensive so its definitely a flex when people ask you how much you got it. Am sorry man. Those are 3 reasons i want to buy the 390 duke

[@that390guy7]

390 duke isn’t dangerous bro, its just you need skills to ride it . Tbh, it really doesn’t like to go slow. Done 20k on it! ❤

[@motorinc]

Needs skills to ride it is spot on!

[@arghajitguha4563]

It's for chapri.. that's all😂

[@motorinc]

🤦🏽‍♂️

[@RishabBanotra]

1. Has the Ktm Adventure 390 same issues ? 2. Would love if you make video on Adv 390 and adv 390x

[@brendonfernandes2877]

No. Other than the heat the KTM is a lot calmer and slower than the Duke as the gearing and the sprockets are different. However the high seat height can pose a problem for short people

[@RishabBanotra]

@@brendonfernandes2877 then i won't be having any problem with the seat 😅 Thankyou for the insight 😄👍

[@motorinc]

Similar yes, but the Duke's smaller size magnifies some of the issues for sure. Adv videos will only happen once we get test bikes

[@carter0077]

250 doesn't give the power of 390 🚀

[@SaravanaKumarT-mt7yd]

I planned to buy duke 200..but after 390 new version update came .i have confusion...can i buy current model or wait for upcoming duke 200 ? Please reply it will help me.will it take too long to launch

[@motorinc]

It’ll def take at least a year, maybe more for the updated 200 to show up

[@ankitrawat4736]

I have new RC 390 but it heats like hell. Ktm needs to work on it.

[@motorinc]

Where do you feel it the most? Feet? Calf muscles? And when do you feel it? In slow traffic? Stopped at traffic lights?

[@Jackal9405]

It runs lean for emission reasons, nothing KTM can do, it will run colder if you tune the fueling (power commander)

[@thangamuthurichard]

I just love your content. Help me buy a good bike.. I have a budget of 2.5L and can extend upto 3L. I love long rides and usually a solo rider or a Duo.. I owned a 2006 Karizma, 2014 bullet 500 and 1st edition Yezdi Adventure.. I sold them all.. But I feel that the phase 2 of Yezdi Adventure is better and smoother.. Need your advise

[@samimahmed7517]

Concentration and skills are needed to ride this powerful machine, well said.

[@motorinc]

👍

[@saptarshideb2082]

plus, the seat height is bonkers.

[@motorinc]

Bonkers? 390? No. It's a bit tall. But we always say this: if short riders learn to ride tall bikes (it's a skill -- lots of information online), then seat height is a non-issue

[@saptarshideb2082]

@@motorinc The story somewhat changes with a pillion and luggage. The balance shifts and we are much more prone to falling.

[@motorinc]

That’s what the preload is for! Crank it up!