New KTM Duke 390 (Slipper Clutch) : Review : PowerDrift

[@powerdriftofficial]

The Duke 390 has managed to impress everyone with its performance per rupee quotient. In its new, 2016 avatar, the hot favorite Duke has got some cosmetic and functional upgrades, the biggest one being the slipper clutch. And this comes at no extra price! We find out how the new Duke 390 fares.

[@powerdriftofficial]

***** Thank you and remember to #Subscribe for a lot more!

[@NoughtVun]

So those pirelli tyres better than the metzelers? O.o

[@sirquasm2913]

Gandhar Sawant Rosso IIs are better than M5s but M7RR which are also available for those sizes are much, much better than both Rosso II and M5 ;) Pirelli owns Metzeler by the way.

[@darrylshabong7628]

PowerDrift My friend recently bought the 2015 d390 as well. I love the bike...one problem tho its the sound. I prefer the old ones with the louder rougher sound. Will it eventually sound like the old ones in time?

[@NoughtVun]

Korhan Ertok but are those tyres available in india?

[@fakawmasama163]

Good old days. Love to see these two together again in 2021

[@calebachhakchhuak4940]

😄👍

[@rocketbunny1545]

2022

[@aarsh1902]

2023 too 😂

[@speed22332]

2024❤

[@aarsh1902]

Owner of slipper clutch version and watching this video again in 2019 just love the reviews of these old dukes. Tbh, I've grown old with this machine and couldn't imagine my life without this little monster. This machine always made me smile through thick and thin and it has the character to take out the children within you in a flick of your wrist, trust me its an honest confession after an ownership of 4yrs. Anyone who's reading this if you wish buy one they're cheap at secondhand market and preserve her she deserves all the pampering and you'll ever regret. The decision of buying one is what I'll always cherish and thanks to powerdrift for this review it did help. Thanks Sarge the pdarmy misses you. P.s: do read the pros and cons before buying one. If you can accept her for the way she is, she will serve you well.

[@sylvan143]

I do

[@1forged_piston]

@Halpa halpa get bs4 model that's more refined .

[@droid6759]

​@@1forged_pistonbut heavier. So robbs the peppy nature.

[@kshitijsharma26]

@aarsh1902 getting a Duke 390 BS3 2014 For 1 Lakh, what opinions? Bike's clean w records and 40k ridden.

[@aarsh1902]

@kshitijsharma26 look for white smoke and check for any cracks at the air filter box. If thrs any crack, it'll start throwing white smoke sooner or later. This means a block/piston replacement. Check for the history if any air filter box replacement is done or block/piston is replaced. No white smoke or airfilter block piston replacement done thn go ahead and also if you have no issues with the engine being worked on you can still buy one and enjoy her as it is. Always keep an eye on the airfilter box crack.

[@UjjawalKashyap]

Amazing video as usual...LOL at the entry made by Sagar! ;)

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Ujjawal Kashyap Thank you! :)

[@TheAbhizzzzzz]

1:40 That's the reason why I'm here again and again..!! had been watching all the 3 duke 390 videos by PD back to back!!

[@Prabhath_the_Dawn]

Well I'm sure the bike is awesome, but I came here to congratulate the camera person, colorist, director for the amazing efforts you've portrayed with your presentations. 😃👍👍👍 Great team! I just hope you'll soon be recognised globally! Cheers!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Prabhath MP Thank you for the appreciation! Cheers!

[@RM1LLER]

Hello, i watch this in the Netherlands. Love it..keep up the good work! Your vids are awesome to watch! I realy like the duke 390..i think i want one. My bike is a Triumph Trident 900 100bhp.. Nice bike but to heavy to have some fun in the corners... 😉👍

[@stickvortex]

RM1LLER I personally would recommend a duke 690 rather than a 390 if you are moving down from a bigger bike, since you may get bored with the 390's limited top speed and acceleration!

[@sheikhsaki3524]

***** is it worth according to its price...I am 16 n I wanted to know shud I go for ktm rc 390 or duke 390 ...I am a huge fan of your videos ...especially u Sagar ...

[@bendover-bz4bc]

Robert Moolenaar get some 600cc naked street fighter. Maybe fz07 or sv650 . 390 is little underpowered. I mean yeah they are well powered but 600cc's are way to go if you really want to enjoy highway and corners at the sams time

[@vikaskage3903]

@@sheikhsaki3524 Go for Duke 390 instead RC bcoz it's way too uncomfortable

[@anandhu1126]

*Still watching in 2020 😍 Really missing the beast* bs3 390😖

[@1forged_piston]

I still own it

[@eswar2294]

i own it! 😍

[@GAURAV93289018]

You PowerDrift PowerDrift Official guys cant make a video without nailing it , can you? If you guys were listed on a stock exchange, i would have bought all of them.

[@powerdriftofficial]

Gaurav agarwall Like they say, When you love something, it shows ;)

[@sriramprasath4397]

Gotta admit, you guys make the best motorcycle reviews. The music, the video and the way you put it together, your take at any review is simply fantastic. I enjoy all your videos and would love to see more like this. Thanks and good job!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Sriram Prasath Thank you! That comment is gold for us! :)

[@mindflayer412]

How can someone just Hate this video >.< >.< >.< >.< ... love the video guys *_* A quick question though ! Its gonna be my life's first bike ... I am from Kolkata .. so do u guys recommend this bike ?? I love ktm and duke 200 is very common nwdays so ..

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Anirban Mukherjee Thank you! The bike is very powerful and that you will have to take care of if it is your first bike. Ride safe! :)

[@mindflayer412]

Yes !! I will take great care of her :) and thanksss alot :)

[@harshangtrivedi4508]

Hi i have just bought KTM Duke 390 2015 in May 2015... And glad to inform that i am the first one in Ahmadabad having Slipper Clutch... And my experience of riding is too good... While downshifting in cornering i can literally feel the difference... My friends having previous Duke 390 and a good rider have just driven my bike and they got very impressed with changes my bike's engine have...!!!! #PDArmy

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Harshang Trivedi Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Ride safe.

[@SP3Rides03]

I currently own an Apache RTR 180 which is about 5 and a half years old and was amongst the best motorcycles to ride in India at the time, I've done numerous trips especially around Western and Southern India and I just love it for its Handling that being said I recently had a test ride on the Duke 390 and boy did it blow my mind, Insane power, good braking(yes maybe the initial bite could have been better but then again its progressively very good) and the Soft compound Metzelers stick like glue, an absolute competition killer in today's market, hope to save enough dough and get one soon, continue with the awesome reviews guys, you guys always motivate me to ride more and ride safe. Cheers guys. #25MillionOnPD

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Savio Pereira Well, that is one elaborate comment and a good read too! Thank you for those kind words. :)

[@mikemhz]

Did you get it? I ride a AKT CR5 180 in Colombia, very similar to the Apache RTR, and I'm now looking at the Duke 390, was it worth it?

[@eyanvlogs2161]

planning to buy this old machine with raw power,any suggestions?

[@mateenlakhani621]

OH MY MY!!!It's like Dream come true.New improved DUKE is here guyzzz. Apart from that,great review # Powerdrift as always.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Mateen Lakhani Thank you! :)

[@kapilricky]

Those with 80 DISLIKES ,please go and watch KAHANI GHAR GHAR KI :D :p

[@christiandussetier5169]

kapil kumar

[@Techiemotorist]

kapil kumar hahaha

[@rameshparekh581]

They are Maruti 800 owners.

[@prudhu007]

The real action begins at 1:44 . "the reason u will bcz of this" wow!!!.. that was kool review. the music makes the nerves to come out. #PDArmy PowerDrift​​ 

[@powerdriftofficial]

prudhvi sriramula You SHOULD see this ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH7ZpniJjZuMfNk&ab_channel=PowerDrift

[@prudhu007]

PowerDrift yes, i just completed watching the video, and i shared my view in the comment section. thanks PowerDrift​.

[@phuletushar]

Probably the next logical thing for KTM to do is...bring out the adventure version of 390...makes sense for Indian roads..

[@mohmayaboy]

Tushar Phule exactly what i wanted to type.

[@darrylshabong7628]

Tushar Phule Or better yet...bring the Supermoto 390!!!

[@dave2extreme]

Tushar Phule or bring in the kTm Dirt Bikes ..

[@powerdriftofficial]

Tushar Phule And there have been rumors already :D

[@darrylshabong7628]

Bring the Electric Dirtbikes n Supermotos!!

[@Razzer0693]

holy shit when he popped that wheelie and that music hit the speakers, goosebumps hit my spine ! amazing video , cheers @powerdrift

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Shriom Manerker Thank you! We think you would like this too - bit.ly/Fortun8

[@saviofernandes5472]

If thats the case u need to wtch the review of Benelli TNT 899 dats more crazier !!!These Guys r awsome at wat they do👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@aamir.khan.1991]

+Sagar Sheldekar - I am planning to upgrade to a ktm rc390 next year. And with speculations of slipper clutch being added to the package, it makes the deal a lot more sweeter. Just wanted to ask how bad is the engine vibration on the rc390? Does it really get to you or is it ignorable once the 'run in' period is over. And the radiator heat. The new Duke seems to have made some adjustments. Is there a chance of seeing the same through the rc fairing? I will mostly be using the bike for super short alternate day city commutes and weekend getaways. Your input on this will be highly appreciated. Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Aamir Khan We can suggest one thing, head to the nearest showroom & take a test spin ;)

[@aamir.khan.1991]

+PowerDrift Yeah, sure. Thanks.

[@paulwalkerstolemycar]

love your reviews.!! you"ll know how to hit the right spot for motorheads like us.. the video editing, the riding, driving and the presentation is epic.. i loved the Daytona review and the Polo reviews the best.!! keep up the good work guys..! p.s. love the intro to the Polo GT tsi Rohan, and Sagar, your riding is just amazing..

[@powerdriftofficial]

That's also because we too are fellow motorheads ;) we hope you are sharing the videos ahead!

[@Vasimshaikh]

man that wheelie by sagar was amazing make my watch again and again ....

[@powerdriftofficial]

+vasim shaikh Well, we don't mind you annihilating that replay button! ;)

[@Ragnar655]

Still watching in 2019😍✌

[@anshdalal1078]

You'll all reviews always encourages me towords ridinggreat work PowerDrift....#PDArmy

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Ansh Dalal Thank you! :D

[@harrydawson58]

Will we be getting the slipper clutch, shorter throttle response and other goddies in the rc 390 also ??

[@xaviro007]

I love him....he has been with me since 2016 and he never stopped proving what he is....he is a beast...not like newer duke 390....

[@RohitKachore]

Slipper clutch for older dukes?! Any idea?! :(

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Rohit kachore Yes, last we heard KTM was offering a paid upgrade on the old Dukes. Time to head to the nearest SVC. ;)

[@praja7461]

The good old memories :') I started following u guys with the Duke 390 video and now it is back with a BANG! As amazing as it was earlier. Great work PowerDrift 👍 Love from #PdArmy

[@powerdriftofficial]

Praj Ashtekar Thank you Praj. Remember to Like and Share.

[@AmdavadiHitman]

This is the reason I just don't want to die yet! PS: I'm doing engineering. Hope you understand.

[@powerdriftofficial]

***** Them feels :P

[@PHOENIX-xj3gz]

Any life situation updates? 😅

[@AmdavadiHitman]

@@PHOENIX-xj3gz Haha I own the 2017 Duke 390, got a nice job, and married my girlfriend whom I’ve dated for 9 years. Life’s good :)

[@PHOENIX-xj3gz]

@@AmdavadiHitman you are livin my dream mahn 🤙😅

[@GurmeetSingh-pm9kj]

You guys are amazing at making reviews. Keep up the good work!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Those are some kind words to start our morning with! Thank you, Gurmeet. Stay tuned, because there's a lot more coming up.

[@sumitpawar7373]

watching it again 10th time almost ! but my gosh ! the energy is still the same !!

[@Tanmoying]

Is the warm start problem of the bike still there? N should i wait for the 2017 model or should i go for 2016?

[@drbjee]

PowerDrift Your KTM reviews are the best for a reason :-P Have been following since Rohan was called Ten hut :-P And I loved that "Vanakkam" at the beginning !!! Continue your good job :-D

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Bjee Untamed Cheers! Do share this video ahead. :)

[@sivachandranramakrishna6579]

#25MillionOnPD Yo #PD, thank you so much for testing and reviewing my all time favorite dream machine"The Duke 390" and now that this comes with a slipper clutch (I'm just drooling watching this video), I'm just waiting to buy this machine. The reason this video makes it to my list is because of the way Sarge Vrooms, Wheelies, Races, Corners and Plays around with the bike like crazy. I keep watching this video at least once a day before I start for office B-) And congratulations to #PD for reaching the 25 million viewers mark. Thanks again #PD. You Rock :D

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Siva Chandran Ramakrishna Then what are you waiting for? Go ahead and make sure you have it in your garage! We have just ended with our warmup comrade. The rounds are yet to start :D

[@sivachandranramakrishna6579]

+PowerDrift - Hey #PD.. thank for the reply :).. I too am waiting to buy it but I just put all my 3 years savings into buying an Avenger 220, 9 months ago. And inboxed my avenger's pic (IYER-TRON) on facebook to #PD for which i got an immediate reply appreciating my work :) Hoping to save money and buy a Duke 390 or maybe who knows, a Super-Duke to my Garage :D

[@arshadshaikh537]

woahhhhhhhhh......1:50 ;D

[@mishra_suraj_08]

One of the best by ktm

[@paris9332]

Vanakkam _/\_ Nice Review :)

[@powerdriftofficial]

Thank you! Remember to have a look on some more reviews from our channel :)

[@Akarsh116]

PowerDrift I was expecting the wheelie again and there it was..!!!!!!!Awesome stuff.....Well now i have to admit in your own language that powerdrift has struck its blade right into the competiton's bone making you undefeatable champs in accessible review makers!!! nd I'm damn sure that u guys will have a magazine in the next few years!!!#pdarmy... Cheers!!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Akarsh Shetty We would love to keep the woo going with our videos :)

[@adityahatkar2795]

please do a review of the new Duke 390 2016 model which is just launched

[@alokmishra4362]

+powerdrift RC390 2016 review please. i m planning in the nxt mnth..!!! hav been watching all ur videos... the daytona one was awesome. i really felt that excitment when you revd it hard into corners..!!! m a bike enthusiast. drove a 200 NS now planning to upgrade. frm naked to sports nd in terms of power too!! u guyzzz r doing grt job..!! specially this duo!! keep it up. #pdarmy

[@akshayshinde5188]

#25MilliononPD Favourite Video Showed this video to my Dad 2 weeks ago . As he wanted to see the bike and the review.And woohoo he has promised me to gift the duke 390 on my upcoming birthday. P.S He was always worried whenever sagar popped a wheelie.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Akshay Shinde Hahahahahaha! Parental worries :P

[@Atif7080]

Akshay Shinde how's the birthday gift doing....?

[@gaurav29987]

Hi sagar.. Have been a fan of PowerDrift since it was Power to the Rider.. :D I needed your opinion... I wanna buy a bike.. My budget is 1.5 to 2.5 lakh.. Don wanna buy a cruiser.. I'm 5'6'' n lean.. Contemplating between duke 200, n 390, mebe honda cbr 250.. I really don like the orange alloys on the 390.. Is it available with black alloys?? Also, am i missing out on any other bike that comes in this price range?? When is the benelli tnt 25 expected n what r ur views on it?? Any idea on the Honda CBR 300 launch??? Big dilemmas n confusions.. Please help me out.. Thanks bro.. :)

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Gaurav Patil What will you be using the bike for is the first question?

[@gaurav29987]

mostly local commuting in mumbai.. Occasional long trips to Nasik or Pune..

[@gaurav29987]

Waiting eagerly for your reply.. 😊

[@gaurav29987]

Hi sagar.. Please suggest something. ... Coz i need 2 book it soon. .. so that i hopefully get the delivery before diwali

[@ParthDeadEcho]

Only if it had a larger capacity fuel tank.....but now I'm just being greedy :P

[@mysterion4]

Kewl!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Parth Sarathi Well,well well, our list of wants never ends right? :P

[@mysterion4]

+PowerDrift too late.

[@Shashank29]

Love the way Power Drift have come so far providing the BEST automobile reviews for us "Indians". Now coming to this Video i was watching this along with ma frns & there seems to be a bigger rant among us as to how the slipper clutch works, some argue that while shifting gears we need not use the clutch, some say that the downshifts are more smoother but one still need to use the clutch, some say the upshifts can be done without pulling the clutch lever, so experts could you please help us get this confusion cleared of our heads??? its ok if i am sounding dumb to all but i would love to clear ma head.. :)

[@nithinvnair888]

Slipper clutch allows hard downshifts without locking the backwheel..locking the backwheel does engine braking..this will result in time loss for racers...

[@jatingupta5986]

Shashank karanth you can upshift and downshift in any bike if you know the perfect rev/speed to do it

[@ashwin59]

I'm not an expert but I will tell one thing which I know is that u can upshift without pulling clutch not downshift watch videos of vikas rachamalla one of the best Indian motovlogger in one of his videos he explains how slipper clutch works and in another video he ll tell and show upshifting without pulling clutch :)

[@powerdriftofficial]

Shashank karanth Our comrade +nithin .v. nair gives you the perfect answer :D

[@dynamicpulse7608]

Does slipper clutch help us to countersteer the bike..

[@rawride]

It was so funny to see the guy come back suited up in shaktimaan style... Good Creativity PD..

[@Mubasshir321]

Cheers to Powerdrift!!!! I said this and I say this again. Your reviews are incomparable. The words, content, the way the music is put into specially when he did the wheelie. WOW!! Simply amazing. You guys make the action filmmakers look amateur now. Keep the good work up! Thank you

[@powerdriftofficial]

Mohammed Mubasshir Awwww! #FeelGood

[@aedrax7592]

Damn bro, you made my jaw drop at 1:50 ! I kinda saw the jump as a black lion pouncing off. You just made my love for ktm grew even bigger! I look forward to getting my KTM 390 soon. Cheers!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Shahrul Andeka Cheers! :D

[@ishanasthana1]

You guys are the only journalists who can do justice to this beautiful machine ! Another best one team powerdrift ... Great work ! Cheers :)

[@powerdriftofficial]

Ishan Asthana We would like to remain being called as Auto Enthusiasts!

[@06asifmohammeda9]

Still watching in 2020❤️

[@abhishek_2100]

When I heard that voice and then that wheelie with the throttle grunt, I almost yelled in my head - "Sarg is baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaccccccccccccccccccckkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!". Baba itna to Dhoom 1 mein John ki entry pe maza nahi aaya jitna yahaan aya :D :D :D Keep up the good work +PowerDrift ! just realised..this is an old video..my bad :P Sarg is still away working on something "monstrous"

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Abhishek Manchanda Yes he is! Stay tuned :)

[@rohansp88]

hello , well , big fan of power drift, great videos , i need some expertise of yours regarding my bike upgrade , story starts from my first performance bike being duke 200 , thats when i started loving bikes , i rode it over 10,000 kms in 4 months , then sold it , and got Duke 390 , i was in love with this machine , with 2 times engine replacement , i rode it over 14,000 kms for another 6 months , and then , i wanted a 4 cylinder , so i bought a Honda CB400 2006 , it was a great bike , but it had many faulty instruments , because of which i had to sell it within a month , then i was back with the question , which one to buy now ? somehow i had a soft corner for duke 390 , but i had already used it , so i decided rather to go for RC390 , its been 6 months now , I've done 15,000 kms , and now I'm done with it .. bike is good , but its not serving my purpose , i do daily commuting in city of around 40 kms , as well long rides and corner attacking and stuff , but somehow its a true track bike , and doesn't fit outside of that .. now I'm leaning towards ducati scrambler , i really liked the design , but somehow , not sure if its a good deal , I'm not going to keep the bike for long , so is it gone be my best buy , why scrambler ? and why not duke 390 with slipper clutch ? is it worth to put 5 lakhs more than duke 390 for scrambler ? is it value for money ? any alternative ? awaiting your response .. thanks a lot ..

[@abhirocksin]

Again a superb review like always, however i have some serious questions , 1. i am planning to buy a ktm 390 in this month but i am real confused as to which one shall i buy, RC390 or duke390, i need a bike that can do touring around 1000kms (once in 6 months), track riding as well as a bike that cruises well in the city and on the highway at constant speeds. and the big deal is that i would buy the one that powerdrift suggests me, this much confused i am coz i love both these bikes a lot and have been saving funds to get one since a long long time. please suggest me a wise choice. (i am avg built 5'8") 2. Also are these new changes in 2015 390duke implied exactly the same on 2015 RC390 as well ? please help me with these 2 Q's .

[@atharva101]

To be fair dude the rc is utterly and completely track focused its a bad touring bike (uncomfortable posture, stiff suspension ) its build for the track ao rc for the track and duke for the rest but the thing about duke is , its good on the track too

[@abhirocksin]

thanks for the sugession, even i am thinking about duke !

[@Avis_GodsOwnVlogger]

Anyone watching this one in 2020 just bcoz u love Power Drift's KTM Duke Video

[@KaushikKarmakar]

Sound Great. But how about the cold start?? Is they fixed the problem or not?? And Sagar u r great, Nice to see ur riding again and again.

[@sarathchelsea]

Old model or new model don't have issue with cold start :/ old model have some issue with the hot start :/ its fixed on 2015 model

[@powerdriftofficial]

Kaushik Karmakar We did not face any such problem this time around!

[@nishantnair5310]

You guys get the drama, and emotion that one relates to these machines so right. your reviews speak tons. The shots are epic, angles bang on, and the commentary superb. It's a real treat for a petrolhead like me. Eagerly waiting for your next upload

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Nishant Nair Hope you have liked our new videos too. :)

[@nishantnair5310]

+PowerDrift Yes i did, a suggestion thou, in many videos, i can't hear what you are saying, as the background score is too loud. maybe you could do some equalizing?

[@maddypaliwal]

Awesome video guys, keep up the amazing work!!! I am a really big ktm duke 390 fan and I have watched your review video so many times that I remember each and every dialogue you guys said in it, so I really loved it when you merged this video with bits of the previous video, that was really great! Also, I was patiently waiting since 2013 for the day when this baby would be mine, and finally, last week I bought it!! I am absolutely in love with the bike and im just waiting for the first 1000kms engine run-in period to be over with!!! Cheers!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Madhup Paliwal Wow! This feels good to hear. Awesome :D

[@trykkermike]

Amazing, KTM improved exactly what I wished they would, when they did this 2015 version of the Duke 390.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Michael Hansen The 2015 is out and running away on sales numbers ;)

[@rider93]

love the fact that the bike has more of practical updates than just the graphics n the slipper clutch. And the fact that I love more is the price tag with the slipper clutch! just wish it had the exhaust note of tnt 300 :P that would be like a cherry on the top! great review PowerDrift

[@powerdriftofficial]

rider 93 All in one would have been the perfect tagline then :)

[@suminnair4576]

I'm waiting for the 2017 Duke 390 review 😎

[@VaibhavChauhan08]

I wondered how would you do justice to this bike in 4:24. You surpassed expectations once again, keep up the awesome work guys!

[@powerdriftofficial]

***** Glad you loved that moment :D

[@dremartous]

Welcome welcome vankkam!!! Thanks for Tamil!! Awesome video short and sweet. 1:50 is the best moment... Thanks to PD team

[@powerdriftofficial]

Harish Sankar Nostalgia had to be there!

[@irongaming3093]

hii..sagar...m a big fan of yours... n your riding skills... i love the way u explore KTM duke 390 to us....n m going to buy the within a month... bt i found some problems on the duke 390....like...hitting issues.. lags at lower RPM's....battery issues n many more ... as m going buy this with my own money soo i can't afford those problems... plzz help me...i know that u will....bcoz m a KTM lover as u....thnx...!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Chandan Ghosh Yes, it does face heating issues, lags at lower RPM's because of its gearing! Battery issues is something that we did not face during our test run! The 2015 is a much better version now. Expect the 2016 version to knock off these issues!

[@sukeshk5069]

Duke 200 2016 review is a must by Powerdrift...It would be so cool...

[@saarna3363]

Gee guys, your editing is AWESOME!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Saar Na Thank you. So is the comment. ;)

[@jainjohnson6624]

guys how can you make such a video. I mean its insanely awesome one....you guys raise the bar for reviewing video.......... ways to go guys

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Jain Johnson Have you seen this? bit.ly/TheDhoomBike

[@jainjohnson6624]

I saw it before.... You guys nailed its....... Ever the big players like autocar India or any other KZbinr from india can't do what you guys did. I really love all your videos..... Keeping going guys.... Make it big..... My prayer is with you...... Kudos

[@East_celebrations]

Dear Powerdrift, Seeing your videos on duke390 I just thought it was a nice vehicle with a lot of bluff and praise. I just bought the bike this day(black color),and I realised that it's not just a nice vehicle,but a rocket!!Man it's an awesome bike and im happy. After all I made the best decision in my life and I'm so damn happy😀. thanks guys

[@SoumendraBagh]

bro.. how is the pillion comfort for longer rides. and is the sitting upright and comfortable for longer rides..

[@sanjayls1955]

Soumendra Bagh if u want comfort and long rides cbr 250 is best

[@SoumendraBagh]

I already own a Karizma R bro.. So I wanted to upgrade to 400-500 cc segment..

[@East_celebrations]

Pillion comfort is ok actually,not that great actually, but considering the package,its good👍

[@RabijyotiMukherjee]

not a Duke fan really but yes impressed with the new features and obviously loved the power wheelies again...get going guys.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Rabi jyoti Mukherjee Cheers! :D

[@RabijyotiMukherjee]

+PowerDrift ... need more power wheelies and reviews...

[@appusajeev]

1:51 to 2:08 - Insane \m/

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Appu Sajeev We think this is even more insane - bit.ly/TheDhoomBike

[@naveenraj8286]

Watching this now in 2021 feels nostalgic. Even though it was not that long back!

[@ONiMOnKTM]

Thanks to Powerdrift... Your reviews helped to own this beast... I have named her "Carol" I have clocked 4.5k kms in 2.5 months by riding it in weekend rides! pd Rocks \m/

[@powerdriftofficial]

Looks like someone is in love eh? ;)

[@ONiMOnKTM]

[@coolsapto]

I am a invested follower of Power Drift....Really like this video review for slipper clutch...... I have a question on my older 2014 Duke 390.... is it possible to install the slipper clutch as an upgrade on the older duke ??? If yes, should i contact the servicing guys at KTM for this one.... Any pointers are appreciated... Thanks ...

[@powerdriftofficial]

That is something you'll have to ask the service center guys.

[@vish91]

Do you guys have any plans of reviewing the street triple ?? Surprised you haven't done it already :) Great review btw

[@akaTravis]

Proud to be 2015 Duke 390 (black) owner, this bike is such a beast. This one doesn't heats that much than the old one. I did feel the brake lack bite but kinda getting use to it. It feels awesome to own a motorcycle like this. Black looks way more better than the usual white.

[@powerdriftofficial]

aka Travis Congratulations! Looks like you are having a ball of a time with the 390 :D

[@notagamer9213]

As always you guys are awesome. But I have a suggestion for you guys, At the time of reviewing please don't concentrate only on corners but also hit bikes on bad roads and straight roads so that we can know how it withstands with windblasts and unstteled roads.so we can know about its practicality. I know it will take more time but will be very helpful. Thanks.

[@jpkl47]

One of the best machines ever made people still crave for the manic acceleration it provided

[@DrTJTechie]

Sergeant Sagar poped that wheelie like a boss.....rippin it...way to go man ..awesome Powerdrift...#PDArmy

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Ticken Necrophagist Das Thank you! :D

[@Death666wish]

Do you guys have any idea why Hyosung didn't release any of the bikes they showed at EICMA last year that were supposed to be 2016 models? There isn't even a whisper online about them.

[@akshayraut5986]

That wheelie man Insane

[@komalthecoolk]

I love it that you do videos in 50fps !!

[@powerdriftofficial]

komalthecoolk We are glad to hear that :D

[@faridofit]

Motorbike "Top Gear" from India!! Great work guys!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

+farid abdurrahman Woot woot! That means a lot :)

[@faridofit]

+PowerDrift i hope u can add english sub in every video. Your vid review was so good, make me join PD Army..

[@dangerm2156]

The #PROBLEM with your channel is that after watching yours I can't watch or bear watching other motorcycle channels... Do a #CBR #300R

[@powerdriftofficial]

Bwahahaha! #Amen

[@dangerm2156]

#Amen

[@raunakshr]

thats the exact same for me :3

[@RajInKumArKD]

keep rocking guys! Just wanna know whether the heating issue resolved in 2015 duke compare to older version???

[@powerdriftofficial]

Rajin kumar We did not face any heating issue with our test bike!

[@riderthakur]

@ 01:00 sry shaktiman Loved your editing guys Just Awesome Sagar sheldekar Dada :: as always breathtaking to watch

[@powerdriftofficial]

RiDER Thakur Hahahah! Yeah, our in house undersized Shaktimaan.

[@riderthakur]

+RiDER Thakur welcome welcome :-) well, thnq thnq again im here to say #25MillionOnPD

[@shubhradeep233]

Hi PD Army, jus bought the 2016 Duke390, only been 3 days riding it,, i m getting a click on the clutch lever everynow and then when downshifting,, to best explain how it feels, i wud say it feels as though the clutch cable has snapped off,, although everything remains normal,, can u shed some light into this?

[@manojbikks]

Awesome review guys...but is there any improvement in seat comfort ???

[@powerdriftofficial]

manoj bikkannavar The only difference in the seat is the angle apparently. "Comfort" isnt that seats best deal

[@themotoguy2762]

And I'm here re-watching the good old content, as I've decided to go for a used 390 Duke (College crush).

[@umidpokharel]

does the slipper clutch has any effect on the engine braking?

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yes and No. If you engine break right, you won't make the wheels hop and so there will not be an impact. But.. If you are simply downshifting and being Genghis Khan on those clutch plates and sprockets, then yes it will let the clutch slip and ease you into the engine braking range

[@sudeepghosh9792]

Awsm review guys... YoU r the best... One suggestion plz.. Should i go for #rc390 or wait for #r3...

[@AmaanKhan_27]

Amazing show! Would you suggest this over the rc 390 as im looking to book one among the two

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Aman Khan Well, both of the bikes belong to different genres. What will you be using the bike for?

[@AmaanKhan_27]

+PowerDrift Daily use purpose and I took the Duke 390.... well amazing bike thanks for the reply though :)

[@4eversabi]

Sergeant has gone mad again, I repeat sergeant has gone mad again... ---MadSergeant--

[@4eversabi]

:D

[@ericsson900]

Good Reviews and Best Picturing !Subscribed.

[@powerdriftofficial]

+ericsson900 Do remember to check our other reviews too!

[@ryannetto2207]

I intend to buy the KTM Duke 390 version 2015 the thing I wanted to know was that the older model of the Duke 390 had some heating issues and also people used to say that your thighs get roasted when you ride the bike in shorts. The new model by KTM claims that the radiator fans have been designed in such a way that the heat from the engine is thrown to the ground instead of the rider. As you'll have had an opportunity to ride on the new model of the Duke 390 I wanted to know how are the heating issues with the bike and does One's thighs still fry with the NEW Duke 390 . Please let me know ... thnx

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Ryan Netto The heating issues of the Duke 390 have been resolved on this upgrade.

[@MJT-DA]

Is there going to be a review on the rc390 for 2016? Also I love your channel you guys know what your doing unlike motorcycle usa you guys tell the truth! XD

[@Rvj.12]

Guys nice review!! But i was wondering when we will see h2?

[@powerdriftofficial]

RVJ12 We await access to one. Hopefully next month!

[@ambikashetty7284]

PowerDrift :o!!!

[@powerdriftofficial]

Ambika Shetty Exotic machines, none in media fleet!

[@ChandraShekhar-xb9xq]

Thanks for the update guys :) Coming to heating radiator issue, is it rectified in Duke 200 2016 version?

[@powerdriftofficial]

+Chandra Shekhar Yet to swing a leg over the 2016 variant but with no drastic changes, the heating shall still be an issue.

[@amandev43]

I am watching this from the US...love you guyz for your thrill that u guyz put in the hearts by revving the throttles out there... can't explain. I'm planning to return around november. Is it worth the patience? As i m planning for rc390.. will i get the new version out then?

[@powerdriftofficial]

+aman dev The new version of the RC 390 will be launched in 2016. But the RC and Duke belong to different genres and getting one would depend on ehat you would be using it for. :)

[@sugimanoj]

Guys :) RC 390 2016 edition review please :) :) #waiting :D

[@saiprashant1270]

Did u tell "VANNAKAM" at the intro ? :D

[@powerdriftofficial]

+saI pRaShAnT Yes we did :)

[@yash9410503314]

You guys have the best videographers on the planet !

[@powerdriftofficial]

Yash Sharma You mean to say we have the best team on the planet ;)

[@yash9410503314]

yeah you can say that ;)