To see other low cc bike reviews, see this playlist here: bit.ly/NLowCCReviews Edit: Indian company just bought 48 percent of KTM What would you like me to test ride for you next? Tell me below!
@tolentinocliffordc.94643 жыл бұрын
I love ktm motorcycle so bad. My wish on this coming christmas is to have one 😇 Duke 200 😍😍🔥 I'm hoping that you can grant my wish ♥️
@rayoflight97092 жыл бұрын
I own the 2021 390 Duke and I can tell you your review is perfect.
@rapufanatyk21962 жыл бұрын
its 373.2 cc displacement not 390 ;)
@rapufanatyk21962 жыл бұрын
exhoust isnt stock
@SlingingLead4 жыл бұрын
Let's all give a shout out to Mark for so generously loaning his bike to Doodle.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
For real thoooo
@JOHO-su8ov4 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle Mark is the best......
@bigroryhollar50234 жыл бұрын
GOOD MAN 🍻
@WDXash4 жыл бұрын
I’m retired Met Police, London. Always one foot down! And, it’s always the left foot, so that the right can hold the bike on the brake. The idea is that 2 wheels and your left leg form a tripod, so is stable. Selecting gear requires a quick swap of feet - right foot down, left foot up to select gear and left foot back down, and then right foot back up to set off. It’s called the Hendon shuffle!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Police on bikes CAN RIDE!!!
@robinr57874 жыл бұрын
Here, in the EU, we like our right foot down. If it slips it is less likely to fall head first on the opposing traffic lane. Hand on the brake, no shuffle needed!
@WDXash4 жыл бұрын
I can see by which side of the road the traffic flows would affect your adopted style, definitely need to be safe. I actually make use of the brake feature on my lastest GSA. Makes life easier on hills 👍
@kevintunaley50792 жыл бұрын
I am short so one foot is all i can really do anyhow.
@subhadipbiswas32594 жыл бұрын
Hey, This is Deep from India, this bike is a hero in here and a household name now a days. We love Duke 390
@jimmytorello70414 жыл бұрын
I’ve had my 2019 KTM Duke 390 for a year and a half. I’ve put 4000 miles on mine. I ride it daily to commute to work. I do some cruises on Sunday. My buddies with Harleys and Sport bikes were skeptical about it but after a test ride, they love it. It’s a great bike to learn proper techniques like trail braking and shifting it and out of turns. It’s fun to pull wheelies on and eventually I’ll learn to drift this supermoto like thumper. I think it sounds like a dirt bike. ABS brakes have helped in wet conditions a few times and the interactive tft display paired with my phone and helmet Cardo system allows me to listen to Spotify and change tracks with handlebar controls, use GPS, and answer and make phone calls. I love this bike and will eventually get a 790 Duke but this 390 is a great tool to learn how to ride.
@alex57613 жыл бұрын
Why not go with the 890 duke r?
@jimmytorello70413 жыл бұрын
@@alex5761 The 890 is impossible to find by my dealership. They were gone. I’ll eventually get the 790 or 890 in the next few years. I’m still really enjoying my time on the 390.
@alex57613 жыл бұрын
@@jimmytorello7041 yup you’re right!! Same for me here in montreal, canada
@pateris3 жыл бұрын
@@jimmytorello7041 The 890 is great if you like missiles, but it's VERY uncomfortable…
@jw95172 жыл бұрын
How was the reliability
@kurthertel42994 жыл бұрын
I have really enjoyed sharing your growth as a motorcyclist. I went through the process with my wife (and Joe Jackson was right, it is different for girls,) and I enjoy seeing more women pick up the sport. I think sometimes having a man involved in the process is not a positive, and I think you are a great resource for women looking to get into riding, for whom I imagine you are pretty inspirational. Keep up the good work. Cheers and thank you.
@Boysenberr4 жыл бұрын
@@kevinwalsh9483 Doodle rules!!!!!!
@wokeupandsmellthecoffee2144 жыл бұрын
Loving the Joe Jackson reference
@Boysenberr4 жыл бұрын
@@kevinwalsh9483 ok, EVERYBODY rules
@pateris3 жыл бұрын
When my wife wanted to take her driving licence (with my enthusiastic blessing), which was around 1995, we barely could find gear for her. Only Hein Gericke had some jackets. Now, things have changed, fortunately !
@richardm70264 жыл бұрын
I took my 2019 Duke to the track after putting on better tires, exhaust, power commander w/ quick shifter & what a blast! Great corner speed, not the muscle my Ducati Monster 1100s has on the track but I love the ride, great bike!
@rainbowsfinest22454 жыл бұрын
I have this bike and I love it. I'm a new rider did my homework on what I wanted in a bike. I'm so glad i got the 2020 Duke 390
@aaronhymes1232 жыл бұрын
Any breakdowns?
@24james4 жыл бұрын
Doodle, when Hollywood discovers you, & makes you the biggest star ever from the Dominican Republic, please don’t forget us little people. The ones who loved & cherished you when you were riding in the ATL💯🏍🇺🇸👍🏽
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
🤪 never!!
@noobingear20184 жыл бұрын
wait what! i didn't know. bigger fan now :)
@Javiercav4 жыл бұрын
I´m from Argentina, and just got a Duke 250 last week (it´s basically the same bike with some cc less, and the old ktm dashboard). I fell in love with ktm dukes after trying a friends 390 of the older model a few years ago, the size, and weight/power ratio is so nice that they are some of the funniest bikes to ride on the city and some twisty roads. even the 250cc is really fun to ride everyday at legal speeds, here in Argentina more than 90% of bikes sold everyyear are less than 250cc, so we see the 390 as medium cc bike. also prices are a lot higher here. but i think that KTM dukes are bikes that makes you smile on every ride, and also look back at them after you park it since they have a really personal design.
@JMeyer-qj1pv4 жыл бұрын
KTM's have a lot of character and tend to grow on you. Once you get used to a KTM, other bikes can seem kind of dull. I have a KTM 1190 Adventure and just added cruise control to it, so now it's good for taking longer trips. I'm thinking of adding a smaller cc bike next spring for when I want a more sporty ride, so I'm planning to look at the KTM 890 Duke.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Sweet!!
@monzadh4 жыл бұрын
I just picked up a 390 ADV and love it. KTM is the largest selling bike brand in Europe, great choice and a fun ride!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Where did you hear that? This says Honda www.motorcyclesdata.com/2020/08/31/european-motorcycles-sales/
@trentstuckey89714 жыл бұрын
KTM 790 Duke’s are pretty heavily discounted at a lot of dealers lately. They’re a little nicer, and can be picked up for around $7-8k new now. Quickshifter+ is available and highly recommend it. It will change your life... I’m 6’3” and every bike I’ve owned is too tall for me to reach with both feet to the ground. Dirt bikes and ADV. I’m always left foot down with right foot on brake to keep the tail light on. You’d be surprised how much that helps vehicles pulling up behind you at stoplights see you. Even during the day time. People focus on light sources.
@TheRaghvendrasingh4 жыл бұрын
:-D
@johncourt95803 жыл бұрын
Hi Doodle, i guess a lot of people will be testing the KTM Duke after watching this very impressive review of this 390cc single at a very competitive price which you rated highly.
@DuncanJimmy4 жыл бұрын
Yay!!! I'm 6'1 and 200 lbs, and I love this bike to the point where I still have no interest in buying a more powerful bike. It's light, incredibly comfortable to ride (unlike the earlier models), cheap to service and the mileage is insanely good.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!
@JoeLowmanjoeyblack4 жыл бұрын
I love the ktm duke 390. Get one. I thought about it but ended up getting the kawi ninja 400. It’s 2 days old I love it.
@solo95093 жыл бұрын
Duke 390 and Ninja 400 (at least w/ an elevated handle bar) are probably the two most popular choices for gymkhana right now, due to their nimbleness and great customization potential
@nunyabusiness8964 жыл бұрын
This brings up a point I wish was talked about more often: if you're a smaller/lighter person, get a smaller/lighter bike. If you weigh less, you can get moving with less power, and having a lighter bike is going to make a huge difference in your ability to handle the bike and really control it. If you're on a heavy bike that's hard to control, you won't have fun, and if you don't have fun, you won't keep riding. The gears are oddly short on the 390, though, you may want to try a Ninja 400 or Z400 as well.
@Dan-564 жыл бұрын
Having had both the Duke 390 and the RC390 the gearing comes from the factory for “urban” use. The best improvement it to go up one tooth on the engine sprocket to a 16 tooth. It helps to spread out the transmission gearing, and slow the engine down at highway speeds, making it much more enjoyable to ride for any distance. 😉👍🏍
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Mmm... if there’s anything I’ve learned from jiu jitsu, slow speed courses, and Jocelin snow, it’s not the weight it’s the skill. The littlest person can have the most control with the right technique
@nunyabusiness8964 жыл бұрын
Doodle On A Motorcycle Just because something can be done doesn’t mean it’s the best approach. Do you commute in a Mack truck just because it technically can be done? MotoGP riders are all small, small people can certainly get there, I’m just saying master a small bike first instead of rushing to bigger bikes. All of the seasoned riders I know agree with that statement, many started on way too big/heavy/powerful bikes and ended up downgrading to get better, not sure why you’re giving pushback after just gushing about how much you like the Duke 390, which is a smaller, lighter bike.
@brad_wilson4 жыл бұрын
Doodle On A Motorcycle This is definitely true, but I think it’s easier for most people to acquire those skills on a bike they feel comfortable riding.
@nashkobayashi68324 жыл бұрын
Life is too short to only have 1 motorcycle! Every Motorcycle rider should have a bike for the road and one for off-road. I own a Yamaha XT 250 for trail riding and a Suzuki GSX-R750 to tear up the roads. My buddy has a Yamaha Super Tenere, a Suzuki GSX-R600 and a Honda CFR 250L. Go For it Girl, Enjoy motorcycles!
@FrancoNepomuceno4 жыл бұрын
"Better to ride a slow bike fast than to ride a fast bike slow"
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Truth!
@walrus-splice-renewable4 жыл бұрын
Never understood this saying. I personally like riding a fast bike fast!
@FrancoNepomuceno4 жыл бұрын
@@walrus-splice-renewable many of us likes riding fast bikes but there's also a large number of riders who will never reach the potential of bikes such as a R1 or even 600cc class bikes. Track days are expensive and there is no way you could ride fast on city roads
@murraymarshall58653 жыл бұрын
MinimalistInDisguise I fully understand it and it’s an expression I use. I like to push the envelope of a bike, to ride it “balls out” few people are actually capable of doing that with litre plus bikes, certainly not me.
@sailcraze3 жыл бұрын
I think the opposite. I usually keep my rpm 2.5-4 k RPM. I know the power is there if I need it. I drive a Ducati 1200 Multistrada.
@rogerkay86032 жыл бұрын
I commute 60 miles a day when in the office in London on my 2020 (7500 miles 1 year in) and it never fails to make me smile. Best tool for the job, light, responsive and 78mpg, with two teeth less on rear sprocket and still fast enough for the motorway/traffic light grand-prix and London traffic.......I've been riding bikes since 1987, have bought, sold, swapped more than I care to remember from RD250LCs to VTR1000 Firestorms but this one is a keeper. My BMW F800 hates it as she ends up staying in the garage whilst I play out with the mistress. Same colours, mine has a top box and rack from Givi fitted, which is also excellent.
@jeman0220044 жыл бұрын
Right now you can get the 790 Duke for ~$2500 more. You get a lot for the $2500. Power is very tamable with 4 different ride modes, quickshifter (up and down), lean sensitive ABS, traction control, and anti-wheelie mode. The 390 is nice, if you can afford it the 790 has better power for passing at speed and is just as nimble. Also less likely to outgrow it. My .02. Great review!
@1990-t1j Жыл бұрын
I have had a 2018 Duke 390 for over two years. It's a superb bike. Mine also has a luggage rack just over the rear seat. I have a Givi 26-litre box attached. The bike has always started first time and doesn't use any oil between 5,000 km/3,000 mile services. It feels like a 500 performance-wise. My bike has had an air-box mod which gives it more low-down shove, allowing it to be geared-up a touch. Good video.
@oulupulu4 жыл бұрын
I have a similar Indian-made single-cylinder Euro-brand bike that I use for shopping these days, since now I work from home. It's nimble AF. The build quality for the Indian bikes seems pretty good, gotta say.
@fallinginthed33p3 жыл бұрын
How would these compare to Benellis? They're an Italian brand that got acquired by a Chinese conglomerate, the same thing that happened to KTM with an Indian group.
@spikeccx4 жыл бұрын
Keep the triumph all the bike you will ever need
@ThreenaddiesRexMegistus3 жыл бұрын
Neighbour picked one of these up near new for 4K AU. Seller got it for his wife and let it go with about 1000km. Neat little machine and it’s ridiculously nimble. It also keeps up with the bigger stuff quite well. But it’s definitely compact.
@den2ofoz3 жыл бұрын
I made up my mind. This bike is gonna be my first bike. Buying tomorrow. Cheers!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle3 жыл бұрын
Woohoo!!
@bruceliggett80364 жыл бұрын
Looks like a great commuting bike and probably good gas mileage, be safe and thanks for the video!
@3rdRockRider4 жыл бұрын
Yes, it gets about 70 mpg.
@3rdRockRider4 жыл бұрын
Grieg Ragen you can doubt and you’d be still be wrong.
@justinsmith78084 жыл бұрын
M P ya I get 70 with mine
@Abc-ps9ox4 жыл бұрын
If you think duke 390 is nimble, try grom🤯
@peterduerr41544 жыл бұрын
no one bike is perfect for everyone people just need to ride what they enjoy
@mattingray56514 жыл бұрын
This bike is NOT only for beginner. It is more fun to ride fast in a slow bike than to ride slow in a fast bike. I have more fun in my R3 than my other powerful bike.
@chrishart85484 жыл бұрын
It's more appropriate for normal roads with speed limits and laws if you ride a fast bike fast you will either crash or loose your license. Neither is fun. I wouldn't even ride a sports bike on the road that's not what it's designed for gsxr600 R6 zxr-r cbr600 are the worst bikes for the road.
@lucaforgia8834 жыл бұрын
The only reason I got the 790 duke is because I wanted 2 cylinders (less vibrations). Otherwise I would get the 390. Light bikes are more fun. Anyway, also the 790 is pretty nimble and agile. You feel confortable at the first ride.
@chrishart85484 жыл бұрын
@@lucaforgia883 I have a f800gs not that different from the Duke engine wise it's happy to plod along at 60mph at 4krpm and return 80mpg. I bought it in 2014 and been working out ever since. My plan is to build muscle to make the 214kg more manageable
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
FOR REAL!!
@StuntTriple4 жыл бұрын
Might get the Duke 390 as my first motorcycle, it looks stunning honestly.
@unkindguy884 жыл бұрын
also consider the kawasaki 400, its sitting position is not sporty at all.
@mjlafave14 жыл бұрын
Highly recommend the 390. It's what I started on. And it's an incredibly fun bike. Especially through twisties. A little buzzy on the highway and wouldn't recommend long highway runs just from a comfort standpoint. But it'll do it perfectly fine in that role of necessary.
@mjlafave14 жыл бұрын
Would've loved to keep it if I had room for two bikes but traded in for a bmw 750 gs because I wanted the highway comfort.
@patw91754 жыл бұрын
Highly recommend against the small KTM. The 390 is a flawed engine, either by design or manufacture, doesn't matter, the engines are lovely until they blow a gasket or chew themselves to pieces. And quite a lot of them do. They're ticking time bombs, in some cases, ticking literally. I would seriously steer you towards one of its Japanese competitors.
@mjlafave14 жыл бұрын
@@patw9175 the engine problems were fixed from 2018 and up. From everything I've seen
@C.A.MARSUPIAL Жыл бұрын
If you are thinking of buying this motorcycle this young lady has described it perfectly. Every thing she says about it is correct. And I'm 6 feet Tall weigh 120 K and the power is awesome even at my weight. I have the 2021 model.
@fredstah7144 жыл бұрын
I have this bike in the Philippines and I don’t regret of getting it. I also own an Aprilia rsv4 here in southern Cali.
@ParadiseBiker4 жыл бұрын
For a single cylinder 300+cc its pretty badass, sounds good n makes a good amount of power. Would love to get one here in Jamaica
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
🇯🇲 Jamaica!!!!
@twobrotherscycleanda3 жыл бұрын
I've had a hornet 919, a BMC Big Daddy full custom chopper, and multiple dirt bikes. Now I want a Duke 390 lol. It's not just "a beginner bike". It's a fun bike. Great video!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle3 жыл бұрын
It IS!!
@Punith28274 жыл бұрын
I haaaveeee a duke 390 ...she's the best ever ...for adventure, for cruising ...for high way speeding ...wow she IS the BEST
@madpete64384 жыл бұрын
My son has Svartpilen 401, my son's girlfriend has a Duke 390, my partner has a bmw G310R and I have a vitpilen 401. I have been riding for 40 years ! I can say for an absolute fact : 1. The KTM 373cc and BMW 313cc motors are awesome. 2. Small punchy singles are wicked in traffic and on back roads. 3. Insurance, Registration, Tyres, Service Items and Fuel are all very Cheap. 4. The 390 and its Husqvarna cousins will stand up on the back wheel on command...... 5. My Vitpilen will do 160 kmph - just - with a proper 6 foot bloke on board. Great fun... mind you we are in New Zealand so almost all roads are narrow and twisty..... and lane splitting is LEGAL. I will post a video one day showing how motorcyclist tackle motorway traffic - It is interesting....
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Yes send it to me when you do!
@madpete64384 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle kzbin.info/www/bejne/aICknmCbrbeVbsU. I took this 2 days before Xmas - these are two suburban roads in wellington - we have green space everywhere here !
@lucasgray39454 жыл бұрын
@@madpete6438 I always thought lane splitting is illegal here in NZ? I've got a Duke 200 and looking to upgrade to a Duke 390, is it worth it?
@madpete64384 жыл бұрын
@@lucasgray3945 YES. The 200 is too under powered. If the Traffic is stationary you can move to the front.
@uncopino4 жыл бұрын
i live in italy. splitting is illegal but nobody cares xD
@CycleFab4 жыл бұрын
Those are awesome bikes. Light, nimble, and torqued just enough. A real blast to ride.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
For real!
@davyboycolon5304 жыл бұрын
I have a 2018 390 duke n love it .. I ride it more then my Triumph tiger 800 .. I went up to a 16 tooth front sprocket n the bike handles highway much better ...
@timothyhinkle7484 жыл бұрын
I habe the rc390 and love it. Its a little compact but an amazing little bike in the turns
@MB-xj9cd4 жыл бұрын
I've had my orng 2019 duke 390 for 3mnths i love it. I ride it everywhere city and mountain roads. It can handle freeways perfect. I get high winds where and it still handles. It keeps a smile on my face everytime!
@keithdainton60434 жыл бұрын
I have a 2016 390 duke makes me laugh when these idiots say it's a starter bike I have been riding 50 years I have had bigger bikes yes but this bike does everything I need . I live in the uk and when we started it was 125s and 250s probably why we last as long as we do 50 years without a accident.
@3rdRockRider4 жыл бұрын
What I love about it: upright riding position, Bluetooth connectivity with the TFT display, fuel efficiency, nimbleness, torque, mirrors do not vibrate at all (I like the stock look), very bright headlights, backlit controls, supermoto mode, and cheap parts! I also love that it looks like its bigger brothers. What I don’t like: shifting every few seconds, barely highway speed capable (tops out around 90mph), tank capacity. It does have some cheaper components, but I can forgive that for the price point.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Omg topping out at 90mph does not make it “barely” highway speed capable, you little hooligan!! 😅
@ericham49454 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle Personally I don't like cruising near redline. Not that I need to, or want to, go faster than 90 mph, but it amounts to no ability to down shift, typically more vibration, and I believe shorter engine life if you are riding at redline all the time.
@marjompadu47242 жыл бұрын
bruh ..it goes aroun 170 kmph or 105 mph , it does not top out at 90. and if you add powertoronic or just add a smaller sprocket you might get longer shifts and tops speed.
@grumpysquid4 жыл бұрын
Just like some other things I bought over the past several years, it’s all fun until the maintenance and mechanical issues start popping up. Lack of reliability compared to others kills the fun factor, IMO. unless I can afford to own/operate/maintain more than one bike (while this duke is sidelined for repair), I’ll stick with Yamaha or Kawi. Even Suzuki, Honda
@ricebowl3 Жыл бұрын
Doodles is the GOAT 🐐! And the exhaust sounds bad ass , poor man GSXer
@Boomerang-6064 жыл бұрын
Your review is on point and that’s what we like! The triple must give you the awesome roll on power thrills and the duke is like nimbler in its way.🌟
@Simeon984 жыл бұрын
It's called the 390 but it actually has 370 cc's! It's a great bike, I have the 2017 version
@keithdainton60434 жыл бұрын
I have a 2016 390 duke been riding 50 years and I must say I love this bike I bought it second hand as new 900 miles on the clock by the way ktm only get the 390 made in India they were not bought out.
@Javiercav4 жыл бұрын
Actually, BAJAJ ( the indian manufacturer) bought around 50% of KTM between 2007 and 2012 , and since then, they where partners on the smaller KTMs and husvarna models (200s/250s and 390s ) and bajaj manufactures all them, and also use a lot of their engine technology on their own models (Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and RS200 are based on the duke 200, and the Bajaj dominar is based on the duke 390 motor)
@keithdainton60434 жыл бұрын
@@Javiercav maybe so but they don't own ktm.
@Javiercav4 жыл бұрын
@@keithdainton6043 no, they don´t own ktm, their are more like a "group" that owns the 3 brands "bajaj ,ktm and husqvarna" for different segments.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the deets, Javier!
@keithdainton60434 жыл бұрын
@@Javiercav 48 % but who's counting lol.
@HARMARSCH24 жыл бұрын
Doodle, Nice review of the KTM DUKE 390. If you want one and can afford it I say go for it. Have a great Labour Day Weekend.
@stephenbobic32264 жыл бұрын
Now, now, Doodle. No laughing at the sound of 4-stroke singles! That 390 has a very sweet exhaust!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
🤪🤪
@dantezr14 жыл бұрын
Nice video Doodle, beautiful KTM and you're really wonderful!!!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
YOU’RE wonderful!
@dantezr14 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle thank you very much, send you a big hug and take care please, up with all the good vibes!!!🍀🍀🍀✌😎🤟💐💐💐
@brianmccann6664 жыл бұрын
Saw ...2020 KTM Duke 125cc, 150cc, 200cc, 250cc, 390cc today at a Dealership. Loved them all. The 200cc and under had 28" seats. I'm 5'7". I liked the smaller ones heightwise... The 200cc is $4k new...
@user-se7vt5ow4e2 жыл бұрын
I live in Spain and the Dukes are very popular here. Nice used ones can be had for around 4000€. They wreak havoc in the twistes, regularly passing bikes with over twice the displacement.
@mie1jos4 жыл бұрын
So great that American dashboards indicate whether you go South, North, East or West.
@gwenandrix4 жыл бұрын
I considered the KTM 390 when I was bike shopping but ended up going with the BMW G310R. Its great for riding the twisty roads in the Appalachian foothills near my home. The longest trip I have done was 250 miles in a day and the bike was extremely comfortable with minimal road fatigue
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Wow!
@gwenandrix4 жыл бұрын
Whoops I made a typo on the mileage. It was 250 miles.
@RainbowGage4 жыл бұрын
I passed my M on a rented Ktm 390 best decision I made. I like the slim profile between my legs.
@royromero84964 жыл бұрын
Add 2 teeth to the rear sprocket and dunlop q3+ one size up and you will be pleasantly surprised😮 smoother ride and cornersike it on rail,s and it already fantastic at cornering
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Oooooh!
@TomVestvik4 жыл бұрын
And KTM riders seem to be the friendliest ones too. Always waving when meeting out on the road. Never met a KTM rider that doesn’t 👋
@pateris3 жыл бұрын
It seems to be more common in some countries than others and even depending the place. In Brittany, other riders were waving even from the other side of the highway. In Germany, it seems less common…
@mojomanmurph19254 жыл бұрын
They make them cheap due to the materials so be on the lookout for failures and take the extended service plan if you plan on keeping for years. There is nothing wrong with that but if it is a toy (mc, atv, boat, etc), you get what you pay for. For tight, curvy mtn roads, a smaller displacement bike is FAR better to ride and more fun.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
😮
@cranky18124 жыл бұрын
Indian company (Bajaj) didn't buy out KTM, they have shares in KTM. Bajaj has 48% share but they haven't bought KTM. KTM is making Duke and RC 125, 200, 250 and 390 in India. Next year KTM is coming out with Duke and RC 490 (twin cylinder), it will be made in India too.
@rhllnm4 жыл бұрын
The 310 BMW GS is also made in India. It has a great price and is a great bike.
@hkuowwpw95574 жыл бұрын
Hmm
@jhernandez777943 жыл бұрын
I've gotten my 18 390 up to 99MPH. Ive owned it for 5 months before selling to buy a fz 09. I kinda regret. It's an absolute fun and extremely well handling and nimble bike. It carves corners with ease and extremely flickable
@leofreihofer4 жыл бұрын
Check out the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650. It has a low seat height, TRT display and costs $7,500 new. Only 2 calendars but rides smooth and has a high redline. Also sits upright for long cruses.
@davidhill8163 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this review, I only saw one for the first time a couple of days ago in a triumph dealership. It was very nicely priced and I was thinking about purchasing it as a short ride commuter bike but didn’t know much about it.
@wernerxldata Жыл бұрын
About track days, it really depends on the track. I did some hours on shorter tracks with tighter turns, the 390 kills big bikes there 🎉 The nickname ‘corner rocket’ is absolutely spot on 😊
@johnstilljohn31814 жыл бұрын
My 2019 version is tops - I am 6'2" and it is tiny, but it flies...! All done at 85mph, though...
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Whoa!! 🤪
@avrilc30753 жыл бұрын
I just put down a deposit for the 390 Duke! I can’t wait to take my safety course and get started, thank you for the great video on it
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle3 жыл бұрын
Woohoo !!! 😁😁😁
@ChadAndChill4 жыл бұрын
RC and Duke 390 always get good reviews.
@scottwinters52604 жыл бұрын
I love the look of the KTM Duke 390! I am a bit tall for for that sweet ride but it looks like a blast. Awesome review and thanks for sharing your experience!
@chrisgraham92034 жыл бұрын
I have never ridden one, but I always thought a 390 would make a great starter / commuter / college bike. Thanks for the review.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!!
@AllOn2WheelsandAdventure4 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle can you find out what exhaust your friend has on this 390? Thanks!
@halmapes50864 жыл бұрын
I'm impressed, you sending a loaner back all clean and lubed. That's cool, I think i'd loan you my BMW R1150GS! You are 1ST CLASS,
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Momma didn’t raise no fool!
@uncopino4 жыл бұрын
for anyone who likes the upright riding position, the super light weight and the roughness of the single but feels like 390 is a bit underpowered, i suggest checking a 690duke (especially the R version but that has a even taller seat). the 2016 model is smoother than previous ones and has tc and tft dash. it weighs exactly the same as the 390 but puts out 75 hp instead of 42. it's nuts. they don't make it anymore but you might consider a husqvarna svartpilen701 (which shares engine, frame and swingarm)if you dont wanna buy used. no tft dash but you can cope with that if you dig the weird looks. my2020 even has spoked wheels
@johnnybgood12884 жыл бұрын
My God! You are GORGEOUS!!! You give great advice from a female bikers point of view!! Greatly appreciate your honesty on everything!! You should be a great inspiration for any women thinking about getting into any level of motorcycle riding!! Keep up the great work and all the great information!! Stay beautiful!!!
@db28534 жыл бұрын
Yes...this bike is emotions for Indian riders... We love this bike so much that..we hve a dream to have this bike....n ur contents...is superb
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
LOL that’s awesome!!
@Truth_Spoken4 жыл бұрын
I have a 390 Duke and can say they sound better with the stock exhaust. Aftermarket mufflers make them sound like a dirt bike. A single will always sound like a single though.
@mie1jos4 жыл бұрын
Wow Mark has a lot in common with me... riding a nice bike and having a sweet Westie dog🥰
@brentleyb15564 жыл бұрын
Are you familiar with the “N+1 Rule”? The N represents the number of motorcycles in your garage, and the +1 is the bike you would love to have in your garage. There’s always room for one more. 😁 Thanks for the video.
@michaelr.ingelsby19754 жыл бұрын
Great video review and 100% agree. My first bike was a 1998 KTM 400 RXC LC4. This was a throwback for me ✌
@DaBinChe4 жыл бұрын
If you think the Duke390 is light try out a CB300R. Think a MT-03 is a better option than the Duke390. I love my WeeBee300! Last Christmans/NewYears rode it down the CA coast all the way down Baja to Cabo and back, 3500miles, in 10days. It did fine. About a month ago rode up/down the North CA coast and coastal mountains over a long weekend, 1000miles. I have my WeeBee down to about 300# feels like nothing there compared to any of my previous "big" bikes. Good to see you are a responsible and respectful person, cleaning up a borrowed bike and not borrowing something if you can't buy/replace it. That is a reason why I don't ride other's bikes cause if I crash it I might not be able to replace it.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
It’s a good rule! Once I replaced a friends vintage pot I bought with a slightly different pattern.... it was not good enough in her opinion 😬
@jstraub784 жыл бұрын
At 3:20, you discuss the redline on the bike (in first gear), but your tach is only showing 7500....redline doesn't start until 10,000. You mention that the bike only has 700 miles on it. The break in period is for the first 640 miles. The tach will show red at anything above 6000 rpm, until the setting is changed after the first break-in. This bike makes the most power at the higher revs, like 8-10k. Just wondering if maybe you were shifting early due to the screen screaming at you angrily above 6k.....? Just taking a guess! Acceleration is supposed to be like 0-60 in 5.5 seconds. I think its a great bike! Thanks for the video!
@VS6664 жыл бұрын
my adventure 390 is the same way. redline under 500 miles is something like 6500rpm
@jr48764 жыл бұрын
Most awaited bike
@corrie22243 жыл бұрын
I just bought the 2014 Kym Duke second hand and I love it. Pick it up on Tuesday 😊. Also in Australia 😁. Great review
@alang13224 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your review. As to power, better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. Stay safe and enjoy riding!
@michaelcarrozza27004 жыл бұрын
I have a 2019, it’s amazing. The reason you can lean so much is the front and back tire are the same circumference
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Ooooooh wow!!
@ritochit4 жыл бұрын
Hey! Nice video! 👍 I happen to bump into ur video by chance coz I too ride a first generation Duke 390 and love watching stuff about it online. I would like to point out a couple of things that I noticed that you might want to correct: 1. The engine displacement is 373.2cc and not 390cc (here in India we like to pass it off as a 375 😋) 2. The exhaust on the one you were riding is an aftermarket exhaust, the stock exhaust doesn't sound anything like that. Best wishes. Cheers!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@chuckvt51964 жыл бұрын
Great video, Doodle! I never thought much about KTM, but this really looks like a good all around capable bike!
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
It was so much fun!!
@knotingspecific4 жыл бұрын
height is not the issue it comes with the adjustable rear shock and the tools for it
@garycrumrine95383 жыл бұрын
According to my local dealer, the smaller sport bike like this are the hottest sellers for the younger riders. Whether it is because they are cheap to buy, cheap to ride, and they look good, who knows. I would recommend to everyone to test ride some of the naked bikes from BMW. I think you will be surprised. And because of the boxer twin motor carrying the weight really low, steering is light as a feather..
@slowsteve34974 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. Convinced me to get a Ktm 390 adventure.
@josephfriedrich97924 жыл бұрын
Look at a buell lighting. Perfect city bikes
@murraykriner94253 жыл бұрын
Everyone has a different angle what is best or most desirable for them. Its the reason I own far more than one bike. All mine don't even equal the bill on the newer KTM's, but I'm partial to the Classics myself. Hope you manage to find a 390 that suits you. Very best wishes Doodle.
@mehkayla66854 жыл бұрын
I had one, and I loved it! But I traded it, and got into a Street Triple RS. Love that triple too
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Woot woot!!
@just_one_opinion2 жыл бұрын
I cannot relate to 30 in first! My Zero Fx has no redline or gears and my SFV4s has never seen red line in first due to poop in my pants and it going 90mph! Great show lady.
@dublion74 жыл бұрын
Love the slow motion mount 🏍
@hippytrev74524 жыл бұрын
1000 miles in 2 weeks thats some serious rideing .. kewl vid.. cheers...
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
No 300!! 🤪 i hit a little over 1000 and got it at 700
@hippytrev74524 жыл бұрын
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle oh ok..opps..lol
@collinobrien35864 жыл бұрын
Dumped my kawasaki ninja 400cc, wanted a bike I could build my confidence back up on before getting another crotch rocket. Highly recommend the Duke 390
@johnthomas24854 жыл бұрын
Thumpers are known for being torquey down low. OMG I'm loving the slow mo mounting, the Doodlebun is all bouncey lol.
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
🤪🤪 I accidentally had the setting on while recording and after like 4 hours of speeding up B roll I just said eff it
@snappycattimesten4 жыл бұрын
480p 🧐 Non Americans ride smaller cc because the licensing requires it. Getting a litre bike after a 2 day riding course is ‘murica. Hopefully one day you can have more than one motorcycle Doodle 👍
@DoodleOnAMotorcycle4 жыл бұрын
Ooooh!!
@thomasjoseph47183 жыл бұрын
Very good review. You are right about unnecessary large bikes and surplus cc. We have same biggest is best obsession in the UK. It is encouraged by the manufacturers : you will notice how they keep upping the cc on new models e.g. BMW R1100/1200/1250 and Moto Guzzi V750 has increased 800. Having had heavy bikes and now going back to a lighter bike I realise that actually lightest is best. Better handling and MUCH easier manoeuvrability. And It is pretty silly to ride around with 50 per cent more CCS than you ever use
@fordhotline4 жыл бұрын
He's a good friend to loan a bike. Have to say. Know a friend with KTM390 and the power is surprisingly good for a little engine. But a fun bike.
@menom74 жыл бұрын
Excellent!!! I'm so glad You had a chance to check this one out!!! I've been looking at the 390 and 790 too. Only WISHING the 790 was priced like the 390 was!!! Lol. But where I'd ride it,I'd need the 790. Anyway,Great video Doodle!!! As always,looking forward to the next one!!! :-)