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[@yammienoob]

It's true. I'm giving away this KTM Duke 390 FOR FREE! Go here yammienoob.co

[@DiamondHandsEy]

Fingers crossed

[@adzz8012]

Pity im Australian Le'sigh :(

[@Taitea_____]

Sadly I am from india

[@BF703]

Better not let chase see this

[@alberttorrepalma8116]

sadly im in Philippines

[@jaymoto2459]

Honestly two amazing bikes and I think you can’t really go wrong with either, but Yamaha reliability would win me over. Cheaper maintenance, and fewer problems = happier broke boy.

[@yaboi-km2qn]

I like the looks of the yamaha better as well.

[@650chewy]

I considered them both, but I bought the MT-03. Cheaper, reliability, and ABS.

[@jansenjuan9800]

I agree Yamaha is way more reliable. KTM is not very good in terms of reliability. Some parts of Duke do not last long.

[@vipulsalian7947]

Here as KTM is made so the Duke is considered super cheap, cost and maintenance wise ,super cheap.

[@pankajchandwani21]

@@650chewyyou did a mistake my child

[@mehkayla6685]

can we take a moment to appreciate Spites editing skills? meme-heavy and i love it!

[@yammienoob]

I actually hand crafted this one myself ;)

[@mehkayla6685]

@@yammienoob well, pat yourself on the back, no one else will... because of the pandemic if course ;)

[@Ike32]

@@yammienoob a well hand crafted job can be very rewarding

[@cjbrisco2145]

The hell did all these long bois come from? It's like nobody's under 6' anymore. I'm 5'8" and the mt/r3 fits like a glove.

[@bluntfitter]

Thanks, man. I am 5'9". MT-03 will be launched in India in February 2021, so I was contemplating between this and MT-15.

[@shay3514]

@@bluntfitter bro easy choice get the mt o3

[@prashant8824]

@@bluntfitter are you sure that it will be launched in India?

[@nathanwright1201]

@@bluntfitter sucks that mt-15 looks much better that mt-03

[@noobsaibot1146]

Im 5'4," with inseam 29"! Lol

[@airgunbubba2505]

"two inches in the rear is all ya need, don't let anyone tell you any different." Yammie Noob 2020

[@DPham1]

I would take the duke, but that reliability and frequency of maintenance is what's holding me back.

[@manofvalor4437]

Go for Yamaha... You won't regret it... Don't look for high bhp.... Reliability is important emphasis for me...

[@DPham1]

@@manofvalor4437 yeah whatever bike I'd get I will tour with it and I'd hate to be stranded in the middle of nowhere with the nearest service center being 10's of km away

[@manofvalor4437]

@@DPham1 so Yamaha is perfect for you.. because I've got the reviews that KTM 390 has knocking in throttle, flactuating Rpms and engine heating issues... And you can easily tour on MT's..

[@farque1000]

"2 inches in the rear is all you need" That's what she said

[@Oatmeal4Breakfast]

Extra*

[@petermoran3041]

Great review guys! Good to hear about seat heights of both bikes and how they fit riders. Not just 'beginners' bike though .....many of us older guys also want something light, not too high in the saddle and with some punchy fun....

[@unclecaravan]

I bought an mt-03 over the duke mostly for the reliability. I've heard of issues like fragile oil pumps and burnt out heads on the duke while the R3/mt engine is fairly bombproof. The duke is super fun and feels a lot more pokey, to me it feels almost like a motard while the rider position and high reving engine on the mt feels closer to sports bike. The mt's suspension and brakes do leave a lot to be desired though.

[@fenrir7203]

Yeah it's because they using plastic gear to spin the oil pump,but they recall it but still using the plastic gear..... _-)

[@xanderoku]

As a 5'5" person it hurts every time to hear: "oh the bike is small, it's tiny, bla bla" lol

[@custodianvrael6471]

F

[@jackshen5093]

I feel you bro

[@mandywalker5873]

I'm 5ft on tip toes the mt03 would be one foot down for me!!

[@reerun6826]

Right there with yuh

[@keithahlstrom176]

EXACTLY!

[@rustycuyler6026]

Really like the look of that MT-03

[@Td4x4pwr]

Learned to ride on my 2018 390 Duke. Great fun. Took delivery of my upgrade today... 2020 Street Triple RS!

[@juliasrouvali1924]

Why tho that bike is worse than it's appears

[@ryanoliver9131]

jASKA jOKUNEN um the street triple is one of the best street bikes out.

[@ryanoliver9131]

Td4x4pwr I have the 2019 street triple r and that bike is awesome. I chose the r because I don’t plan on tracking the bike but the rs does seem cool as well

[@ryanoliver9131]

Td4x4pwr also that’s a nice upgrade congrats

[@mushubamboo4676]

Learned to ride on my 2018 MT03 and now riding a 2014 street triple R :) We're like dark twins. Except you have more money hahaha

[@uncopino]

i've had a 390 for 3 years now. it's been a blast. i bought a used 1290, kept both for a season, sold the1290. not saying it's better, they do not compare. just saying that 390 was more suitable formy needs, i use the bike as transportation and the 1290 is a weekend warrior, not a commuter. i mean... if you're 6 feet tall and don't care about the huge fuel consumption and insurance and maintenance costs... and it doesn't get too hot in the summer where you live ,then maybe it could be a commuter fo you. i live in rome (italy) and there's always traffic and the roads are all bumpy and when it rains the streets flood. the 390 never let me down, i rode it in 1 foot of water, i stand up on the pegs like on an enduro bike when the road is terrible or i have to go on and off sidewalks (yes we do park on sidewalks here) and i zip through traffic like i'm on a scooter. i'm so sad they discontinued the 690 duke, it was the perfect bike for me but i don't wanna get one used cause i prefer having warranty. i love the little 390 but i'd like some more grunt. i think i'll go 890 cause i got a car now, work mostly from home, so i could use a less practical bike as long as it doesn't get clumsy in traffic and it doesn't use more gas than my freacking car. a little version of the superduke might be the right choice for now.

[@maxihohlik2333]

why do you look into ktm models exclusively? It sounds like there is a whole lot of great options for you from other manufacturers

[@uncopino]

@@maxihohlik2333 i’ve only had two bikes, dude… you’re treating me like’d owned 10 ktms in a row

[@joshflisch4849]

As a fan and as a z400 owner. I would love to see the comparison between the z and the Duke. Love the videos keep em coming

[@XxModernxGamersxX]

Me too

[@FAST3RCA]

I’d prefer mt-03. Why? Reliability

[@raffynko]

i have mt-03 (2016), enjoying every singe ride

[@jonas3665]

Keenan why can’t the mts handle corners ?

[@alshah914]

@@raffynko despite all the lack from yammie build the only one that stay is reliability. solid engine build

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

but ugly as hell and has no character compared to the ktm. and i am a yamaha fan..

[@tylercarrell]

Japanese have no competition in terms of reliability

[@ktmmatt7243]

I'm glad I saw this. I was looking at the KTM 390 for my first bike but seems the MT-03 may be better. Well I'm going for my license in a few weeks so I'll keep looking.

[@ScantSphinx9]

Which one did you end up going with? I got the MT-03 and, as a first time rider, I love it. It’s so comfortable and isn’t overpowering for me. I do see what they mean about the brakes though lol Very squishy and no feedback

[@ktmmatt7243]

@@ScantSphinx9 I haven't got it yet, I'm waiting to get my endorsement but I have to wait another month due to appointment times. I am leaning more towards the KTM since I am in love with the look and it seems to do better rating wise on a few websites I've been looking at, and I've had a chance to sit on it.

[@pagadqs]

Get an MT07... Don't waste time and money on 300s, you will be over them in couple months and will want more. In contrast, it took me 6 years to finally decide I want bigger bike and sold my FZ07....

[@ktmmatt7243]

@@pagadqs Alas I got the KTM 390 Duke already, and paid it off. So while yes I am starting to feel the limits it is still so much fun to ride. I think I will wait another year to trade up, thanks though.

[@jponte30]

​@@ktmmatt7243 how does it feel now man? Had any problems with it yet? How's the bike behaving? I'm considering in getting a duke 390 as well.

[@mohandasghandi3441]

You never question about yamaha relibility

[@juliasrouvali1924]

Thats because there is nothing to question about all yamahas products work fine even after 10 years of use

[@VGireesh]

Mohandas Ghandi lol nice name man

[@A--lex]

@@juliasrouvali1924 you mean even after 30 years of use 😂

[@mastergogoy6166]

@@juliasrouvali1924 *abuse. still working fine.

[@juliasrouvali1924]

@@A--lex yeah but 10 without chancing parts in engine :D my yamaha boat engine is like 40 years old and starts from first pull

[@jonatanandre1857]

Duke 390 ! I've got mine since 2017 and only had one "big" problem with. A cable which went a bit off so the engine stopped. Appart from that its all good !

[@californiazedder]

I bought a 2020 Duke, thanks for the informative video. Helped with the decision a bunch!

[@Dannyfr33sh]

How has the reliability been for you?

[@californiazedder]

@@Dannyfr33sh Perfect, no issues at 1400 miles.

[@jimmylives]

@@californiazedder just 1400 miles?

[@californiazedder]

@@jimmylives I only ride 3 miles per day. Short commute.

[@stevenz2998]

@@californiazedder any updates? how much have you spent on maintance so far?

[@twentysecondcenturywoman]

“It’s too tiny look at my legs” my guy.... I don’t think you know this... but there are people in fact shorter than you.

[@reggieglubber5420]

I have a 29 inseam and the bike is too tall.

[@callefalk4457]

WTF???

[@xXBossManStatusXx]

My guy Shutup shorty

[@Dan-oi3xt]

Yes, I don't get it? Two relatively tall guys riding entry level bikes and judging them based on how much they are like or unlike big bikes. There's an audience for most types of bikes, and the MT-03 probably wasn't intended for a guy who is 6'3" 230#. I sat on a 390 Duke, and it was the most uncomfortable seat I had ever experienced, other than some dirt bikes.

[@devisnasir3902]

Reliability yamha But my heart says ktm Riding is hobby a feeling so i guess go with my heart.

[@amarjotsingh1191]

the control and acceleration of 390 is unmachable. And it looks exotic too, it look like some beast when you actually look at it passing by . I got it last year, i ll choose it today and anyday.

[@sanjiv144]

@@amarjotsingh1191 Yes offcourse, and cry too. When the bike starting having problem. Face the heating issues.

[@amarjotsingh1191]

@@sanjiv144 1.5 years no issue. Heating is there right from beginning as its single cylinder. But i already knew it doesnt bother me

[@marcd7332]

I bought a duke 200 almost 3 years ago and I never had a problem

[@herohiralall1340]

@@amarjotsingh1191 bro in india ktm is best in every thing

[@rorisangmoale978]

This was really informative, I'm opting for the Duke as a first bike!

[@alfredhasselplan6663]

I just bought mine as my first bike, really lightweight and fun, and pretty punchy on the accelerator :))

[@mountainbikerdave]

1:40 "It's nice to have another mini naked, the market is pretty starved" hey have you heard of this company called Honda? yeah like the car company. did you know they also make motorcycles? they make a 125 naked, they made a 250 naked, they also make a 300 naked (2 of em), and a 500 naked, plus 2 naked 650s plus lets not forget about Suzuki GW250 BMW G310R Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 husqvarna svartpilen 401 husqvarna vitpilen 401 Hyosung GT250 SYM Wolf CR300i Benelli TNT300 Benelli 302S Buell Blast 500 CSC SG250 San Gabriel SSR Buccaneer Classic 250 SSR Buccaneer Cafe racer 250 Yamaha SR400 I don't want to be an a-hole but my jaw dropped when you said there aren't enough low displacement nakeds on the US market. maybe 20 years ago

[@noahkight8023]

Usa market gets maybe 4 of those out of that whole list. We have the bmw310/duke 390/r3 and now the mt-03. Nothing really smaller please look it up.

[@ishaqmo7200]

Scrapingonbye plus the z400 an hondas. The Hyosung is still a faired sport bike

[@mountainbikerdave]

@@noahkight8023 ALL OF THOSE ARE SOLD IN THE US MARKET!! please go to a motorcycle dealership. and don't even get me started with all the options with used bikes.

[@mountainbikerdave]

@@ishaqmo7200 oh my god how could I forget that killer Kawasaki. Hyosung makes a naked and a fully faired sports bike. and surprisingly also a cruiser. same 250 motor

[@BroAriq]

MT-03 is designed for asian market, that is why it's a short bike.

[@NewBindsNewSensNewDpi]

No !!! Is europeen market bro !!!! Is a big bike for 300 cc

[@nzelm0]

I'm 6"1 and have the '19 mt03, not cramped for me. Maybe the' 20 is a smaller bike. I have no problems getting my knees comfortably tucked under the tank

[@NewBindsNewSensNewDpi]

Mark Elms is the motorbike rewarding enough for you? Is it doing more or less than this real cylinder?

[@athen6212]

not the MT-25 ?

[@NewBindsNewSensNewDpi]

Herbie Melbourne 🤨

[@-cfh-architector7963]

Ζ400: 44 hp on rear wheel 390: 41 hp on rear wheel mt-03: 36 hp on rear wheel

[@elianna_isHERE]

Didn't he say on the specs its actually 41 the mt?

[@honorswift]

mt03 is 42hp

[@-cfh-architector7963]

@@honorswift 42hp is on crankshaft in the rear wheel is 36

[@saravanavel6866]

​@@-cfh-architector7963 5 horses lost between crank shaft and wheel 😂

[@-.fluffyfox.-3712]

Maybe a Z400 too would be great.

[@nickkeogh1812]

Picked up the mt 03 a couple weeks ago. I was looking at the cb300r but the mt low seat height was a huge plus. Im 5' 5" with a 29 inseam and I can almost flat foot both feet. It is a fun bike and another thing not mentioned is its tank size 3.7 gallons and it's still light and easy to maneuver.

[@91camaro100]

I bought the cb300f for my son. I would have bought the mt03 all day, if it would have been available at the time. The 300f is great, but i think the mt would keep his interest longer.

[@MuhammadKhan-kr7ff]

@@91camaro100 can you guys suggest any good website to buy helmet, gloves and jacket please ? Thank you in advance

[@ultrajazz5335]

All these guys who do reviews seem to be 6’ plus, which doesn’t help us average guys out one bit.

[@TheRaidooo]

You forgot to add in the price of a bike trailer for the KTM so you can bring it home when it breaks down on you.

[@the14thearlofgurney84]

Done 9,300 with zero issues on my 17 Duke

[@yohaanbillimoria5761]

The 14th Earl of Gurney I guess ur one of those few lucky people

[@theeasyboi7900]

What should break on the duke ?

[@indianapwn3s]

The bike isn't that unreliable since they updated it in 2017. Just keep on top of maintenance intervals and valve adjustments

[@OneRichMofo]

@@indianapwn3s true it is not as unreliable as it once was. But still it is somewhat unreliable

[@twowheelseatingmeals-motoj8080]

You can depend on Yamaha for being reliable and it will also keep its value more than the KTM. I'd go with Yamaha, any Yamaha motorcycle built in the last 3 years has close to zero chance of it breaking down.

[@Gunslinger-xp4mc]

Naked Yama baby will always be my guilty pleasure. Rossi forgive me

[@MuddyTubMedia]

He said “cheaper than everything else on the lot except dirt bikes” and that struck a nerve lol. As a former dirt bike rider; I know they are NOT cheap. Unless you’re buying kid’s bikes. Adult bikes are expensive as hell. A YZ450F’s MSRP is over $9,000. Which is insane. You can get an MT-07 for $7k.

[@dijonmustard961]

I bought an mt03 because of how expensive dirt bike were. I put knobbies on the mt and now I take it through trails and get a lot of weird looks

[@MuddyTubMedia]

@@dijonmustard961 that’s pretty badass actually haha. But a little crazy

[@GopzU_Official]

I sat on both of them and with 6"3 the MT 03 was way to small. I ended up buying the 390 Duke and Im glad I chose the Duke because its soooooo awesome to ride. Cranked 2k miles in 2 weeks no problems so far.

[@hazvaldo4016]

A lot of comments I’ve seen on the duke say it’s unreliable what are your thoughts?

[@GopzU_Official]

@@hazvaldo4016 1 and a half years of owning my duke 390 and I've had no problems whatsoever. Did my 1000km and 1 year service and no problems.

[@MuhammadKhan-kr7ff]

@@GopzU_Official where should I get the helmet,gloves and jacket from ? Suggestion please

[@stevenz2998]

@@GopzU_Official you mean 10000km right?

[@alastair355]

Literally just compared the to for myself and bought the duke . It is amazing

[@UnsolicitatedWisdom]

How tall are you?

[@GoldenGod69]

@@UnsolicitatedWisdom if you worried about height because you are tall, get a duke 690. Pretty easy to adjust so you can have lots of leg room

[@LordOfWaffles32]

are you still enjoying it now, and have you to do any maintenance?

[@laituanhoang]

Has been riding the duke for 4 years everyday till now, i can tell u that it bonded me hard

[@kuttalu]

yup, you won't get that handling anywhere else.

[@rathin2j]

"Some of you may not be a rider... but 2 inches makes lot of difference..." Me: (don't think... dirty...) YUP!!!! 😂

[@nateriver5114]

yup, that is why i would pick he yamaha.

[@7nor0cali7]

I rode my bike yesterday along the coast in norther cali and it was soo freaking nice to have the whole hwy to myself since people are freaking out about the coronavirus😂😂🤣😂

[@edwardcimino260]

Had hoped to take a look at the MT-03, and our local dealer is sold out. I'm an older guy, and also a newly minted motorcycle rider. (Well, once had a Honda CB200, but that was decades ago.) I don't even like the look of most modern bikes, but that Yamaha looks really cool, in even in my "Boomer" eyes. And the price? Wow. I'm sure the Duke is more fun, but I'd bet that the Yamaha would be more durable and trouble-free choice.

[@john.s1962]

I'd go for the yamaha, it's calmer, so I would guess it's nicer for a daily. Also comfort is higher on my priority list and I like the looks of it! I love the sound of the Duke though, and being more playful is cool. But for me, it comes down to reliability. Cool comparison, very helpful.

[@john.s1962]

@@jordanjoestar8839 Cool, as for reliability, have you had them long enough? I'm looking for a daily

[@rithvikshetty9485]

2020 duke even has a quick shifter.

[@tornadohand]

Pseudo quick shifter*

[@suvrosarkar4419]

@@tornadohand no, they actully fixed it apparently they just needed to update the software and now its smooth AF

[@ekomdeepsingh3938]

suvro sarkar i guess what he meant is that it is only useful for down shifts and not for upshifts

[@suvrosarkar4419]

@@ekomdeepsingh3938 well my friend just bought the adv390 and after the software update both upshifts and downshifts are now smooth

[@KingSlayer836]

I think manual shifting is more fun. I guess I just like the feel of the gear changing.

[@the.communist]

Ive been riding for quite a few years different bikes, big n small, and im totally happy with my mt03

[@grumpysquid]

Is there anything about it you don’t like?

[@sheawolcott7113]

Solid note, the ktm rider is a big guy. That bike would whip a smaller guy like me around.

[@MrRadialdrift]

People seem to be so scared by reliability. The MT-03 is just plain boring, the 390 is a blast. Get a 390, and if you are so worried about reliability, sell it once the 2 year warranty ends. I have had mine for 2 years and not a peep of an issue.

[@TheAdamMacD]

Would love a vintage bike series where you ride some old carbureted bikes from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Possible twisted road vid 🤔

[@melbinjoseph9462]

Adam MacDonald yamaha RD 350 loving it 2 stroke legend

[@reliablevideos1558]

Mt-03 i love this bike. Bt its very costly in India

[@selvamayan]

noob its not even launched

[@raziawarsi7451]

Not even launched and its 1500 dollars cheaper than us

[@sivvinod3187]

It hasn't even launched idiot. Plus, even if it launches ktms are like the next royal enfields here. Every second person has one. Even if it launches it will be a hard sell.

[@sahilsagar4534]

Really want this bike to launch in india

[@MrGerritv]

Y’all are overlooking the Honda CB300R/F as well for mini nakeds!

[@marcosguevara9861]

Just got a 2016 CB300F for my first bike, I'm in love with it!

[@busboy3232]

Just like the cbr300..The Cb300 uses the same underpowered motor and doesnt even come close to its competiton

[@91camaro100]

I bought the 300f for my son last year. It seems perfect to learn on. I rode it to work a couple times myself. I very much enjoyed the bike. He rode the americade (330miles in one day) with me on his break-in oil. It fits the bill perfect in the Adirondack mountains.

[@AaronSkone]

Got a 2022 Duke, put around 600 miles on the clock and haven’t had any mythical KTM low mileage issues so *knock on wood* we keep it going. First bike and perfectly suited for my needs!

[@taylorpreston8502]

Did you have any reliability issues?

[@AaronSkone]

@@taylorpreston8502 none at all, have had the bike for over a year now and put on close to 3k miles without any issues

[@The.JZA.]

I love my Duke 390. I'm 6'4" so I probably look a bit ridiculous on it but I'm comfortable enough and it's such a fun little machine.

[@user-og9nl5mt1b]

It's not little , u are just huge . Avg height is 5"8 in the world , and even those guys have hard time putting flat foot on the ground , while sitting on this.

[@aannurag]

So relatable bro haha, it's oddly comfortable for tall people even though it looks like we're pretzels

[@kotra3582]

Whats good bike for tall rider a2,z400 or duke390 or cfmoto450sr what do u think

[@The.JZA.]

@@kotra3582 I have only ridden the 390 Duke so I dunno man. I like my Duke though, it's a really fun bike.

[@MoeOthman]

How about the 2020 kawazaki z400 compared to these 2?

[@StudioCST]

Z400 is way nicer of a bike in my opinion than both 2, definitely check it out. The 390 is overhyped and just not as reliable as the Kawa and the Yamaha. There are so many known problems with the 390, and some obvious parts like the electronics don't even cover the warranty. I have ridden all 3 and I own the z400 myself and have ridden it for 16000 km now. Really love it!

[@rishabhpandey2529]

Dude Z400 Smooth, power and reliability so go for it!

[@maxb3347]

I would never buy a z400 just because of its design. However I think Kawa makes amazing machines, but designs are ugliest amongs all other brands. Like bunch of random shapes on a frame. (except z900rs).

[@wrighthausracing9641]

@@maxb3347 Watch out we got a katana guy here... He likes the bubbly anal bead type bikes....

[@marc1047]

@@StudioCST thanks for unintentionally answering my question on what to get haha.

[@iride1999]

You two are acting like it's the first Mt03 to exist, there was two other generations before this one.

[@yammienoob]

It's the first in America

[@TheQuikMix]

1:50 - 1:54 *cries in CB300R and G310R

[@Trotter13]

Exactly!!!!

[@arminb2068]

Just ordered a yamaha mt-03, can’t wait for it to arrive!

[@Ashiknizam]

I am 5'6 and these bikes are the only reason why i love my short height 😂

[@JakobusVdL]

Another bonus - shorter people live longer! Except some of the ones that ride a bike - take care ;-)

[@AnkurDagar]

I own and ride a 2016 Duke 390. Pure beast.

[@ragerider6283]

It's the KTM Duke all day long for me. It's a premium quality machine & feels it. The Yamaha is budget & looks oversized, oddly proportioned & the tail unit should be smaller & sharper imo.

[@charlesfoster141]

With the nice weather I am enjoying riding my 2017 Kawasaki x300 Versys and my 2013 KTM Duke 690 Supermoto. Today I rode both of them back to back and delighted in discovering the attributes of each of these wonderful motorcycles. Here is my evaluation: My Kawasaki seems like a Rolls Royce compared to the KTM Duke. It's engine is much smoother and much more quiet. The clutch throw is much softer but has a longer pull. I like the gear shifting on the KTM best. It is a bit clunky but has a short positive throw and more precise clicking into gear. The clutch is fast and positive. The KTM has way more power and acceleration than my Kawasaki. But that is an unfair comparison considering that the Duke has more than twice the displacement. The guages and features are far nicer on the Kawasaki. I like the gear position indicator and the fuel gauge that Kawasaki offers. The KTM has a far more comfortable seat compared to the Kawasaki. However, the seating position of the Kawasaki is much nicer than the KTM. Both are fairly tall motorcycles. I recently lowered my Kawasaki 1-1/2" which I highly recommend if you are shorter than 6 feet tall. My Kawasaki feels better balanced than the KTM, but only slightly. The KTM has so much torgue, so less down shifting is required. Just twist the throttle and go in any gear. The Kawasaki has a very high revving engine. It takes 7,500 rpm to cruise 65 mph. The KTM rarely needs more than 4,000 rpm. The Kawasaki engine internals sound smooth as silk. The KTM sounds like it is grinding bolts internally. The KTM has a very jerkey low range, not very tractable. The Kawasaki is the opposite. Very smooth. Both motorcycles shine in the twisties and curves. Both motorcycles are very flickable. The KTM may have a slight edge in handling but overall I prefer the ride of the Kawasaki. My final impression is that both motorcycles are wonderful, the Duke for it's torque and power, the Kawasaki for it's dual sport smoothness. If I could own just one or the other I would keep the Kawasaki for it's Rolls Royce build quality, smoothness, handling and quietness.

[@dustinkarrick7819]

I've seen 2019 Duke 390's brand new for $3,500 in California. Seems like a pretty damn good deal!

[@youngcalimigga]

Where at I’m in Cali looking for a bike

[@dustinkarrick7819]

@@youngcalimigga San Diego, FB Marketplace. That was a long time ago!

[@youngcalimigga]

@@dustinkarrick7819 thanks

[@davidzavala337]

I'm in San Diego and there's seem to be only one used model at $4200.

[@MatthewHowell44]

owning a mt03 has been the best bike ive owned

[@rickhayduke]

Thanks. I decided on the Yamaha for my first bike.

[@ecomicro]

make an updated video comparing the latest duke 390!

[@DirectorFrisch]

suggestion: review naked/sport bikes for shorter riders (

[@NeverGoingToGiveYouUp000]

Duke 390 should still be ok

[@guttgrinder1626]

This might be me but one thing I found about Yamaha's MT series is where they place the horn button (its annoying). Seriously, they made it like a standard to put the damn horn button far enough that it forces you to move your hand just to reach it.

[@kjv271]

That Saxophone part earned my sub :)

[@Csaxty]

I wanted a Rebel500 as my first bike, now I'm really entertaining the idea of one of these. Thanks for the video. -An Austin n00b

[@anthonymacias8185]

CenRen don’t get a rebel they are garbage you will get so board so quick get a ninja 400 thank me later

[@vtaqz4809]

"Everybody wants low displacement bikes" excuse me sir do you mean: "Because of rules everybody under the age of 24 in europe is obliged to low displacement bikes."?

[@thesaltypanda1160]

Not the whole world is centered around you Europeans quit complaining and just watch the video

[@Lukas-jm7cx]

Last time I checked the world wasn't centered around the US either. Just cry over your health system and watch the video.

[@savvasCHg]

The thing is being in a medium size southern European country a 300cc bike is a great commuter.

[@JoyBozz]

@@thesaltypanda1160 Youre right, the world is not built around us as much as it isnt about you, but Its still fact that these bikes are only so popular in europe because we are not allowed to ride bigger bikes if younger than 24 (or 20 if you made the middle motorcycle license at 18).

[@cizma27]

Meanwhile in idiotic Croatia you can only drive 50cc without having to go to driving school again.

[@paulallen-01]

The Duke is a fun bike. My buddy has one and it’s a blast to ride.

[@royneraguero2523]

Proud owner of Duke 390 guys!! Greetings from Costa Rica! 😎😅

[@roochiepoo]

Hey Yammie - would love to see more small displacement nakeds on the channel too, maybe the Honda CB300R and Husqvarna Svartpilen / Vitpilen 401. Edit: If you manage to find one, would also like to see you feature the CB400SF, or any other bike with VTEC engine

[@paintup46]

roochiepoo Yes!

[@3dprintingmeathead332]

The husqvarna is the duke, different body but same internals. I'm not a fan myself, but they really changed up the aesthetics, could be appealing to those looking for a more exotic look

[@spicyjono3046]

The vitpilen 401 is very close to the 390 duke

[@roochiepoo]

@@spicyjono3046 same engine and frame yes, but different posture and feel.

[@dewey4256]

I had the cb300r. Great city bike but it had a hard time on the highway. Basically was hitting the rev limiter going 70mph. Definitely more of a get around town kind of bike. Traded it in for the NC 750x

[@mrpablomx]

This all seems so shallow now... I was about to buy my first bike last week. Now the damn world is going to hell...

[@intergalacticferret4270]

As all things have, it will blow over

[@vintagerealityvr]

Now is the best time to ride. Ripping through downtown with no traffic during rush hour 👌

[@mrpablomx]

Mike CS Yeah but it’s the worst time to buy a Bike 😔

[@marcosguevara9861]

@@mrpablomx lmao yup, I'm riding dirty rn not because I'm irresponsible (I'm legal to ride and have insurance) but I can't register my bike I just picked up used cause all the DMVs are closed

[@91camaro100]

Like all things, this too will pass. You'll be riding in no time

[@marcs.9977]

You should repeat that same test on the 125cc‘s maybe not relevant for the US but highly for Europe and Asia as they get bought like crazy over here. And of course you will receive the KZbin Medal of Honor for that!

[@petergeanacopulos5327]

Looking into getting my very first bike (late at 35) and this video was very helpful

[@dangiroux7065]

Hands down Yamaha reliability no competition.

[@alainremi267]

Great, thanks! I agree, the Duke is indeed sexier than the Yamaha MT03; but with its 5 cm higher seat, I discard the Duke from my list of possible last bike. At 75 year-young, I'm already searching for a replacement for my current 2010 Yamaha 660 cc & this Yamaha is on my short list with the BMW G310R 😃😃😃

[@Dd-uj9tl]

the Yamaha MT03 , front tire is mounted backwards , NICE VIDEO ....

[@hock4540]

Love you guys have a regular size guy (6'3", 220lbs) on here to do feel/ergos. :-) Appreciate you give let us bigger guys know what fits and doesn't.

[@hrcubil]

Id stick with the MT03, with no doubt its better choice, engine is way more reliable.

[@MuscularMan008]

Honda is more reliable .

[@edwinkarani5593]

Off course..

[@Annoy51]

The ppl in the cars just see two weirdoes making whoop, wheelie gestures with their hands.

[@borderlinechuck2351]

that fly by at 18:21 cracks me up.

[@esaflaka9155]

Practicing social distance etc etc *cuts out every stop ever done in the vid* 🤣🤣jkjk

[@nathankilgore7061]

Reliability is huge for me. Why I bought a new fz09 instead of a used ducati lol I’d go my-03 all day, I don’t trust KTM

[@manofvalor4437]

🤣🤣🤣 same feelings...

[@the14thearlofgurney84]

9,400 miles on my '17 390. No issues.

[@gunukulanaren2957]

yes

[@tyrides6566]

As someone who bleeds orange I will pretend i didn’t hear that

[@JappaX1]

i went for the 790 duke instead of mt09, easy choice if u look at what u get for the money

[@abisheklimboo6837]

Duke Fanboys where are you at..???

[@silvanmeier2544]

Hey guys I got a 2019 Duke 390 and already did over 8000 miles on it. Ripping the twisty mountain Roads in the Alps of Switzerland.😃 And i never had any Problems with the engine . Everything works perfectly fine since day 1. I have ridden the 2019 MT03 from my friend to but i think its not even close to as good as the duke! Greetings from switzerland✌🏻

[@karthikdon5]

Awesome I am from India and I am planned to buy a Duke 200 BS6 version soon, as the new version here the bike is taller than previous version and my height is 6 foot hope it fits me well.

[@DenesLudmany]

Nice bikes! I also love the classical music behind :)

[@Maleekster]

You guys are killing it with the content! 🙌🏾

[@reazali3210]

I would like to see a comparison between the R3 an the MT 03

[@thatonerccarguy666]

Y is “monkey fu***** a football” such a common analogy that’s like the 5th time I’ve heard it in the last 6 months😂😂😂

[@lawless2078]

Just took my msf course on the Honda cb300r, was a great bike to take the course on. I imagine it’s virtually the same bike as the Yamaha.

[@Tashin32]

The editor had too much fun with this one lol

[@dmitryshuvaev3661]

MT-03 is a good, reliable, small bike. It is a bit too short for me, but my wife loves it. It fits her perfectly. Thank for this comparison, it is always attractive to see your belongings discussed in a nice, positive way.

[@rijeshshakya5587]

the DUKE 390's side light is to laugh for. in your region it's LED but looking at your lights i crack up.

[@deathtomorons9388]

Lmao. My friend got one of these dukes and it almost broke down monthly. The MT is solid built and I would go for it anytime over the KTM. It's a pain in the ass to own a KTM. It just never stops creating issues that are costly to fix. I had a superduke 1290 that had the same issue and sold it. A few days later I bought a Kawasaki Zh2 and it is perfect that goes on and on without robbing me

[@dhirajprakash5197]

I have 390 for past 3 years...who says it has reliability issue...just we need to service them on intervals...also Yamaha has frequent services than ktm...the parts are way superior in ktm

[@jewelghosh7498]

Yammie bro I am from India and I really love your videos. I own a Duke 390 and Bajaj Dominar 400. Can you please review Dominar 400 in your channel...We all viewers from India will be happy if you review some bikes made in India. Bikes such as Dominar 400 2019, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 etc.. Please .Love you bro...keep it up.

[@anirudh6357]

Have they launched dominar in the US?

[@asl3151]

@@anirudh6357 noooo

[@LopsidedAdventures]

It'd be great if you can review the Bajaj Pulsar NS200/Kawasaki Rouser NS200 for your viewers in Asia and Central/South America.

[@ledickoflubber4328]

One thing I don't here alone about in videos like this is longevity and durability on these nakeds. Like how long from show room floor until I start seeing problems how many slow or at speed falls can it take before it's too much

[@mroyme]

Here in India, you can get the KTM for around 4000 USD while you would spend around 5000 USD on the MT. Makes choosing among the two an absolute no brainer.

[@digvijaysutar7594]

Do you even know if Yamaha sells MT 03 in India?

[@CorvotheAssassin1]

@@digvijaysutar7594 Launching this year

[@yohaanbillimoria5761]

Digvijay Sutar they r launching this year

[@Negiku]

I'd still pick the MT, KTM makes the least reliable bike I have ever seen and owned.

[@digvijaysutar7594]

@@yohaanbillimoria5761 yeah. I know it too. But it will be least costlier than ktm duke 390.

[@adrianrice354]

I would buy the Yamaha so I can stay on the road and keep riding while the KTM is nice it will spend more time in the shop getting looked at then the Yamaha . IMO of course . Been looking at lots of KTM's and they all seem to spend time in the shop here and there . :)

[@yathishbl3757]

Huh funny thing.....I think Yamaha only has a good engine these days....apart from that all the other parts are of lower quality than the ktm...I'm sitting on an r15 in my profile pic btw and I also have ktm 200 with better suspension,brakes,quality of plastics.... Yamaha maybe not as reliable as they were in the old days as I had to change the headlights on mg bike a year after getting it....didn't have that problem with ktm though but I agree that the engine on r15 is bulletproof....only the engine

[@troll2637]

@@yathishbl3757 dude, r15 is a cheap ass bike made for third world countries. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@karsconijn1876]

This was a realy usefull review/comparesent for me. Aspacialy with the seat hight etc. Hope you wil be able to get a z400 to compare as wel!!

[@XxModernxGamersxX]

I'd love to see it compared with a z400 too!

[@joeyp4196]

I just took the MSF. 3 people fell and hit the concrete on Honda Rebels 250. 27" seat height. I doubt these bike will see MSF classes anytime soon.

[@illuforce]

I take mt-03 over duke blue version looks really good along with the headlights.

[@suvrosarkar4419]

i wish the 2020 duke would have been used for this comparison, especially cause it has a bi-directional quickshifter with a more refined engine

[@harrysingh199]

true

[@autobotdaniel]

only the 2020 bs6 indian ktms have the quickshifter and from the reviews it seems kinda bad. As it doesn't work on full open throttle.

[@suvrosarkar4419]

@@autobotdaniel yeah they fixed the issue a few days back, apprently it only took a simple software update ( friend bought a adv390 and got the update and now its smooth AF)

[@autobotdaniel]

@@suvrosarkar4419 Good to hear. I wish they would do it for the EU as well! :D

[@darxhanruby]

@@suvrosarkar4419 bro is it true.. I have the new duke 390 bs6 with the quick shifter I aslo felt some stuck issue while shifting the gears. Can i get the update from the nearest showroom