Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021 vs. KTM 390 Duke 2021

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Overview - Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021 vs KTM 390 Duke 2021

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Technical Specifications Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021 compared to KTM 390 Duke 2021

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021

KTM 390 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	90 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	27.2 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	41 Nm	Torque	35 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	8.5	Compression Ratio	12.6
Starter	Starter	Electric, Kick	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	5	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	499 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	280 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Drum	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	152 mm	Diameter	230 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	19 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,370 mm	Wheelbase	1,367 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.4 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Royal Enfield Bullet 500 EFI 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 390 Duke 2021

The KTM 390 Duke is a "real" Duke. The trademark: Extremely agile handling that makes for powerful riding fun. The flyweight 390 can be precisely controlled with its narrow waist and wide handlebars and feels most at home in tight corners. Especially with the Supermoto mode, it is a fun machine without equal. Unfortunately, only the brakes and suspension of the 390 cannot maintain the same, very high performance level as on the 125 Duke or 890 Duke. They feel a bit spongy and not optimally tuned, especially when the rider weighs in a bit more. The equipment is otherwise tip-top, especially when you consider the price of the 390 Duke. In terms of riding pleasure/euros, it outperforms most, including its Duke sisters.

Typical Duke ergonomics that are also suitable for taller riders

Extremely agile handling thanks to flyweight and narrow waist

Sporty engine with great handling

Modern TFT display with smartphone connectivity

Supermoto mode is a pleasure

Quickshifter (optional) works perfectly

Adjustable hand levers

Top price-performance ratio for A2 motorbike.

Chassis tuned a little too soft

pressure point of the brakes a little spongy