KTM 790 Duke 2023 vs. KTM 390 Duke 2014

KTM 790 Duke 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2014

Overview - KTM 790 Duke 2023 vs KTM 390 Duke 2014

KTM 790 Duke 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2014

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Duke 2023 compared to KTM 390 Duke 2014

KTM 790 Duke 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2014

KTM 790 Duke 2023

KTM 390 Duke 2014

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	89 mm
Stroke	Stroke	65.7 mm	Stroke	60 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	44 HP
Torque	Torque	87 Nm	Torque	35 Nm
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	799 ccm	Displacement	373.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Suspension Rear

Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	direct
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,475 mm	Wheelbase	1,367 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	825 mm	Seat Height	800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Duke 2023

The KTM scores with a terrific engine and a high-quality electronics package. The look divides the motorbike community. Not all motorcyclists like the front. In direct comparison with other bikes in the class, however, the price no longer seems as attractive as it used to!

Strong engine

Sporty engine that is superior to other bikes in this price range

Pleasant running culture from the engine

High-quality electronics

Good ergonomics for tall riders

Cheeky sound

Taut chassis for sporty riding.

Suspension not adjustable

Mediocre brakes

Relatively high price compared to other bikes in this class.

KTM 390 Duke 2014

The KTM 390 Duke is a really good compromise between sportiness, reason, riding comfort, fun and price. Best of all: it doesn't feel like a compromise at all, but like it's ready to race.

Low weight

sufficient power

high fun factor

low consumption

Sluggish clutch

small geometry