KTM 390 Duke 2026 vs. Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

KTM 390 Duke 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Technical Specifications KTM 390 Duke 2026 compared to Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

KTM 390 Duke 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

KTM 390 Duke 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	89 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	64 mm	Stroke	46 mm
Engine power	Engine power	45 HP	Engine power	95 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	39 Nm	Torque	63 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	399 ccm	Displacement	649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Twin Tube

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Traction control, Modern electronics	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 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	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,357 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	800 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	165 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202.5 kg
License compliancy	License compliancy	A2	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	387 km	Range	314 km

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 390 Duke 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 long term test bike with its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a balanced riding experience that is enjoyable both in everyday life and on sporty rides. Despite minor weaknesses, such as its higher weight and standard tyres, it remains a reliable and powerful naked bike that stands out above all for its comfort, user-friendliness and innovative technology.

Powerful and smooth-running four-cylinder engine Innovative E-Clutch system for comfortable gear changes

Good suspension for a sporty and comfortable rider

User-friendly ergonomics and intuitive TFT display

Higher weight compared to the competition

Standard tyres offer handling that could be improved

Slight vibrations at high revs

Suspension reaches its limits at very high speeds

Price Comparison Average Market Price KTM 390 Duke vs Honda CB650R E-Clutch

Price KTM 390 Duke

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