Yamaha YZF-R3 2019 vs. KTM 390 Duke 2017

Yamaha YZF-R3 2019

KTM 390 Duke 2017
Overview - Yamaha YZF-R3 2019 vs KTM 390 Duke 2017

Yamaha YZF-R3 2019

KTM 390 Duke 2017
Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R3 2019 compared to KTM 390 Duke 2017
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha YZF-R3 2019

With the new YZF-R3, Yamaha has taken the very good basis of the first generation and successfully developed it further. It now appears not only visually more mature, but also noticeably more competent at high speeds. When you ride the R3 at the limit, you quickly feel why Yamaha has set up its own Cup on it, as even the standard model gives a safe feeling at high speed. Nevertheless, there is room for improvement, especially in everyday use, when the rough response at low revs and the poor feedback from the brake lever lead to some moments of frustration during the ride.
KTM 390 Duke 2017

It's actually incredible how much fun you can have with less than 50 hp. The KTM 390 Duke is a little fun cannon that you won't find anywhere else in a hurry. Its sporty set-up with the front-wheel-oriented seating position makes it a true cornering predator - you don't need any more in the angular gear. The sharp looks and the TFT display give it a very high-class appearance.