KTM 390 Duke 2020 vs. KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 390 Duke 2020

KTM 390 Duke 2020

KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 300 EXC 2016

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Overview - KTM 390 Duke 2020 vs KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 390 Duke 2020

KTM 390 Duke 2020

KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 300 EXC 2016

Technical Specifications KTM 390 Duke 2020 compared to KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 390 Duke 2020
KTM 300 EXC 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore89 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke60 mmStroke72 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes2-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement373.2 ccmDisplacement293.2 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Suspension Rear

BrandBrandWPBrandWP

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeCentral tube

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,482 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height960 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.4 lFuel Tank Capacity9.5 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 390 Duke 2020

KTM 390 Duke 2020

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

KTM 300 EXC 2016

KTM 300 EXC 2016

The "big" two-stroke engine was newly developed in 2017 and is used on the 250 and 300. The electric starter is no longer "flange-mounted" but compactly integrated. Professionals have said that the 300 is actually too powerful for them. For me, however, it is THE 2-stroke recommendation, especially for hobby riders. With the map selector, you can choose the "mild" mapping here and also fall back on the weaker spring for the exhaust control. In practice, you can ride it in a gear higher than the 250 and it becomes quite tame. The new balancer shaft offers a big plus in ride comfort: significantly less vibration!

High performance in combination with lively handling

simple design - thus hardest to handle under extreme loads

lower vibrations due to new motor with balancer shaft

Compared to the four-stroke, still more strenuous to drive on long stages

engine response "good" but just not as clean as with the four-stroke

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 390 Duke vs KTM 300 EXC

Price KTM 390 Duke

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Price KTM 300 EXC

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