KTM 390 Duke Gets Major Upgrade: Here’s What’s New

The new KTM 390 Duke for 2024 brings a slew of changes, both aesthetic and performance-oriented. Here’s a concise summary.

Here are some of the key features of the new KTM 390 Duke:

• Larger 399cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 44.25bhp and 39Nm of torque.
• Six-speed gearbox with the slipper clutch and quick shifter.
• New steel trellis frame.
• 33mm USD front forks with rebound and compression adjustability.
• Monoshock with preload and rebound adjustment.
• 320mm front disc with dual-channel, cornering, and Supermoto ABS.
• 240mm rear disc with ABS.
• 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin tyres.
• 5-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, and call and music control.
• Launch control.
• Ride modes (Street, Rain, and Track).

KTM 390 Duke (2024 Model) – Overview

1. Pricing:

• Launched at Rs. 3.11 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) which is Rs. 13,000 pricier than the 2023 model.

2. Booking Details:

• Booking price: Rs. 4,499
• Bookings are available on KTM’s official website and through KTM dealerships nationwide.

3. Design Updates:

• Aesthetically reworked for a more aggressive look.
• Features a wider LED headlight, aggressive boomerang-shaped DRLs, and a redesigned fuel tank.
• More prominent fuel tank shrouds.
• New split-seat setup with an exposed rear subframe.

4. Performance & Technical Specifications:

• Powered by a 399cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine producing 44.25bhp and 39Nm of torque.
• Six-speed gearbox, with a slipper clutch and quick-shifter.
• Rider aids: launch control, ride modes (Street, Rain, and Track), and a five-inch TFT display.
• Connectivity features: smartphone integration, navigation, call, and music controls.

5. Chassis & Suspension:

• Built on a new powder-coated steel trellis frame.
• Suspension: 33mm USD front forks (with rebound and compression adjustability) and adjustable mono-shock at the rear.

6. Braking & Tires:

• Braking: 320mm front disc and 240mm rear disc brakes with dual-channel, cornering, and Supermoto ABS.
• Tires: 17-inch alloys fitted with Michelin rubber.

7. Color Options:

• Available in Atlantic Blue and Electronic Orange Metallic.

8. Competition:

• Direct competitor: BMW G310R priced at Rs. 2.85 lakh (ex-showroom).

Conclusion

This 2024 model seems to be a significant upgrade from its predecessor in terms of styling, features, and performance. Potential buyers would likely appreciate the technological advancements, improved aesthetics, and the continued commitment of KTM to bringing top-end features to the 390 Duke.

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