Aprilia Tuono 457 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: November 11, 2026

KTM 390 Duke R price starts at Rs. 3.47 Lakh, which is Rs. 52,222 cheaper than the base variant of Aprilia Tuono 457, priced at Rs. 3.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Tuono 457 offers a claimed 25.5 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Tuono 457 uses a 457cc engine producing 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Tuono 457 and 390 Duke R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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Tuono 457 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia Tuono 457KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.99 LakhRs. 3.47 Lakh
Mileage 25.5 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 457 cc398.63 cc
Max power 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 175 Kg168.3 Kg

Tuono 457 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia Tuono 457 Special EditionKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
1 review
145 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Parallel Twin, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia Tuono 457 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 10,925 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,495 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 24,099 Tuono 457 Insurance Rs. 22,891 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Parallel Twin, 4 Valves Per Cylinder, Liquid Cooled With Ride-By-Wire
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
457 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
69 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
Not Available
12.71:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
25.5 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø 41 mm USD Fork, Adjustable Preload, 120 mm Wheel Travel
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock, Adjustable Preload, 130 mm Wheel Travel
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.5 L
3 L
Wheelbase
Not Available
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Twin Spar Aluminum Frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Backlit Switchcubes. Engine Maps (AEM), Anti Roll-Over System (2 maps), Metal Braided Brake Hoses
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia Tuono 457
  • The riding position is much more comfortable than the RS457
  • Wide handlebar makes it a lot easier to steer into corners
  • Engine has punchy mid-range performance, making it a blast to ride hard
  • Super tractable too, so city riding is an absolute breeze
  • Rs 25,000 more affordable than the RS 457
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Improved performance means this is the quickest bike in its segment
  • Brakes feel sharp and predictable
  • Adjustable suspension handles bad road well even in its stock setting
  • Lower seat height should make it more accessible to shorter riders
  • Feels super light on its feet and agile when changing directions
  • You can barely feel any engine heat, even in bumper to bumper traffic
  • Motor has become a lot smoother than before
Aprilia Tuono 457
  • Brakes fade rapidly after some aggressive use
  • Lower body posture might not be very comfortable for taller riders
  • One of the most expensive bikes in its category
KTM 390 Duke R
  • Some of the panel gaps are a little too pronounced
  • H-rated Metzeler tyres feel a little squiggly when pushing the bike hard and the signature KTM orange colour option looks too garish in this model
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Aprilia Tuono 457 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Aprilia Tuono 457 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The KTM 390 Duke R is cheaper than Aprilia Tuono 457 by ₹52,222.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia Tuono 457 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the Special Edition version, 457 cc Petrol engine of Tuono 457 produces 47.58 PS @ 9400 rpm of power and 43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 398.63 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke R produces 46 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 39 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque

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