Bajaj Freedom 125 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: October 28, 2026

Bajaj Freedom 125 price starts at Rs. 1.05 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.42 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.47 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Freedom 125 offers a claimed 65 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Freedom 125 uses a 125cc engine producing 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Freedom 125 and 390 Duke R, the Freedom 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 390 Duke R stands out for performance.

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Freedom 125 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Freedom 125KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.05 LakhRs. 3.47 Lakh
Mileage 65 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 125 cc398.63 cc
Max power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 147.8 Kg168.3 Kg

Freedom 125 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Freedom 125 NG04 Drum LEDKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
108 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type CNG Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Freedom 125 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,133 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 9,507 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,541 Freedom 125 Insurance Rs. 22,898 390 Duke R Insurance
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Secondary Fuel Type
Petrol
Not Available
Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
93 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
125 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
54 mm
89 mm
Stroke
54.4 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
CNG
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
12.71:1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic, Dia 30 Inner, Stroke 125
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Monoshox With Linkages, Stroke 120
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/80-17 Rear :-120/70-16
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
825 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
CNG - 2 kg + Petrol - 2 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
147.8 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Trellis Frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Fuel Type - CNG and Petrol, Range - 330 km (CNG - 200 km + Petrol - 130 km), Top Speed - 90.5 kmph with CNG and 93.4 kmph with Petrol, Throttle Control
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Stepup Seat
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
16000 Kms/240 Days

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • It gets unique styling resembling a supermoto which makes it stand apart
  • The engine is very refined and tractable for city commuting
  • Can switch between petrol and CNG modes on the go
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
Bajaj Freedom 125
  • We would have liked to see a larger fuel tank as its capacity is only 2 litres
  • A seat height of 825mm makes it a tall motorcycle for shorter riders
  • The braking setup could have been better
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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Bajaj Freedom 125 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Freedom 125 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Freedom 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of performance, comfort and safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Freedom 125 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The Bajaj Freedom 125 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹2.42 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Freedom 125 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the NG04 Drum LED version, 125 cc CNG engine of Freedom 125 produces 9.5 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 9.7 Nm @ 5000 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
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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