BSA Gold Star vs KTM 390 Duke

Last Updated: September 14, 2026

KTM 390 Duke price starts at Rs. 2.84 Lakh, which is Rs. 37,874 cheaper than the base variant of BSA Gold Star, priced at Rs. 3.22 Lakh. On the performance front, the Gold Star uses a 652cc engine producing 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm and the 390 Duke a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the Gold Star and 390 Duke, the 390 Duke is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Gold Star stands out for performance.

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Gold Star vs 390 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Gold StarKTM 390 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.22 LakhRs. 2.84 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmplNot Available
Engine 652 cc349.32 cc
Max power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 201 Kg168.3 Kg

Gold Star vs 390 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Gold Star Midnight Black And Down SilverKTM 390 Duke STD
Rating
4 reviews
1 review
Brand Name BSA KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.84 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Gold Star Colors
KTM 390 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,816 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,779 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,530 Gold Star Insurance Rs. 13,468 390 Duke Insurance
Brochure
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
160 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, DOHC, 4 Valves, Twin Spark Plugs
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
652 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
100 mm
89 mm
Stroke
83 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
12.68:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
25 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
247 PS/tonne
Fuel Gauge
Analog
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks 41mm
Adj (5 step Damping) -Inverted telescopic fork, 43mm dia (open cartridge), Wheel Travel - 151 mm
Suspension-Rear
Twin shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
Adj (5 step Damping ) - Mono shox.- 10 steps (prelaod Adj), Wheel Travel - 161 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :- 110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
782 mm
800 mm
Wheelbase
1425 mm
1354 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
201 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 11.2AH
12V / 8AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Split-Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Rear Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Analogue
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
3
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Cornering ABS, SuperMoto ABS, Track Screen, Ride-by-Wire
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Street Bikes, Cruiser Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 390 Duke
  • Feature-loaded with premium electronics
  • Lightweight and agile handling
KTM 390 Duke
  • Lower performance than 398cc version (390 Duke R)

Is BSA Gold Star Better Than KTM 390 Duke?

100% users have chosen BSA Gold Star over KTM 390 Duke in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 9 users have also rated BSA Gold Star and KTM 390 Duke on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM 390 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 390 Duke Gold Star
Comfort 4.3 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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BSA Gold Star Vs KTM 390 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between BSA Gold Star vs KTM 390 Duke?
KTM 390 Duke is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper BSA Gold Star vs KTM 390 Duke?
The KTM 390 Duke is cheaper than BSA Gold Star by ₹37,874.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Gold Star vs KTM 390 Duke?
For the Midnight Black And Down Silver version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Gold Star produces 45.62 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 349.32 cc Petrol engine of 390 Duke produces 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm of power and 33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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