BSA Scrambler 650 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: August 30, 2026

BSA Scrambler 650 price starts at Rs. 3.26 Lakh, which is Rs. 19,452 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.45 Lakh. On the performance front, the Scrambler 650 uses a 652cc engine producing 45 PS @ 6500 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 650 and 390 Duke R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for performance and a lighter kerb weight, while the Scrambler 650 stands out for affordability.

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Scrambler 650 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification BSA Scrambler 650KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.26 LakhRs. 3.45 Lakh
Mileage Not Available30 kmpl
Engine 652 cc398.63 cc
Max power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 208 Kg168.3 Kg

Scrambler 650 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info BSA Scrambler 650 Raven BlackKTM 390 Duke R STD
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Brand Name BSA KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.26 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.45 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 45 PS @ 6500 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BSA Scrambler 650 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 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 Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 8,924 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,457 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,588 Scrambler 650 Insurance Rs. 22,871 390 Duke R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
2
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves, twin spark plugs
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
652 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
45 PS @ 6500 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
55 Nm @ 4000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
100 mm
89 mm
Stroke
83 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
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
11.5:1
12.71:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
41 mm Telescopic Forks
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorbers
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 :-110/80-19,Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
1465 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
187 mm
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
208 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 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
Not Available
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
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
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
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
Not Available
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler 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
Digital
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
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
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
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
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
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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BSA Scrambler 650 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BSA Scrambler 650 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The BSA Scrambler 650 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹19,452.
Which bike offers better performance BSA Scrambler 650 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the Raven Black version, 652 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 650 produces 45 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 55 Nm @ 4000 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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