Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: October 9, 2026

KTM 390 Duke R price starts at Rs. 3.47 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.40 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Ducati Scrambler 800, priced at Rs. 10.87 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Scrambler 800 offers a claimed 19.2 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the Scrambler 800 uses a 803cc engine producing 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Scrambler 800 and 390 Duke R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Scrambler 800 stands out for performance.

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Scrambler 800 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Ducati Scrambler 800KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 10.87 LakhRs. 3.47 Lakh
Mileage 19.2 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 803 cc398.63 cc
Max power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available168.3 Kg

Scrambler 800 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Ducati Scrambler 800 Icon DarkKTM 390 Duke R STD
Rating
10 reviews
144 reviews
Brand Name Ducati KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.47 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Ducati Scrambler 800 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 29,762 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,495 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,678 Scrambler 800 Insurance Rs. 22,891 390 Duke R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
299 kmph
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
L-Twin, Desmodromic Distribution, 2 Valves Per Cylinder, Air Cooled
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
803 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
65.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
88 mm
89 mm
Stroke
66 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
11:1
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)
19.2 kmpl
30 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside down Kayaba 41 mm fork
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Kayaba rear shock, pre-load adjustable
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 :-110/80-18, Rear :-180/55-17
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 Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
176 kg
Not Available
Seat height
795 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Wheelbase
1449 mm
1357 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
183 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
330 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
245 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular Steel Trellis Frame
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
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
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ducati Multimedia System, Rake - 24°, Trail - 108 mm
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
Handlebar type
variable section low
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
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
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
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
1 Year
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Yes
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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Ducati Scrambler 800 Vs KTM 390 Duke R FAQs

Which bike is best between Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
As per the users experiences Ducati Scrambler 800 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and performance in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of comfort and maintenance. On the basis of features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
The KTM 390 Duke R is cheaper than Ducati Scrambler 800 by ₹7.40 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Ducati Scrambler 800 vs KTM 390 Duke R?
For the Icon Dark version, 803 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 800 produces 74.01 PS @ 8250 rpm of power and 65.2 Nm @ 7000 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 the Ducati Scrambler 800 has better performance.

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