Hero XPulse 210 vs KTM 390 Duke

Last Updated: September 22, 2026

Hero XPulse 210 price starts at Rs. 1.67 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.18 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.84 Lakh. On the performance front, the XPulse 210 uses a 210cc engine producing 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm and the 390 Duke a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the XPulse 210 and 390 Duke, the XPulse 210 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the 390 Duke stands out for performance.

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XPulse 210 vs 390 Duke Comparison Summary

Specification Hero XPulse 210KTM 390 Duke
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.67 LakhRs. 2.84 Lakh
Mileage 40 kmplNot Available
Engine 210 cc349.32 cc
Max power 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 168 Kg168.3 Kg

XPulse 210 vs 390 Duke Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero XPulse 210 BaseKTM 390 Duke STD
Rating
6 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Hero KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.67 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.84 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Max Power 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 Colors
KTM 390 Duke Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,804 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 7,785 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,494 XPulse 210 Insurance Rs. 13,472 390 Duke Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Engine Displacement
210 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
20.7 Nm @ 7250 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
73 mm
89 mm
Stroke
50 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:1
12.68:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
40 Kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
247 PS/tonne
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Front Forks Dia 41 mm With Anti Friction Bush, Travel - 210 mm
Adj (5 step Damping) -Inverted telescopic fork, 43mm dia (open cartridge), Wheel Travel - 151 mm
Suspension-Rear
Rectangular Swingarm With 10 Steps Adjustable Gas Charged Monoshock, Linkage Travel - 205 mm
Adj (5 step Damping ) - Mono shox.- 10 steps (prelaod Adj), Wheel Travel - 161 mm

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-21, Rear :-120/80-18
Front :- 110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
830 mm
800 mm
Length*Width*Height
2254*872*1230 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1446 mm
1354 mm
Length
2254 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
220 mm
183 mm
Height
1230 mm
Not Available
Width
872 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
168 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
276 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
220 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Semi Double Cradle Of High Tensil Steel
Split-Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Rear Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
3
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Cornering ABS, SuperMoto ABS, Track Screen, Ride-by-Wire
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Off Road Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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
Digital
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 Kms/240 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 Kms/420 Days
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero XPulse 210
  • The larger motor’s extra performance is really useful when riding on off-road trails
  • Slim and lightweight - makes it very easy to manage
  • Ride quality at slow speeds is great
KTM 390 Duke
  • Feature-loaded with premium electronics
  • Lightweight and agile handling
Hero XPulse 210
  • Still not great for long distance highway travel - engine sounds busy at 100kmph
  • Rear suspension feels a bit stiff at higher speeds
  • TFT console is difficult to read under direct sunlight
KTM 390 Duke
  • Lower performance than 398cc version (390 Duke R)
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Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 Vs KTM 390 Duke FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs KTM 390 Duke?
KTM 390 Duke is better on the grounds of features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs KTM 390 Duke?
The Hero XPulse 210 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke by ₹1.18 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp XPulse 210 vs KTM 390 Duke?
For the Base version, 210 cc Petrol engine of XPulse 210 produces 24.6 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.7 Nm @ 7250 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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