Indian Chief Dark Horse vs KTM 1390 Super Duke R

Last Updated: October 15, 2026

KTM 1390 Super Duke R price starts at Rs. 22.96 Lakh, which is Rs. 56,200 cheaper than the base variant of Indian Chief Dark Horse, priced at Rs. 23.52 Lakh. On the performance front, the Chief Dark Horse uses a 1890cc engine and the 1390 Super Duke R a 1350cc engine producing 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Chief Dark Horse and 1390 Super Duke R, the 1390 Super Duke R is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Chief Dark Horse vs 1390 Super Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Indian Chief Dark HorseKTM 1390 Super Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 23.52 LakhRs. 22.96 Lakh
Mileage Not Available16.94 kmpl
Engine 1890 cc1350 cc
Max power Not Available190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 304 Kg210 Kg

Chief Dark Horse vs 1390 Super Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Indian Chief Dark Horse STDKTM 1390 Super Duke R STD
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Brand Name Indian KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 23.52 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 22.96 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Max Power Not Available 190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Indian Chief Dark Horse Colors
KTM 1390 Super Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 64,397 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 62,858 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 52,113 Chief Dark Horse Insurance Rs. 51,294 1390 Super Duke R Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
250 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air-cooled Thunderstroke 116
2 cylinder, 4 stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
1890 cc
1350 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
190.34 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
156 Nm @ 3300 rpm
145 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
103.2 mm
110 mm
Stroke
113 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double Ignition
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
13.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
16.94 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
16.94 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork / 132 mm
Wp Apex Usd Ø 48 mm, Wheel Travel - 125 mm
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm
Wp Apex Linkage Shock, Wheel Travel - 140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-130/60-19 Rear :-180/65-16
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-200/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
200.5 kg
Seat height
662 mm
834 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Gross Weight
526 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2286*922*1253 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1626 mm
1491 mm
Length
2286 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
125 mm
149 mm
Height
1253 mm
Not Available
Width
922 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.1 L
17.5 L
Kerb Weight
304 Kg
210 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
300 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 11.2AH

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Not Available
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated, Cast Aluminium Composite
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
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
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
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

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000
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