Kawasaki KX 85 vs KTM 390 Duke R

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

KTM 390 Duke R price starts at Rs. 3.45 Lakh, which is Rs. 42,706 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KX 85, priced at Rs. 3.88 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KX 85 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the 390 Duke R delivers 30 kmpl. On the performance front, the KX 85 uses a 84cc engine and the 390 Duke R a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the KX 85 and 390 Duke R, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the KX 85 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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KX 85 vs 390 Duke R Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KX 85KTM 390 Duke R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.88 LakhRs. 3.45 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl30 kmpl
Engine 84 cc398.63 cc
Max power Not Available46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 74.6 Kg168.3 Kg

KX 85 vs 390 Duke R Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KX 85 STDKTM 390 Duke R STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.88 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.45 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 2 Stroke, Single-cylinder Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power Not Available 46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KX 85 Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Digital
EMI
Rs. 10,623 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,454 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,808 KX 85 Insurance Rs. 22,870 390 Duke R Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Yes
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
167 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 2 Stroke, Single-cylinder
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
84 cc
398.63 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
48.5 mm
89 mm
Stroke
45.8 mm
64 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Carburetor
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Compression Ratio
10.9:1/9.0:1
12.71:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
2 Piston

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

Suspension-Front
Ø36 mm, Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 275 mm
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Ø184 mm, Uni Trak Swingarm, Wheel Travel - 275 mm
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-70/100-17,Rear :- 90/100-14
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
830 mm
800 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
3 L
Length*Width*Height
1825*765*1100 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1357 mm
Length
1825 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
290 mm
183 mm
Height
1100 mm
Not Available
Width
765 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
5 L
15 L
Kerb Weight
74.6 Kg
168.3 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
184 mm
240 mm

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

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
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
Track,Rain,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
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
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Kick Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Not Available
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
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
Not Available
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

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
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
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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