KTM 390 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0

Last Updated: September 22, 2026

Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 price starts at Rs. 1.66 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.19 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke, priced at Rs. 2.84 Lakh. On the performance front, the 390 Duke uses a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm and the MT 15 Version 2.0 a 155cc engine producing 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 390 Duke and MT 15 Version 2.0, the MT 15 Version 2.0 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the 390 Duke stands out for performance.

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390 Duke vs MT 15 Version 2.0 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 390 DukeYamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.84 LakhRs. 1.66 Lakh
Mileage Not Available56.87 kmpl
Engine 349.32 cc155 cc
Max power 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 168.3 Kg141 Kg

390 Duke vs MT 15 Version 2.0 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Duke STDYamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 Metallic Black
Rating
1 review
1679 reviews
Brand Name KTM Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.84 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.66 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Duke Colors
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 7,779 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 4,771 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,871 390 Duke Insurance Rs. 11,475 MT 15 Version 2.0 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
122 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid Cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
349.32 cc
155 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
89 mm
58.0 mm
Stroke
56.15 mm
58.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.68:1
11.6 : 1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
56.87 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
14.28s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
19.79m
Power to Weight Ratio
247 PS/tonne
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
56.87 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
47.94 kmpl
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
35.05m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
58.20m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
5.85s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
7.54s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Adj (5 step Damping) -Inverted telescopic fork, 43mm dia (open cartridge), Wheel Travel - 151 mm
Telescopic Upside Down Front Fork, Dia. 37 mm
Suspension-Rear
Adj (5 step Damping ) - Mono shox.- 10 steps (prelaod Adj), Wheel Travel - 161 mm
Linked Type Monocross Suspension

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
36 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
39 psi
Tyre Size
Front :- 110/70-17 Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-140/70R-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm Rear :-431.8 mm inch
Tyre Make
Apollo
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.6 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2015*800*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1354 mm
1325 mm
Length
Not Available
2015 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1070 mm
Width
Not Available
800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
168.3 Kg
141 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
220 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 4AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Pilot Lamps
Not Available
Yes

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

1st Service
Not Available
1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Kms / 5 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
9000 Kms / 9 Months
4th Service
Not Available
13000 Kms

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
  • Feature-loaded with premium electronics
  • Lightweight and agile handling
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
  • A refined engine
  • Sporty handling, and nimble
  • Looks aggressive
KTM 390 Duke
  • Lower performance than 398cc version (390 Duke R)
Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0
  • Lacks bottom end grunt
  • Stiff suspension
  • Pillion seat is not comfortable

Is KTM 390 Duke Better Than Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?

100% users have chosen KTM 390 Duke over Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 2835 users have also rated KTM 390 Duke and Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM 390 Duke has out rated Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 390 Duke MT 15 Version 2.0
Comfort 5.0 4.5
Features 5.0 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What should I buy between Yamaha MT 15 V2 and R15S?
  • Yes
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  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The updates as expected have made the new MT-15 a better bike. It looks more premium, handles better and the addition of a few new features is welcome. But we were expecting more from Yamaha! The dullness of the engine is disappointing and the lack of dual-channel ABS is just beyond any reasoning with this performance on tap. As for goodies such as a quick-shifter and traction control, they should have been offered as part of a premium variant. On the other hand, the Yamaha R15S remains one potent small-capacity supersport for beginners. In its version 3.0 guise, it has become sharper and more focused, making it great for sport riding or trac enthusiasts. However, the aggressive riding stance could cause discomfort if you intend to use the bike for daily commuting and the quality of components have also gone down. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which bike is the best between, Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 or KTM 200 Duke?
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The design update has given the KTM 200 Duke a new lease of life. Also, the fact that the new BS6-compliant motor does not lose out on performance almost makes it feel like a win-win. That said, the substantial hike in price means it is now more expensive than larger motorcycles such as the Suzuki Gixxer 250. However, when it comes to thrills, the KTM 200 Duke delivers it in spades! On the other hand, The updates as expected have made the new MT-15 a better bike. It looks more premium, handles better and the addition of a few new features is welcome. But we were expecting more from Yamaha! The dullness of the engine is disappointing and the lack of dual-channel ABS is just beyond any reasoning with this performance on tap. As for goodies such as a quick-shifter and traction control, they should have been offered as part of a premium variant. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 Road Test Review - The Perfect Imperfection.

KTM 390 Duke Vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 390 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
KTM 390 Duke has out rated Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
The Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke by ₹1.19 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 Version 2.0?
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. Whereas for the Metallic Black version, 155 cc Petrol engine of MT 15 Version 2.0 produces 18.4 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 14.1 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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