KTM 390 Duke R vs KTM RC 390

Last Updated: August 1, 2026

KTM RC 390 price starts at Rs. 3.32 Lakh, which is Rs. 12,647 cheaper than the base variant of KTM 390 Duke R, priced at Rs. 3.45 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 390 Duke R offers a claimed 30 kmpl, while the RC 390 delivers 29 kmpl. On the performance front, the 390 Duke R uses a 398.63cc engine producing 46 PS @ 8500 rpm and the RC 390 a 373.27cc engine producing 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 390 Duke R and RC 390, the 390 Duke R is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the RC 390 stands out for affordability.

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390 Duke R vs RC 390 Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 390 Duke RKTM RC 390
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 3.45 LakhRs. 3.32 Lakh
Mileage 30 kmpl29 kmpl
Engine 398.63 cc373.27 cc
Max power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 168.3 Kg172 Kg

390 Duke R vs RC 390 Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 390 Duke R STDKTM RC 390 GP Edition
Rating
144 reviews
103 reviews
Brand Name KTM KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 3.45 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.32 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Max Power 46 PS @ 8500 rpm 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 390 Duke R Colors
KTM RC 390 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 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 Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 9,448 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 9,102 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 22,866 390 Duke R Insurance Rs. 22,682 RC 390 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
167 kmph
169 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine
Engine Displacement
398.63 cc
373.27 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
46 PS @ 8500 rpm
43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
39 Nm @ 6500 rpm
37 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
89 mm
89 mm
Stroke
64 mm
60 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Not Available
Compression Ratio
12.71:1
12.88:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
30 kmpl
29 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
6.49s
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
17.13m
Average Speed
Yes
Yes
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
30.81m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
48.22m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
3.65s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
5.13s
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
5 Click Compression And Rebound Adjustable, Open Cartridge, Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Wp Apex Usd Forks, 43 mm Diameter
Suspension-Rear
Adjustable Wp Apex Monoshock, 5 Step Rebound Damping, 10 Step Preload Adjustable
Wp Apex Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
30 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
3 L
1.5 L
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2145*760*830 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
2145 mm
Ground Clearance
183 mm
153 mm
Height
Not Available
830 mm
Width
Not Available
760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
13.7 L
Kerb Weight
168.3 Kg
172 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

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

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Split - Steel Trellis Frame, Aluminum Casted Sub-Frame
Split Trellis Frame (Tubular), Sub Frame Newly Engineered Bolt On Subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Track,Rain,Street
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ride By Wire, Supermoto Mode, Track Screen, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS
Rider Aids - MTC, Quickshifter+, Cornering ABS, Supermoto, Race Derived Technology
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Adjustable
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
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
Digital
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Stepup Seat
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Yes
Quick Shifter
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
1000 Kms/45 Days
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
8500 Kms/150 Days
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
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 RC 390
  • Added engine versatility leads to more excitement; Sharp handling doesn’t scare you silly; Relatively relaxed ergos makes it more accommodating and lends better bike control; Cornering ABS, traction control and quickshifter!
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
KTM RC 390
  • Design is extremely polarising; Massive price hike compared to its predecessor; Fit and finish levels are sub-par

Is KTM 390 Duke R Better Than KTM RC 390?

67% users have chosen KTM 390 Duke R over KTM RC 390 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 448 users have also rated KTM 390 Duke R and KTM RC 390 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
KTM 390 Duke R has out rated KTM RC 390 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 R RC 390
Mileage 3.9 2.5
Performance 4.5 2.7
Comfort 4.6 3.4
Maintenance 4.1 2.3
Features 4.7 3.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Hi, I haven’t owned a bike yet but I am planning to but my first .. I am currently learning how to ride on the pulsar180 .. should I go for the rc 390 or apache 310 or any other one as I really love travelling .. but majorly I would ride in the city and occasionally hit the highway and might even go on long trips as I live in kashmir and the college that I have got in in New Delhi so it would be a bit your so pls suggest me a bike as I can’t reach on a decision .. I like Royal Enfield’s also but there power delivery is even less than the one I am currently owning .. my budget is around 3 lakhs .. pls suggest?
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Q. Hi, I am looking to upgrade my Suzuki Hayate 110 cc. My Budget is around 3 Lakh, Should I Upgrade to Duke 390 or the Interceptor? or should I look for a lower capacity Motorcycle? My height is 5'5 and I weigh around 67 Kg. Please let me know the best bike for me as most of my rides will be in the city and occasional run on the highway.
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  • Yes go for it Duke 390
  • I suggest duke390 is better
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KTM 390 Duke R Vs KTM RC 390 FAQs

Which bike is best between KTM 390 Duke R vs KTM RC 390?
KTM 390 Duke R has out rated KTM RC 390 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper KTM 390 Duke R vs KTM RC 390?
The KTM RC 390 is cheaper than KTM 390 Duke R by ₹12,647.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 390 Duke R vs KTM RC 390?
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. Whereas for the GP Edition version, 373.27 cc Petrol engine of RC 390 produces 43.5 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 37 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the KTM 390 Duke R has better performance.

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