KTM 390 Duke R vs Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
390 Duke R vs Continental GT 650
| Key Highlights | 390 Duke R STD | Continental GT 650 Standard |
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| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine | Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC |
| Max Power | 46 PS @ 8500 rpm | 47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm |
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KTM 390 Duke R
Rs. 3.39 Lakh EMI - Rs. 9,282 View June OffersRoyal Enfield Continental GT 650
Rs. 3.53 Lakh EMI - Rs. 9,668 View June Offers
390 Duke R vs Continental GT 650 Key Highlights
| Basic Info | KTM 390 Duke R STD | Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Standard |
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| Rating |
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| Brand Name | KTM | Royal Enfield |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs. 3.39 Lakh Check On Road Price | Rs. 3.53 Lakh Check On Road Price |
| Engine Type | Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, DOHC, FI Engine | Inline Twin Cylinder, 4 Stroke, SOHC |
| Max Power | 46 PS @ 8500 rpm | 47.4 PS @ 7150 rpm |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
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| Wheel Size | Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm | Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm |
| Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) | Alloy | Spoke |
| ABS | Dual Channel | Dual Channel |
| Starting | Self Start Only | Self Start Only |
| Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
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Rs. 9,282
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| Insurance | Rs. 20,304 390 Duke R Insurance | Rs. 21,628 Continental GT 650 Insurance |
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Pros and Cons
- Positives
- Negatives
- 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
- Classic retro styling appeals to many
- Not-too-aggressive riding posture
- Great handling & nice exhaust note
- 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
- Could have better brakes
- Clutch is on slightly heavier side
- Customization options are limited
Is Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Better Than KTM 390 Duke R?
51% users have chosen Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 over KTM 390 Duke R in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1382 users have also rated Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and KTM 390 Duke R on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and safety in your bike. But KTM 390 Duke R is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort, maintenance and features.
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 | Continental GT 650 |
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| Mileage | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| Performance | 4.7 | 4.5 |
| Comfort | 4.3 | 4.6 |
| Maintenance | 3.9 | 4.1 |
| Safety | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| Features | 4.2 | 4.7 |
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Recently Asked User Questions
- Selecting between the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and TVS Apache RR 310 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, performance figures, features required, etc. The Continental GT 650 is a fun to ride cafe racer. The GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. To top things off, the twin-cylinder motor provides the performance and refinement that the 535 simply couldn’t. On the other hand, TVS has done an incredible job in ironing out the sore spots of the Apache RR 310 with the BS6 update. It is loaded with tech, making it the most technologically advanced motorcycle in its class. The new prices are quite close to its fiercest rival -- the KTM RC 390. While it may lack the outright performance of the RC 390, the Apache RR 310 BS6 makes up for it by being a well-rounded machine that can do daily duties as well as corner carving or even touring, for that matter. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
- Both Royal Enfield Himalayan and Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 are brilliant options, however, selecting one would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, usage of the bike, features requirement, etc. The Himalayan BS6 is a well-rounded package which is now just that little bit better than before. The Himalayan certainly isn’t flawless or entirely satisfactory in any singular aspect, but it makes up for these gaps by painting a picture of opportunity, inciting you to travel and explore on a whim. On the other hand, the GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. 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.
- Selecting between the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, performance figures, features required, etc. The Continental GT 650 is a fun to ride cafe racer. The GT’s sporty riding position makes it much more suitable for twisty mountain roads and even high-speed straight-line blasts. To top things off, the twin-cylinder motor provides the performance and refinement that the 535 simply couldn’t. On the other hand, if you are not on a limited budget, then you may definitely opt for the Interceptor 650. The bike offers a brilliant engine with loads of torque from the get-go and a nice soundtrack accompanying it. Quality and fit and finish levels are quite good and the motorcycle feels built to last. On top of that, the Interceptor 650 is the most affordable multi-cylinder bike in India. 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.
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